Course Descriptions
<br />of blueprints, basic rigging techniques and methods
<br />used to move equipment and materials. In this course
<br />the student will be taught basic math for calculation and
<br />accurate measurements.
<br />Additionally, this course provides students with training
<br />in OSHA 10 regulations and CPR for safety and health
<br />in the construction industry, as well as safe working
<br />practices for electricians servicing electrically live
<br />Installations mandated by NFPA 70.
<br />There are no prerequisites.
<br />Module 4.0 units 40/40 lee/lab
<br />EL120 Introduction to Electrical Theory
<br />This course will provide instruction on the various laws
<br />and principles of electricity. An examination of
<br />electrical energy fundamentals, the relationships of
<br />electrical quantities within Ohm's Law and the
<br />principles of magnetic induction, transformers and
<br />capacitors serve to provide an overview of electrical
<br />power generation. Also, this course will provide
<br />instruction on the various types of electric motors and
<br />their applications. Topics consist of single-phase and
<br />three phase motors, capacitor start/run motors, and
<br />interrupting the nameplate data to provide the student
<br />with a working knowledge of electrical motors.
<br />There are no prerequisites..
<br />Module 4.0 units 40140 lee/lab
<br />ELI30 Flexible Cables/Conduit Bending and
<br />Raceways
<br />This course will provide Instruction on various flexible
<br />conduits and flexible cable assemblies. Students will
<br />learn the NEC code requirements for listed flexible
<br />conduits and cables along with the Installation
<br />requirements and their associated connectors and
<br />fittings. This course will provide hands-on applications
<br />in the installation of conduits in both metallic with other
<br />raceways commonly used in commercial electrical
<br />wiring. Students will perform the mechanics of bending
<br />to form different types of bends.
<br />There are no prerequisites.
<br />Module 4.0 units 40/40 lee/lab
<br />EL140 Residential Applications
<br />This course will provide instruction on various flexible
<br />conduits. It will prepare the student for the challenges
<br />of designing and drawing a National Electrical Code
<br />(NEC) governing branch circuit requirements for
<br />residential structures. Students receive instruction on
<br />load calculations, receptacle placement, lighting
<br />outlets, Ground Fault & Arc Fault protection, electrical
<br />symbols, and prints, along with the requirements for
<br />grounding, bonding, conductor Identification, and
<br />sizing calculations for service equipment.
<br />Prerequisite: EL110, EL120, and EL130
<br />Module 4.0 units 40/40 lecllab
<br />ELI60 Commercial Applications
<br />This course gives the student an Introduction to
<br />commercial wiring methods and three phase electrical
<br />distribution systems. The course will help the student
<br />read and understand blueprints used in commercial
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<br />applications. It shall cover the proper use and
<br />identification of materials associated with commercial
<br />electrical work. It teaches the student specific code
<br />requirements related to commercial applications as
<br />well as the ability to calculate service, feeder, and
<br />branch circuit requirements. It also establishes the
<br />principles of proper maintenance and troubleshooting.
<br />Prerequisite: EL1 f0, EL120, and EL130
<br />Module 4.0 units 40140lecllab
<br />EL160 Low Voltage Applications
<br />This course provides an overview of the alarm,
<br />telecommunications, and entertainment electronics
<br />industries from a technician's perspective. It covers the
<br />makeup. Identification, and applications of various
<br />types of conductors and cables used in
<br />telecommunications and security systems. It also
<br />provides information and detail instruction for selecting,
<br />installing, testing, and terminating devices on various
<br />cables used in low voltage work.
<br />Prerequisite: EL110, EL120, and EL130
<br />Module 4.0 units 40/40lecilab
<br />EL170 Motor and Industrial Motor Controls
<br />This course will provide instruction on the various types
<br />of electric motors and their applications. Topics consist
<br />of single-phase and three-phase motors, capacitor
<br />start/run motors, direct current motors and Interrupting
<br />the nameplate data to provide the student with a
<br />working knowledge of electrical motors. It will provide
<br />the students with a working knowledge of industrial
<br />motor controls.
<br />Starting with some of the most basic electronic
<br />devices, students will move from simple control circuits
<br />to an array of complex and Intricate circuits. Topics
<br />include timers,
<br />Start and stop switches, pressure, temperature, and
<br />other sensors along with many others that challenge
<br />today's electricians and Instrumentation technicians.
<br />Prerequisite: EL110, EL120, and EL130
<br />Module 4.0 units 40/40 lec/lab
<br />EL180 Programmable Logic Controls
<br />This course introduces the students to the principles of
<br />solid-state control and examines various applications
<br />that are relevant to the electrician. It introduces the
<br />students to electricity and semiconductor
<br />fundamentals. Students will Identify, test, and work with
<br />components that explain basic digital logic elements,
<br />flip-flops, shift registers and counter, the function and
<br />purpose of programmable logic controllers (PLC),
<br />different numbering systems used in PLCs, and the
<br />hardware and software use in PLCs.
<br />Prerequisite: EL110, EL120, andEL130
<br />Module 4 units 40/40 lecllab
<br />EL190 Solar Electric Applications
<br />This course provides an overview of photovoltaic (PV)
<br />science and an introduction to the fundamentals of
<br />solar energy. Through a combination of lecture and
<br />hands on lab exercises, students will learn the
<br />concepts and processes of photovoltaic systems,
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