Louisiana Administrative Code › Title 28 - EDUCATION › Part CV - Bulletin 115-Trade and Industrial Education Content Standards Curriculum Framework: Drafting; Electricity; and Heating, Ventilating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration › Subpart 5 - Electricity › Chapter 19 - National Skill Standards › Section CV-1901 - Competencies, Foundation Skills, and Academic Cross-References

Current through Register Vol. 50, No. 6, June 20, 2024
A. Standard 1:
				  Explain the importance of safety and demonstrate safe practices in all
				  electrical work.
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National
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Academic Cross-Reference
								(Standard-Benchmark)
I. GENERAL JOBSITE SAFETY AWARENESS
1, 3, 4, 5
I-A
English Language Arts (ELA)
A. Explain the importance of safety and the key
								factors involved in safe work practice.
1, 2, 3, 4
I-A1, IA2
ELA 1-H1, H3, H4, H5 ELA 2-H2, H3
B. Explain the dangers of electrical shock,
								describe
I-A3
ELA 3-H2, H3
potential shock hazard situations, use no
								contact
ELA 4-H1, H2, H3, H4, H5, H6
voltage indicators and other devices to determine
								if
ELA 5-H1, H2, H3, H6
the system is energized and demonstrate
								proper
ELA 7-H1, H2
techniques for working on energized
								circuits.
Mathematics
C. Identify and correct hazards created by
								poor
1, 5
N-1H, 2H, 3H, 4H, 5H, 6H, 7H
housekeeping.
1, 4
I-A4
A-1H, 2H, 3H, 4H
D. Maintain a safe work area and tools.
1, 4
I-A5
M-1H, 2H, 3H, 4H
E. Explain the dangers of falling objects.
1, 4, 5
I-A6
D-7H, 9H
F. Demonstrate respect and observance job safety
								rules.
I-A7
G-1H, 2H, 3H, 4H, 5H, 6H
II. EMERGENCY PROCEDURES
Social Studies
A. Demonstrate competency in first aid
								training,
1, 4, 5
I-B
G-1D-H1, 1D-H2, 1D-H4
particularly in the area of electrical
								shock.
1, 4, 5
I-B1
C-1A-H1, 1A-H5
B. Demonstrate proper CPR procedures.
1, 4
I-B2
E-1A-H1, 1A-H2, 1A-H3, 1A-H6
C. Explain the means to effect emergency
								rescues.
I-B-3
1B-H1, 1B-H2, 1B-H4, 1B-H5, 1B-H6
III. COMPLIANCE WITH OSHA AND EPA
								REGULATIONS
1, 2, 5
I-C
Science
A. Participate in/conduct a regular safety
								meeting.
1, 4
I-C1
PS-H-B1, E1, F1, F2, G1, G2, G3, G4, G5
B. Explain the general OSHA jobsite
								requirements.
I-C2
ESS-H-A1
C. Explain and apply the guidelines for OSHA
								Assured
1, 2, 4
SE -H-A11, B1, B6, C2, C4,
Equipment Grounding and CFCI usage.
I-C3
C5, D1, D2, D3,D4,
D. Use material safety data sheets (MSDS) to
								identify
1, 2, 4
D5, D6
and properly handle hazardous.
I-C4
IV. SUBSTANCE ABUSE
1, 4
I-D
A. Identify common drugs and explain their
								effects.
I-D1
B. Identify the indicators of and explain how to
								handle
1, 4
substance abuse.
I-D2
C. Identify substance abuse sources of information
								and
1, 3, 4
assistance.
I-D3
B.
				  Standard 2: Select and use appropriate tools and materials on the job.
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I. GENERAL JOBSITE SAFETY AWARENESS
II-A
English Language Arts (ELA)
A. Select, use, and care for common hand and
1, 2
ELA 1-H1, H3, H4, H5
power tools.
1, 2
II-A1-4
ELA 2-H2, H3
B. Demonstrate ladder safety.
1, 2, 3, 4
II-A5
ELA 3-H2, H3
C. Explain tool defects.
1, 2
II-A6
ELA 4-H1, H2, H3, H4, H5, H6
D. Use various meters to read variables.
II-A7
ELA 5-H1, H2, H3, H6
II. PROPER RIGGING METHODS
II-B
ELA 7-H1, H2
A. Explain the use of knots in electrical work
								and
1, 2, 3
Mathematics
demonstrate knot making.
II-B 1
N-1H, 2H, 3H, 4H, 5H, 6H, 7H
B. Apply proper techniques for rigging and
1, 2, 3
A-1H, 2H, 3H, 4H
hoisting.
