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Upon completion of this course, the students will be able to
1. Demonstrate knowledge of direct current theory.
2. Demonstrate knowledge of electrical conductor and insulation as
outlined in the National Electrical Code.
3. Accurately draw and explain basic circuits.
4. Identify symbols and abbreviations used on blueprints.
5. Demonstrate various sketching techniques.
6. Relate the theory of various electrical components to work in
the trade.
7. Explain the factors involved for electrical contractors to be
competitive in the market place.
8. Demonstrate basic skills used in the electrical industry.
9. Complete Standard First Aid/CPR Training.
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I. Parallel Circuits
A. Voltage and Resistance
II. Combination Circuits
A. Current and basic DC
B. Voltage and power
C. Voltage and polarity
III. Conductors
A. Aluminum and basic circuits
B. Voltage drop
IV. Working Drawings
A. Layout and circuits
B. Symbols and abbreviations
C. Floor plans
D. Elevation views
E. Sectional views and plot plans
V. Overcurrent protection
A. Fuses
VI. Trade information
A. Residential plans and wiring
B. Marketing
C. Job costs review
VII. Safety-electrical shock
A. Electromagnetism
B. Principles of generation
C. Three-wire system
D. Transformer ratios
E. Superposition
| 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. |
|
| Problem solving: Assessment tools, other than exams, that demonstrate competence in computational or non-computational problem solving skills. | Problem Solving
10 - 25% |
| Homework assignments; quizzes; 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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