Official Course Description: MCCCD Approval: 04/25/95 | |||
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ABC144 19956-20032 | LEC | 1 Credit(s) | 1 Period(s) |
Grounding | |||
Types of grounding and proper installation of grounds and grounding. OSHA and National Electrical Code (NEC) requirements specific to grounding. Purpose and operation of Ground Fault Circuit Interrupters (GFCI). Effects of soils and environment. Selection of grounds and grounding material for specific situations. Testing grounds with a "megger". Prerequisites: (Indentured status with the Arizona Builders Alliance) or (permission of the apprenticeship coordinator). | |||
MCCCD Official Course Competencies: | |
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ABC144 19956-20032 | Grounding |
1. | Define grounding and explain its purpose. (I) |
2. | Explain and demonstrate selection and installation of ground and grounding materials for specific electrical systems or equipment. (II) |
3. | Describe the effect of specific environmental conditions on grounding including: soil, temperature and moisture. (III) |
4. | Explain OSHA and NEC requirements for electrical systems and equipment grounding. (III, IV, V) |
5. | Explain the purpose of and operation of a Ground Fault Circuit Interrupters (GFCI). (VI) |
6. | Explain the operation and function of a "megger" and demonstrate specific testing procedures using a megger. (VII, VIII) |
MCCCD Official Course Outline: | |
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ABC144 19956-20032 | Grounding |
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