II-B 2
M-1H, 2H, 3H, 4H
C. Explain the safe capacities for various
								lifting
1, 2, 3
D-7H, 9H
arrangements.
II-B 3
G-1H, 2H, 3H, 4H, 5H, 6H
III. PROPER DIGGING TECHNIQUES
II-C
Social Studies
A. Explain the determination of depth and shape
								of
1, 2, 3
G-1D-H1, 1D -H2, 1D-H4
holes for supporting poles.
II-C 1
C-1A-H1, 1A-H5
B. Explain the proper techniques for
								digging,
1, 2, 3
E-1A-H1, 1A-H2, 1A-H3, 1A-H6
grading and leveling trenches for ductwork.
II-C 2
1B-H1, 1B-H2, 1B-H4, 1B-H5, 1B-H6
IV EXPLAIN THE USE OF MOTORIZED TOOLS IN
1,2, 3
Science
ELECTRICAL WORK
II-D
PS-H-B1, E1, F1, F2, G1, G2, G3, G4, G5
V. PROPER MATERIAL MANAGEMENT
II-E
ESS-H-A1
A. Identify the materials commonly used in
1, 2, 3
SE -H-A11, B1, B6, C2, C4, C5, D1, D2,
electrical work.
II-E1
D3, D4, D5, D6
B. Explain materials sections in terms of
1, 2, 3
application.
II-E2
C.
				  Standard 3: Perform mathematical computation common to the electrical trade.
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National
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Academic Cross-Reference
								(Standard-Benchmark)
I.
APPLY ARITHMETIC OPERATIONS TO SOLVE ELECTRICAL
								PROBLEMS.
1, 2, 3
III-1-5, 9
English Language Arts (ELA)
ELA 1-H1, H3, H4, H5
II.
SOLVE PROBLEMS AND DETERMINE
ELA 2-H2, H3, H6
THE ANGLES AND SIDES OF TRAINGLES.
1, 2, 3
III-6-7
ELA 3-H1, H3
ELA 4-H2, H3, H4, H5, H6
III.
PERFORM METRIC CALCULATIONS
ELA 5-H1, H2, H3, H4, H5, H6
AND CONVERT METRIC TO THE ENGLISH SYSTEM AND VICE
								VERSA.
1, 2, 3
III-8, 10
ELA 7-H1, H2
Mathematics
IV.
PERFORM CALCULATIONS USING
N-1H, 2H, 3H, 4H, 5H, 7H
ALGEBRA TO SOLVE ELECTRICAL PROBLEMS.
1, 2, 3
III-11
A-1H, 2H, 3H, 4H M-1H, 2H, 3H, 4H
V.
USE SQUARE ROOT, RATIO, PERCENT,
D-2H, 4H, 7H, 8H, 9H
AND PROPORTION TO SOLVE PROBLEMS.
1, 2, 3
III-12-13
G-1H, 2H, 3H, 5H, 6H
Social Studies
VI.
SOLVE PROBLEMS INVOLVING DIRECT AND INVERSE
								RELATIONSHIPS.
1, 2, 3
III-14
G-1C-H2, 1D-H1, 1D-H2, 1D, H4 E-1A-H1, 1A-H2,
								1A-H3, 1A-H6 1B-H1, 1B-H2, 1B-H4, 1B-H4, 1B-H6
Science
P S-H-B1, PS-H-E1, PS-H-F1, PS-H-F2, PS-H-G2,
								PS-H-G3, PS-H-G4, SE -H-D2,
SE -H-D6
D.
				  Standard 4: Apply electrical theory in designing, construction, and
				  trouble-diagnosing electrical circuits.
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								(Standard-Benchmark)
I. BASIC ELECTRICAL THEORY
IV-A
English Language Arts (ELA)
A. Define the terms associated with
1, 2, 3
ELA 1-H1, H3, H4, H5
electrical theory.
1, 2, 3
IV-A-1
ELA 2-H2, H3
B. Explain the generation of electricity.
1, 2, 3
IV-A-2, 3
ELA 3-H2, H3
C. Explain the utilization of electricity.
IV-A-4
ELA 4-H1, H2, H3, H4, H5, H6
II. OHM'S LAW, KIRCHOFF'S LAW,
ELA 5-H1, H2, H3, H6
LENZ'S LAW, THEVENIN'S AND
ELA 7-H1, H2
NORTON'S THEOREMS
IV-B
Mathematics
A. Explain the use of laws and theorems in
1, 2, 3
N-1H, 2H, 3H, 4H, 5H, 6H, 7H
electrical work.
IV-B-1
A-1H, 2H, 3H, 4H
B. Solve problems involving the electrical
1, 2, 3
M-1H, 2H, 3H, 4H
laws and theories.
