Course

Course Summary

Credit Type:

Course

ACE ID:

NJAT-0062

Organization's ID:

J276LM.J1

Organization:

electrical training ALLIANCE

Location:

Hybrid

Length:

8 hours

Dates Offered:

Credit Recommendation & Competencies

Level	Credits (SH)	Subject
Lower-Division Baccalaureate	1	lightning protection technology

Description

Objective:

The course objective is to provide two integral parts to the understanding of lightning protection systems. Part 1 will describe the basic terminology and components of lightning protection systems. In Part 2, the student will study essential methods for the correct installation of such a system, including design and layout requirements.

Learning Outcomes:

define the parameters of a lightning protection system
understand the key definitions that are related to lightning protection systems
identify the materials used in a lightning protection system
describe the materials used for grounding a lightning protection system
understand the requirements for grounding lightning protection systems
define key definitions related to down conductors and bonding
describe the materials used for down conductors as well as related parts
understand the bonding requirements of a lightning protection system
define key definitions related to the rooftop installation
describe the components used for rooftop installations
name some of the key installation techniques for rooftop installations
understand the key installation techniques for concealed systems
understand the key installation techniques for ground rods and grounding electrodes
understand the key installation techniques for structural steel systems
determine what metallic bodies need to be bonded to the lightning protection system
understand the importance of potential equalization
describe NFPA 780 requirements for surge protective devices
understand how to properly size surge protective devices
understand where surge protective devices are installed in the electrical system.