Course

Course Summary
Credit Type:
Course
ACE ID:
IECI-0004
Organization:
Independent Electrical Contractors, Inc.
Location:
Classroom-based
Length:
36 weeks (144 hours) of related technical instruction and 12 months (2000 hours) of on-the-job training
Dates Offered:
Credit Recommendation & Competencies
Level Credits (SH) Subject
Lower-Division Baccalaureate 3 Introduction to Programmable Logic Controller
Lower-Division Baccalaureate 2 Electrical Safety
Lower-Division Baccalaureate 3 Advanced Wiring I
Lower-Division Baccalaureate 3 Advanced Wiring II
This course is recommended for a total of 11 semester hours in the lower-division baccalaureate/associate degree category.
Description

Objective:

The course objective is to gain an understanding of electrical motor controls, power distribution systems, timing relays, energy management and a deeper familiarity of the NEC.

Learning Outcomes:

  • Master their understanding of motor controls
  • Navigate through the NEC Electrical Code book
  • Perform different hands-on labs.

General Topics:

  • First aid/CPR
  • On-delay and off- delay relays
  • Energy management
  • Cables
  • Raceways and conductors
  • Load calculations
  • NEC review and new NEC articles
  • Fire alarm systems
  • Introduction to voice/data/video
Instruction & Assessment

Instructional Strategies:

  • Audio Visual Materials
  • Classroom Exercise
  • Computer Based Training
  • Discussion
  • Laboratory
  • Learner Presentations
  • Lectures
  • Practical Exercises

Methods of Assessment:

  • Examinations
  • Performance Rubrics (Checklists)
  • Presentations
  • Quizzes
  • Written Papers

Minimum Passing Score:

70%
Supplemental Materials