Proper safety procedures of working on electrical circuits using hand tools and testing instruments will be review. Learn circuit principles and applications of AC electricity. Characteristics of the AC wave form, inductors, resistive, inductive and capacitive circuits, Vectors, RL, RC and LCR circuits are discussed. CM 121 or similar experience. Learn terminology, related areas of the National Electric Code, construction blueprints, electrical drawings, low voltage remote lighting control, emergency power systems, parking lot lighting and sodium vapor lighting.
Course includes hands-on laboratory projects and a field trip.
Learn how to measure accurately, use layout tools, basic blueprint reading, introduction to safe and proper use of hand tools, some machine tools and fabrication processes. Students will gain knowledge and skills for entry-level carpentry and woodworking. These carpentry skills will then be utilized during basic construction operations. Students will learn how to read wall sections on a blueprint, rough frame wall sections, cover exterior walls in various sheathing materials, install exterior and interior door units and be able to insulate exterior walls. Students will learn how to select proper grades and types of lumber and plywood for specific jobs.