IV-B-2
D-7H, 9H
III. SERIES CIRCUITS
IV-C
G-1H, 2H, 3H, 4H, 5H, 6H
A. Explain the operation and construction of
1, 2, 3
Social Studies
series circuits.
IV-C-1
G-1D-H1, 1D -H2, 1D-H4
B. Calculate resistance and total resistance
1, 2, 3
C-1A-H1, 1A-H5
in series circuits.
IV-C-2, 3
E-1A-H1, 1A-H2, 1A-H3, 1A-H6
C. Explain the effects of charging voltage
1, 2, 3
1B-H1, 1B-H2, 1B-H4, 1B-H5, 1B-H6
and resistance.
IV-C-4
Science
D. Explain the law of proportion series
1, 2, 3
PS-H-B1, E1, F1, F2, G1, G2, G3, G4, G5
voltage divider circuits.
1, 2, 3
IV-C-5
ESS-H-A1
E. Calculate power in series circuits.
IV-C-6
SE -H-A11, B1, B6, C2, C4, C5, D1, D2, D3,
IV. PARALLEL CIRCUITS
IV-D
D4, D5, D6
A. Explain the construction and operation of
1, 2, 3
parallel circuits.
IV-D-1, 4
B. Explain the differences between series
1, 2, 3
and parallel circuits.
IV-D-2
C. Calculate Ohms Law for parallel
1, 2, 3
circuits.
IV-D-3
D. Calculate total resistance in parallel
1, 2, 3
circuits.
1, 2, 3
IV-D-5
E. Explain current/alternative current
								paths.
1, 2, 3
IV-D-6, 7
F. Explain the law of proportion.
IV-D-8
G. Calculate power requirements of
1, 2, 3
components.
IV-D-9
V. COMBINATION CIRCUITS
IV-E
A. Explain the operation and construction of
1, 2, 3
combination circuits.
1, 2, 3
IV-E-1, 2
B. Calculate equivalent resistance.
1, 2, 3
IV-E-3
C. Explain alternate current paths.
D. Calculate Ohm's Law.
1, 2, 3 1, 2, 3
IV-E-4 IV-E-5
E. Explain power use and dissipation.
IV-E-6
VI. CHARACTERISTICS OF VOLTAGES IN
CIRCUITS
IV-F
A. Explain polarity and the flow of
1, 2, 3
electrons.
IV-F-1
B. Explain distribution, calculate voltage
drop, and determine wire size to reduce
losses.
IV-F-2, 3
VII. EXPLAIN THE CHARACTERISTICS OF
MAGNETISM/ELECTROMAGNETISM.
1, 2, 3
IV-G
VIII. EXPLAIN THE THEORY OF
SUPERPOSITION AND SOLVING
MULTIPLE VOLTAGE SOURCE
CIRCUITS.
1, 2, 3
IV-H
IX. EXPLAIN THE OPERATION AND
CHARACTERISTICS OF THREE WIRE
SYSTEMS.
1, 2, 3
IV-I
X. EXPLAIN THE OPERATION AND
CHARACTERISTICS OF THREE PHASE
IV-J
SYSTEMS.
A. Explain the differences between and
construct three wire and three phase
circuits.
1, 2, 3
IV-J-1
B. Calculate voltage drop and power loss.
1, 4
XI. AC THEORY
IV-J-2
A. Define terms associated with AC theory.
1, 4
IV-K
B. Calculate currents and voltages for
components and circuits.
2, 3
IV-K-1
C. Determine conductor size using the NEC.
2, 3
IV-K-2
D. Generate current voltage sine waves to
demonstrate phase relationships.
2, 3
IV-K-3
E. Define maximum, effective (rms), average,
and peak -to-peak voltage and current.
2, 3
IV-K-4
F. Define inductance.
2, 4
IV-K-5
1. Explain factors that affect inductance.
3
IV-K-6
2. Explain the behavior of current when
inductance is present.
3, 4
IV-K-6a
3. Explain the relationship between
IV-K-6b
current, applied voltage, and counter
electromotive force.
2, 4
IV-K-6c
4. Calculate inductive reactance when
frequency and inductance are known.
2, 3, 4
5. Calculate inductance, inductive
IV-K-6d
reactance, and unknowns in various
circuits.
2, 3, 4
IV-K-6e
G. Define
capacitance
.
1. Explain the effects on circuits of
2, 3, 4
IV-K-7
capacitance.
2, 3, 4
IV-K-7a
2. Explain the relationships between
capacitance, capacitive reactance, and
2, 3, 4
IV-K-7b
frequency.
