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COURSE TITLE:
Residential Wiring
COURSE PREFIX AND NO. ELTR 1210
LEC
9
LAB
0
CREDIT HOURS
9
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COURSE DESCRIPTION:
This course is designed to give students a basic knowledge of the electrical circuitry found in residential wiring.
Students learn to apply the National Electrical Code (NEC) standards.
COURSE PREREQUISITE (S):
ELTR 1200 with a grade of C or better
RATIONALE:
To provide students with an understanding of electrical theory and basic residential wiring systems. Students
will get hands-on training on how to use a multi-meter and other electrical test equipment used to troubleshoot
existing residential wiring. Students will learn how to design electrical circuits, install receptacles, GFI’S and
switches used in residential wiring in accordance with the National Electrical Code.
REQUIRED TEXTBOOK (S) and/or MATERIALS:
Title:
Understanding the National Electrical Code
National Electrical Code
Edition:
Latest
Latest
Author:
Mike Holt
NFPA
Publisher:
Mike Holt Enterprises
National Fire Protection Association
Materials:
Supplied
Attached course outline written by:
Dave Horst
Date:
October 2002
Reviewed/Revised by:
John Berger
Date:
October 2011
Effective quarter of course outline:
Academic Dean
Kirk Ahrends
12/FA
Date:
Date:
Course Objectives, Topical Unit Outlines, and Unit Objectives must be attached to this form.
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TITLE:
Residential Wiring
PREFIX/NO:
ELTR 1210
COURSE OBJECTIVES:
1.
Identify electrical terms both verbally and in writing.
2.
Calculate electrical loads, wire size, and breaker sizes.
3.
Install switches and receptacle outlets.
4.
Demonstrate competence in electrical safety.
5.
Demonstrate proficiency in the use and functions of electrical meters.
6.
Install electrical circuits according to the NEC.
TOPICAL UNIT OUTLINE/UNIT OBJECTIVES:
I.
Identify electrical terms including but not limited to:
A.
Volts
B.
Amps
C.
Ohm
D.
Watts
E.
Branch
F.
Hertz
II
Explain electrical theory of parallel circuits.
A.
Explain the characteristics of parallel circuits.
B.
Calculate the amp draw in a parallel circuit.
C.
Calculate wire size according to the (NEC).
D.
Interpret the NEC requirements for over-current protection and their sizes.
III.
Explain electrical devices.
A.
Demonstrate the different types of switches and uses of each.
B.
Explain the different types of receptacles and uses of each.
C.
Understand the function of Ground Fault Interrupter (GFI) and Arc-Fault Circuit Interrupter
(AFCI) .
IV
Display safety procedures relating to, but not limited to:
A.
Ladders
B.
Grounding
C.
Live circuits
V.
Demonstrate the use of electrical measuring devices as follows:
A.
Meters
B.
Volt pen
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VI.
Wiring circuits in a lab setting to include, but not limited to:
A.
Installing receptacles and GFIs.
B.
Installing switches.
C.
Replacing receptacles and switches.
D.
Troubleshooting electrical problems.
E.
Follow NEC requirements for wiring circuits
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COURSE REQUIREMENTS/EVALUATION:
COURSE OBJECTIVES/ASSESSMENT MEASURES
COURSE OBJECTIVES
Identify electrical terms both verbally and in
writing.
Calculate electrical loads, wire size, and breaker
sizes.
Install switches and receptacle outlets.
Demonstrate competence in electrical safety.
Demonstrate proficiency in the use and functions
of electrical meters.
Install electrical circuits according to the NEC.
ASSESSMENT MEASURES
Written and/or oral test
Written and /or oral test
Written and /or oral test
Written and /or oral test
Hands on evaluation
Hands on evaluation
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