Instructor: Aaron Payne
Email: apayne1@bedford.k12.va.us
Website: http://bedford.va.k12us.com/apayne1
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Grade Level(s): 11-12
Location: 600 Edmund St, Bedford Va. 24523
Susan G Gibson Science and Technology Center
Course Outline
Electricity I
INSTRUCTOR: Mr. Aaron Payne
SCHOOL PHONE: 540-586-3933 (8:15-3:45)
COURSE LENGTH: 36 Weeks (540 Hours)
Email: apayne1@bedford.k12.va.us
COURSE DESCRIPTION:
In the first year at Susan G Gibson Science and Technology Center, the student develops electrical safety skills, use of tools, and knowledge of electrical control circuits through actual hands-on projects. Blueprint reading, circuit diagraming and residential electrical design are practiced, along with lab projects. Electrical theory is studied though class lecture, self-study in lab kits, and classroom demonstrations.(540 HRS)
COURSE OUTLINE:
I–INTRODUCTION TO ELECTRICAL SAFETY
Electrical Hazards
OSHA Standards
Ladders and Scaffolds
General Construction Safety
Electrical Theory One
Introduction to Electrical Theory One
Resistance; Schematic Representation of Circuit Elements
Electrical Power
Electrical Theory Two
Resistive Circuits
Applying OHMs Law to Resistive Circuits
Kirchhoff’s Law
II-ALTERNATING CURRENT
Sine Wave Generation
AC Phase Relationship
Resistance in AC Circuits
Capacitance
Electrical Test Equiptment
Analog Meters
Digital Meters
Continuity Tester
Introduction to NEC
Purpose and History
III–RACEWAY BOXES AND FITTINGS
Metal Conduit Fittings; Boxes, Bushings and Locknuts
Raceway Supports
Cable Trays
Underground Systems
Fasteners and Anchors
Threaded and Non-Threaded Fasteners
Hammer-Driven Pins and Studs
Powder-Actuated Tools and Fasteners
Hand Bendings
Introduction to Hand Bending
Offsets, Saddle Bends
Cutting,, Reaming
IV-BOXES AND FITTINGS
Introduction to Outlet Boxes and Fittings
Pull and Junction Boxes
Outletboxes in Hazardous Locations
Conductors
Ampacity
Conductors Insulation
Fixture Wires
Fish Tape, Feeding Conductors into Conduit
Conductor Terminations and Splices
Stripping and Cleaning conductors
Guidelines for Installing Conductors
Taping Electrical Joints
The apprentice will be expected to supply small electrical tool kit ,work boots, pencil, paper, 3-ring binder, colored pencils and appropriate dress. Book bags and back packs are not allowed in lab. We will supply the necessary tools and materials to complete the program and would recommend the apprentice bring their own, only if they desire.
Grades will be calculated in the following formats:
Summative 60%
Summative work consists of: tests, evaluations, assessments, mastery of competencies (including work place readiness skills, professionalism, and safety), cumulative projects, and state exam benchmark assessments
Formative 40%
Formative work consists of: daily lab and classroom assignments, written work designed to enhance learning , reports, homework, quizzes, participation in Skills USA club organization (Professional Development Program-PDP), and development of professional competencies
Susan G. Gibson Science and Technology Center
Course Outline
Electricity II
INSTRUCTOR: Mr. Aaron D.Payne
SCHOOL PHONE: 540-586-3933 (8:15-3.45))
COURSE LENGTH: 36 Weeks (540 Hours)
Email: apayne1@bedford.k12.va.us
COURSE DESCRIPTION
The second-year student will complete a comprehensive in-depth study of the national electric code, blueprint reading, residential electrical job cost, and material and system-design computations. In-depth experience is given in actual wiring or residential circuits. In the program at Susan G Gibson Science and Technology Center, the student may advance in skills competence at a comfortable rate. Other areas of study include industrial motor control wiring, and cabling. Students who enroll should possess good mathematical skills and mechanical aptitudes.(540 HRS)
COURSE OUTLINE:
I–INTRODUCTION TO ELECTRICAL BLUEPRINTS
Interpret electrical symbols
Understand and define electrical terms
Analyzing electrical drawings
Wiring Devices
Location and application
Raceway, Box, and Fitting Fill Requirements
Conduit fill requirements
Conduit Bodies, Pull Boxes, and Junction Boxes
II- WIRING: COMMERCIAL AND INDUSTRIAL
NEMA Classifications
Wiring Techniques
Control Devices, Power Distribution Equiptment
Wiring Residential
Sizing Electrical Service
Sizing Neutral Conductors and Load Centers
Grounding Electric Service
Installing the Service Entrance, Panelboard location
Grounding
Purpose of grounding
NEC requirements, Bonding Service Equiptment
Effective Grounding Path
III–CIRCUIT BREAKERS AND FUSES
Circuit breaker ratings
Fault current protection
Overcurrents, Sizing
Short circuit calculations
Installation of Electrical Services
Electrical Generation and Distribution
Service Components
Material Take-off
IV-Electrical Lighting
Human Vision and Light Characteristics
Storage and Handling
Light Fixture Installation
Lamps, Ballasts and Components
Types of Lamps, Fixture Ballasts
Controls for Lighting, Emergency Management Systems
The apprentice will be expected to supply small electrical tool kit, work boots, pencil, paper, 3-ring binder, colored pencils and appropriate dress. Book bags and back packs are not allowed in lab. We will supply the necessary tools and materials to complete the program and would recommend the apprentice bring their own, only if they desire.
Grades will be calculated in the following formats:
Summative 60%
Summative work consists of: tests, evaluations, assessments, mastery of competencies (including work place readiness skills, professionalism, and safety), cumulative projects, and state exam benchmark assessments
Formative 40%
Formative work consists of: daily lab and classroom assignments, written work designed to enhance learning , reports, homework, quizzes, participation in Skills USA club organization (Professional Development Program-PDP), and development of professional competencies