H. Explain the relationships and behaviors
								of
series RL, parallel RL, series RC, parallel
RC, series LC, parallel LC, series LCR and
parallel LCR circuits.
2, 3, 4
IV-K-8
I. Explain the function, operation, and
characteristics of rectifiers.
2, 3, 4
IV-K-9
1. Explain the actions of full wave and
half rectifiers.
2, 4
IV-K-9a
2. Interpret schematics.
2, 4
IV-K-9b
J. Explain the series resonance, parallel
resonance and circuits.
2, 4
IV-K-10
K. Explain the use of filters in electrical
circuits.
2, 4
IV-K-11
L. Define power factor.
2, 3, 4
IV-K-12
1. Calculate watts, bars and volt -
amperes.
2, 3, 4
IV-K-12a
2. Explain reactive power.
2, 4
IV-K-12b
3. Explain the proper placement of
power factor correction capacitors.
2, 4
IV-K-12c
4. Explain the procedure to recognize
and correct poor power factor
arrangements.
2, 3, 4
IV-K-12d
M. Define power quality.
2, 4
V-K-13
1. Explain causes of poor power quality.
2, 3, 4
IV-K-13a
2. Explain the effects of harmonics.
2, 4
IV-K-13b
3. Explain the procedure of locating
harmonics through observation and test
IV-K-13c
equipment.
2, 3, 4
4. Explain techniques to reduce or
eliminate effects of harmonics.
2, 3, 4
IV-K-13d
XII. USE OF ELECTRONICS
V-L
A. Explain electron flow through solid-state
2, 4
IV-L-1
components.
B. Explain precautions to be taken against
electrostatic discharges around
								semiconductor
2, 4
IV-L-2
devices.
C. Explain the functions, operations,
characteristics, and testing of diodes.
2, 4
IV-L-3
D. Explain the functions, operations, and
characteristics of transducers.
2, 4
IV-L-4
E. Explain the functions, operations,
characteristics, and testing of various types
								of
transistors (diacs, triacs, SCRs, etc.).
2, 3, 4
IV-L-5
F. Explain the functions, operations,
characteristics, and circuit configurations
								of
amplifiers.
2, 4
IV-L-6
G. Explain the functions, operations, and
characteristics of integrated circuits
								(ICs).
2, 4
IV-L-7
H. Explain the functions, operations, and
characteristics of the three main categories
								of
photo -operated devices.
2, 4
IV-L-8
I. Explain the construction and operation of
digital and logic circuits.
2, 4
IV-L-9
E.
				  Standard 5: Explain and apply code requirements.
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I. EXPLAIN THE PURPOSE AND INTENT OF
1, 2, 3, 4, 5
V-1
English Language Arts (ELA)
ELECTRICAL CODES.
ELA 1-H1, H3, H4, H5
II. EXPLAIN THE SCOPE OF THE NATIONAL
1, 2, 3, 4, 5
V-2
ELA 2-H2, H3
ELECTRIC CODE (NEC) AND LOCAL CODES.
ELA 3-H2, H3
III. EXPLAIN AND PROVIDE EXAMPLES OF
ELA 4-H1, H2, H3, H4, H5, H6
HOW LOCAL CODES MAY DIFFER FROM
1, 2, 3, 4, 5
V-3
ELA 5-H1, H2, H3, H6
THE NEC.
ELA 7-H1, H2
IV. EXPLAIN THE ORGANIZATION AND
1, 2, 3, 4, 5
V-4
STRUCTURE OF THE NEC.
Mathematics
V. USE THE NEC TO CALCULATE VARIOUS
1, 2, 3, 4, 5
V-5
N-1H, 2H, 3H, 4H, 5H, 6H, 7H
GENERAL JOB REQUIREMENTS.
A-1H, 2H, 3H, 4H
VI. APPLY NEC REQUIREMENTS FOR
1, 2, 3, 4, 5
V-6
M-1H, 2H, 3H, 4H
HAZARDOUS LOCATIONS.
D-7H, 9H
G-1H, 2H, 3H, 4H, 5H, 6H
Social Studies
G-1D-H1, 1D-H2, 1D-H4 C-1A-H1, 1A-H5 E-1A-H1,
								1A-H2, 1A-H3, 1A-H6 1B-H1, 1B-H2, 1B-H4, 1B-H5, 1B-H6
Science
PS-H-B1, E1, F1, F2, G1, G2, G3, G4, G5
ESS-H-A1
SE -H-A11, B1, B6, C2, C4, C5, D1, D2,
D3, D4, D5, D6
F.
