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Upon completion of the course, students will be able to:
1. Summarize the history of the electrical industry and the apprenticeship program for inside wiremen.
2. Define the purpose and uses of the National Electrical Code.
3. Apply the principals of electricity to the electrical trade.
4. Demonstrate basic skills and problem solving of the electoral trade.
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I. Introduction
A. Overview of the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW) and apprenticeship
B. History of the IBEW
II. Tools
A. Basic electricians' tools
B. Use of tools
III. Working techniques
A. Proper lifting
B. Safe use of ladders
C. Safe practices with electricity
D. The workplace
E. Conduit
IV. Math Review
A. Metric measurement
B. Metric conversion
C. Square root
D. Solving simple equations
E. Ratios and proportions
V. National Electrical Code (NEC)
A. Introduction
B. Definitions
C. General use
VI. Basics
A. Power units
B. Fastening devices
C. Wire sizes
D. Wire and insulation
VII. Direct Current Theory
A. Resistence in series circuits
B. Current series circuits
C. Voltage in series circuits
D. Series DC circuits
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1. Homework assignments (1 to 2 sets per week)
2. Quizzes and examinations (4 to 6 per semester)
3. Class performances and field work (on-the-job demonstrations) of skill development, safety practices, equipment, and material handling
| Writing: Assessment tools that demonstrate writing skill and/or require students to select, organize and explain ideas in writing. | Writing
0 - 0% |
| None | |
| This is a degree applicable course but assessment tools based on writing are not included because problem solving assessments and skill demonstrations are more appropriate for this course. |
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| Problem solving: Assessment tools, other than exams, that demonstrate competence in computational or non-computational problem solving skills. | Problem Solving
10 - 25% |
| Homework assignments; field work | |
| Skill Demonstrations: All skill-based and physical demonstrations used for assessment purposes including skill performance exams. | Skill Demonstrations
50 - 65% |
| Class performances; field work | |
| Exams: All forms of formal testing, other than skill performance exams. | Exams
10 - 20% |
| Quizzes and examinations to include multiple choice, true/false, matching items, and completion | |
| Other: Includes any assessment tools that do not logically fit into the above categories. | Other Category
5 - 10% |
| Attendance and participation | |
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Blueprint Reading for Electricians, 3rd Edition. DELMAR/Cengage Learning, 2010.
Building a Foundation in Mathematics, 2nd Edition. DELMAR/Cengage Learning, 2011.
Conduit Bending and Fabrication, 3rd Edition. American Technical Publishers, 2007.
DC Theory, 1st Edition. DELMAR/Cengage Learning, 2008.
Electrical Systems, 1st Edition. American Technical Publishers, 2008.
Test Instruments, 1st Edition. American Technical Publishers, 2005.
National Electrical Code, 1st Edition. National Fire Protection Agency, 2007.