Maricopa Community Colleges  ELA251AC   19952-20086 
Official Course Description: MCCCD Approval: 07/22/08
ELA251AC 19952-20086 LEC 1 Credit(s) 1 Period(s)
Residential Wireman Upgrading
Review of basic concepts in mathematics, electrical theory, National Electrical Code and general wiring methods as applied to the residential construction industry.
Prerequisites: Approval by the Phoenix Electrical Joint Apprenticeship and Training Committee.
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MCCCD Official Course Competencies:
 
ELA251AC   19952-20086 Residential Wireman Upgrading
1. Apply basic mathematics to specific electrical problems. (I)
2. Solve specific equations that demonstrate the relationship between Ohm's Law and electricity. (II)
3. Define basic electricity terminology. (II)
4. Calculate electron flow, voltage drops and equivalent values of resistance in all parts of a combination circuit. (II)
5. Describe the general requirements of the National Electrical Code. (III)
6. Describe complete residential electrical installations according to National Electrical Code requirements. (III, IV)
7. Identify the differences between the following terms: grounded conductor, grounding and grounding conductor. (III)
8. Read and interpret a National Electrical Code blueprint. (III)
9. Describe various wiring methods to complete electrical installations. (IV)
10. List the basic principles of supervision and training. (IV)
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MCCCD Official Course Outline:
 
ELA251AC   19952-20086 Residential Wireman Upgrading
    I. Mathematics
        A. Basic Principles
        B. Fractions
          1. Mixed Numbers
          2. Improper
          3. Addition
          4. Subtraction
          5. Multiplication
          6. Division
        C. Decimals
          1. Location Decimal Point
          2. Addition
          3. Subtraction
          4. Multiplication
          5. Division
        D. Percentage
        E. Math Relationship to Code
      II. Electrical Theory
          A. Electron Theory
            1. Current and EMF
            2. Electrical Units
            3. Structure of Matter
            4. Code
          B. Amps-Volts-Ohms
            1. Current Flow
            2. Causes and Current Flow-EMF
            3. Controls of Current Flow
            4. Resistance
            5. Code
          C. Ohm's Law/Code
            1. Properties of Power
            2. Power Problems
            3. Code
          E. Voltage
            1. Polarity Across a Load
            2. Alternating Current Sources
            3. Code
          F. Series Circuits
            1. Series Circuits Worksheet
            2. A/C Series Circuits
            3. Series Circuits II
            4. Code
          H. Parallel Circuits
            1. Parallel Circuits Problems
            2. Parallel Circuits Worksheet
            3. A/C Parallel Circuits
            4. Code
          I. Series/Parallel Circuits
          J. Terminology
          K. Calculations
        III. National Electrical Code
            A. Introduction
            B. General Code
              1. Provision I
              2. Nonmetallic Cable
              3. Provision II
              4. Conductors
              5. Boxes
            C. Wiring Methods
              1. Special Consideration
              2. Armored Cable
            D. Branch Circuits
            E. Feeders
            F. Electrical Services
              1. Electrical Services I
              2. Electrical Services II
            G. Grounded/Grounding
              1. Grounded Conductors
              2. Grounding
              3. Grounding Conductors
            H. Calculations
              1. Branch Circuits
              2. Load
              3. Overcurrent Protection
            I. Fuses
            J. Panel boards
            K. Watt-Hour Meters
            L. NEC Blueprint Reading
              1. Single-Family Dwellings
              2. Mutli-Family Dwellings
          IV. Wiring Methods
              A. Basic Job Practices
                1. Layout
                2. Boxing
                3. Dwelling
                4. Rough
                5. Trim
                6. GFCI Circuits
              B. Special Circuits and Systems
                1. Heating and Cooling Systems
                2. Fire and Security Systems
                3. Low Voltage Control Systems
              C. Power Saver Services
              D. Service Work
              E. Blueprint Reading
              F. Supervision and Training
                1. Supervision
                2. Training
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