Course

Course Summary

Credit Type:

Course

ACE ID:

ICS-0257

Organization's ID:

EET216

Organization:

Penn Foster College

Location:

Classroom-based

Length:

1 year, 52 weeks

Dates Offered:

Credit Recommendation & Competencies

Level	Credits (SH)	Subject
Lower-Division Baccalaureate	1	Electrical Power Distribution
Lower-Division Baccalaureate	3	Commercial Electricity

Description

Objective:

The course objective is to provide basic knowledge of how electricity is generated and distributed, interpreting blueprints that represent various types of electrical systems, evaluating industrial electrical system requirements, specifying the correct equipment and conductor type and capacity for electrical systems, the role of each major component in a utility's electrical distribution system, and the basic design characteristics of underground distribution systems.

Learning Outcomes:

Interpret blueprints and use architectural drawings and wiring diagrams
Install both high-voltage and secondary voltage wiring systems for both above ground and underground systems
Describe the process of electric power generation and explain the Electric Power Distribution System, down to the residential level
Apply the National Electrical Code (NEC) requirements in the installation of motors and overall systems that use motors (such as HVAC systems)
Program Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs), and install motor controllers and protective devices