ELAP 1210 - Electrical IIA

7.0 Credits

Students learn the layout and construction of residential electrical systems with emphasis on the National Electric Code (N.E.C.). Through classroom instruction and projects, they gain an understanding of residential blueprints, branch circuits, conductor sizing, protective devices and wiring methods.

Prerequisites: (1) ELAP 1120

Lecture Hours: 7.0
Lab Hours: 0.0
Internship Hours: 0.0
Clinical or Practicum Hours: 0.0

Course Objectives

Summarize the importance of safety rules and electrical and building codes and how they are enforced.
Demonstrate the ability to comprehend specifications, symbols and terminology used on electrical plans and use them, along with the N.E.C., to determine proper box selection and mounting for outlets.
Determine the required number of branch circuits, lighting outlets, and receptacle outlets for a residence.
Describe the different types of conductors used in residential applications and how they are properly sized and installed.
Explain proper identification and connection for ungrounded, grounded, grounding and switching conductors.
Identify how the different types of protective devices function, where and why they are required and how they are installed.
Interpret how different types of luminaires are constructed and properly installed and what the lighting and appliance branch circuit requirements are for various areas of a residential occupancy.

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