ELTR 1220 - Commercial Wiring I

9.0 Credits

Students gain a basic knowledge of circuits used in commercial wiring applications. Fundamentals of pipe bending, complete raceway installations, and calculations are introduced. As a team, students build a small office setting following National Electrical Code guidelines.

Prerequisites: (2) ELTR 1210 and ELTR 2240 with grade of C or better

Lecture Hours: 9.0
Lab Hours: 0.0
Internship Hours: 0.0
Clinical or Practicum Hours: 0.0

Course Objectives

Explain the different wiring methods involved in commercial wiring.
Design a basic commercial wiring application, both power and lighting.
Demonstrate proper installation of commercial wiring methods, including selection of raceway, conductors. junction boxes, luminaries, and devices.
Recognize different voltages and their application.
Identify service and system voltages and capacities.
Recognize the different types of lighting and applications for each.
Demonstrate proper installation of commercial luminaries (fixtures).
Demonstrate and practice safety in the workplace.

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