electrotechnology
Electrotechnology is a branch of technology focused on the practical uses of electricity and electromagnetism. It involves the generation, transmission, distribution, and utilization of electrical energy, as well as the application of electrical science to devices, systems, and processes.
The field spans power engineering, electronics, control systems, instrumentation, and telecommunications. It emphasizes applied knowledge and
Historically, electrotechnology emerged with the widespread adoption of electric power in the late 19th and early
Key areas include power generation, high, medium, and low voltage distribution, electric machines and drives, power
Standards and safety are central, with organizations such as the IEC and IEEE providing guidelines for equipment
Education and training typically prepare technologists and technicians for hands-on roles. Curricula cover circuit theory, electronics,
As technology evolves, electrotechnology intersects with smart grids, energy storage, automation, and the Internet of Things,