Electrical Technology II M

Introduction to the National Electrical Code 

• Explain the purpose and history of the NEC

• Describe the layout of the NEC

• Demonstrate how to navigate the NEC

• Describe the purpose of the National Electrical Manufacturers Association and the NFPA

• Explain the role of nationally recognized testing laboratories

-Safety Exams or Certifications:

- Electrical Safety

Basic Electrical Construction Drawings 

• Explain the basic layout of a set of construction drawings

• Describe the information included in the title block of a construction drawing

• Identify the types of lines used on construction drawings

• Using an architect's scale, state the actual dimensions of a given drawing component

• Interpret electrical drawings, including site plans, floor plans, and detail drawings

• Interpret equipment schedules found on electrical drawings

• Describe the type of information included in electrical specifications

-Safety Exams or Certifications:

- Power tool safety

- Hand tool safety

Fall CCA

Residential Electric Services

• Explain the role of the National Electrical Code in residential wiring and describe how to determine electric service requirements for dwellings

• Explain the grounding requirements of a residential electric service

• Calculate and select service-entrance equipment

• Select the proper wiring methods for various types of residences

• Compute branch circuit loads and explain their installation requirements

• Explain the types and purposes of equipment grounding conductors

• Explain the purpose of ground fault circuit interrupters and tell where they must be installed

• Size outlet boxes and select the proper type for different wiring methods

• Describe rules for installing electric space heating and HVAC equipment

• Describe the installation rules for electrical systems around swimming pools, spas, and hot tubs

• Explain how wiring devices are selected and installed

• Describe the installation and control of lighting fixtures

-Safety Exams or Certifications:

- Job site safety

Electrical Test Equipment 

• Explain the operation of and describe the following pieces of test equipment:

Voltmeter

Ohmmeter

Clamp-on ammeter

Multimeter

Megohmmeter

Motor and phase rotation testers

• Select the appropriate meter for a given work environment based on category ratings

• Identify the safety hazards associated with various types of test equipment

-Safety Exams or Certifications:

- Metering device safety

Spring CCA

Additional Activities:  

-Electrical codes test

Additional Activities: 

-Residential blue printing

Additional Activities:       -Material take off

-Electrical Services.

Cycle 1:

-Professionalism

-Teamwork

-Problem Solving

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Cycle 2:

- Job Seeking Skills

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Cycle 3:

-Communication Skills

-Self Management Skill

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Cycle 4:

-Civic and Social Responsibility

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127.15 (2)(L)