Course

Credit Type:
Course
ACE ID:
NJAT-0062
Version:
4
Organization's ID:
J276LM.J1
Organization:
electrical training ALLIANCE
Location:
Hybrid
Length:
8 hours
Minimum Passing Score:
75
ACE Credit Recommendation Period:
Credit Recommendation & Competencies
Level Credits (SH) Subject
Vocational-Certificate 1 Lightning Protection Systems
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:

  • 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

General Topics:

  • Lightning Protection Systems Introduction
  • Lightning Protection Systems – Ground Work
  • Down Conductors and Bonding
  • Roof Tops
  • Concealed and Structural Steel Systems
  • Bonding Requirements and Potential Equalization
  • Surge Protection Devices
Instruction & Assessment

Instructional Strategies:

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

Methods of Assessment:

  • Examinations
  • Other
  • Performance Rubrics (Checklists)
  • Presentations
  • Quizzes
  • Classroom Participation
Supplemental Materials
Equivalencies

Other offerings from electrical training ALLIANCE

View All Courses
College Credit Opportunities