Course

Course Summary
Credit Type:
Course
ACE ID:
NJAT-0091
Organization's ID:
J260LM.K1; J260LM.J2
Location:
Hybrid
Length:
16 hours
Dates Offered:
Credit Recommendation & Competencies
Level Credits (SH) Subject
Vocational-Certificate 1 National Fire Protection Association codes
Description

Objective:

The course is designed to provide a focus on the unique electrical systems found in all types of health care facilities and requirements of several design and installation codes and standards. The objective of Level II is focused on maintaining electrical distribution systems and equipment.

Learning Outcomes:

  • Identify critical health care facilities' systems and the difficulties electrical professionals will face in installing and maintaining them
  • demonstrate the different protection techniques in critical care areas
  • apply codes and standards to the on-site generation of power and explain the installation difficulties electrical professionals must consider
  • define risk assessment as it applies to health care facilities and explain the different classifications as they apply to patient care spaces
  • explain the safe work practices that must be followed when working with energized conductors and equipment
  • recall and apply all the codes, standards, and related documents that regulate maintenance in health care facilities
  • describe the most common maintenance procedures used for electrical equipment
  • describe the different electrical systems used in hospitals

General Topics:

  • Utility power, distribution, patient care spaces, facility electrical equipment maintenance, and work in existing health care facilities
Instruction & Assessment

Instructional Strategies:

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

Methods of Assessment:

  • Other
  • Performance Rubrics (Checklists)
  • Presentations
  • Quizzes
  • Classroom Participation

Minimum Passing Score:

75%
Supplemental Materials