Course

Course Summary
Credit Type:
Course
ACE ID:
NJAT-0031
Organization's ID:
T3SWK
Location:
Classroom-based
Length:
180 hours
Dates Offered:
Credit Recommendation & Competencies
Level Credits (SH) Subject
Lower-Division Baccalaureate 3 Residential Electrical Systems or Electrical Devices
Lower-Division Baccalaureate 3 Blueprint Reading
Lower-Division Baccalaureate 3 Semiconductor Theory or Electronics
Description

Objective:

The course objective is to prepare students for completion of the Third Year Installer/Technician Bundle. This bundle is a combination of the following courses: Orientation; Semiconductors; DC Theory; Installer/Technician Understanding RF Systems, Installer/Technician CCTV, Residential Advanced Technology, Installer/Technician Sound Reinforcement Systems; Building Automation: Control Devices and Automation; and Installer/Technician Nurse Call Systems. It provides a complete overview of what to expect after the apprenticeship and the keys to succeed as a leader. Students will learn Thevenin's & Norton's Theorems, and Kirchhoff's Law. They are given the essential building blocks that will lead to a complete understanding of all aspects of semiconductor electronics. Other topics covered are logarithmic power ratios, power/frequency applications, and antennas. This course will familiarize the residential wireman with cabling infrastructures, wireless control technologies, telecommunications and networking fundamentals, audio/video fundamentals, home theater basics, lighting, HVAC and automation controls, interfacing and integration. Student will gain an understanding necessary to design and operate moderate-scale reinforcement systems. They will have a better understanding of the operation, signaling, and functions of the common sensors, actuators, and other control devices used in building automation systems for commercial buildings.

Learning Outcomes:

  • analyze the National Electrical Benefit Fund (NEBF)
  • apply the principles of superposition to circuit calculations
  • explain Thevenin's & Norton's Theorems and Kirchhoff's Law
  • list the basic functions of diodes and rectifiers
  • determine transistor types with the DMM
  • list the different characteristics of SCRs
  • identify transmission imperfections and transmission lines
  • list the different camera types and characteristics used in video security systems
  • plan and install residential cabling systems
  • plan, test and troubleshoot A/V systems
  • design and pre-wire structured media systems
  • demonstrate how to read and interpret specifications of a sound system
  • explain the lighting sources and controls found in building automation
  • identify the different nurse call system components

General Topics:

  • Building Automation: Control Devices and Automation
  • DC Theory
  • Installer/Technician CCTV
  • Installer/Technician Nurse Call Systems
  • Installer/Technician Sound Reinforcement Systems
  • Installer/Technician Understanding RF Systems
  • Orientation
  • Residential Advanced Technology
  • Semiconductors
Instruction & Assessment

Instructional Strategies:

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

Methods of Assessment:

  • Examinations
  • Quizzes

Minimum Passing Score:

75%
Supplemental Materials