				  Standard 6: Select and Install Conductors
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I. TYPES OF CONDUCTORS
VI -A
English Language Arts (ELA)
A. Explain the use of the various types of
								conductors
1, 2, 3
ELA 1-H1, H3, H4, H5
and insulators.
VI -A-1
ELA 2-H2, H3
B. Identify the common conductors materials
								and
1, 2, 3
ELA 3-H2, H3
explain their advantages and disadvantages.
1, 2, 3
VI -A-2, 5
ELA 4-H1, H2, H3, H4, H5, H6
C. Explain the effects of heat on
								insulators.
VI -A-3
ELA 5-H1, H2, H3, H6
D. Determine the appropriate type and size
								of
1, 2, 3
ELA 7-H1, H2
conductors for various jobs.
1, 2, 3
VI -A-4
E. Explain the properties of high voltage
								cable.
VI -A-6
Mathematics
F. Explain the effects of varying soil conditions
								on
1, 2, 3
N-1H, 2H, 3H, 4H, 5H, 6H, 7H
underground cable.
VI -A-7
A-1H, 2H, 3H, 4H
II. CONDUCTOR INSTALLATION TECHNIQUES
VI -B
M-1H, 2H, 3H, 4H
A. Explain various wiring methods for particular
								types
1, 2, 3
D-7H, 9H
of conductors and situations.
VI -B-1
G-1H, 2H, 3H, 4H, 5H, 6H
B. Demonstrate different methods of
								installing
1, 2, 3
conductors in conducts, raceways and cable
								trays.
VI -B-2
Social Studies
C. Demonstrate proper splicing methods and
1, 2, 3
G-1D-H1, 1D-H2, 1D-H4
techniques for various conductors and
								locations.
VI -B-3
C-1A-H1, 1A-H5
III. METHODS FOR SELECTING CONDUCTORS
VI -C
E-1A-H1, 1A-H2, 1A-H3, 1A-H6
A. Use code requirements to determine the
								appropriate
1, 2, 3
1B-H1, 1B-H2, 1B-H4, 1B-H5, 1B-H6
conductor selection for various jobs.
VI -C-1
B. Perform mathematical calculation to
								determine
1, 2, 3
Science
current capacity of conductors.
1, 2, 3
VI -C-2
PS-H-B1, E1, F1, F2, G1, G2, G3, G4, G5
C. Calculate or select cable ampacity from NEC
								tables.
1, 2, 3
VI -C-3
ESS-H-A1
D. Determine loads for sizing conductors.
VI -C-4
SE -H-A11, B1, B6, C2, C4, C5, D1,
E. Interpret code requirements for various types
								of
D2, D3, D4, D5, D6
circuits and loads (lighting, appliance, heating,
								service
1, 2, 3
entrance).
VI -C-5
IV. CABLE FAULT SITUATIONS
VI -D
A. Explain the various types of cable faults and
								their
1, 2, 3
cause.
VI -D-1
B. Explain the various methods and equipment used
								to
1, 2, 3
determine cable faults.
VI -D-2
G.
				  Standard 7: Install Conduct, Raceways, Panelboards and Switchboards
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I. DEFINE THE TERMS ASSOCIATED WITH
1, 2, 3, 4
VII-A
English Language Arts (ELA)
CONDUCTS AND RACEWAYS
ELA 1-H1, H3, H4, H5
II. CONDUCT AND WIRING SUPPORT
1, 2, 3
VII-B
ELA 2-H2, H3
SYSTEMS RECOGNIZED BY CODE
1, 2, 3
VII-B-1
ELA 3-H2, H3
A. Select appropriate types of conduct.
1, 2, 3
VII-B-2
ELA 4-H1, H2, H3, H4, H5, H6
B. Select and install appropriate
								connectors.
ELA 5-H1, H2, H3, H6
C. Select and install appropriate fastening
1, 2, 3
VII-B-3
ELA 7-H1, H2
devices and reinforcements.
D. Accommodate special consideration in
								using
1, 2, 3
VII-B-4
Mathematics
conduct.
N-1H, 2H, 3H, 4H, 5H, 6H, 7H
III. PROCDURES FOR LAYING OUT
VI I-D
A-1H, 2H, 3H, 4H
VARIOUS TYPES OF BENDS
1, 2, 3
VII-D-1
M-1H, 2H, 3H, 4H
A. Explain take-up and gain.
1, 2, 3
VII-D-2
D-7H, 9H
B. Form kicks and offsets.
1, 2, 3
VII-D-3
G-1H, 2H, 3H, 4H, 5H, 6H
C. Calculate degrees.
1, 2, 3
VII-D-4
Social Studies
D. Form back-to-back bends.
1, 2, 3
VII-D-5
G-1D-H1, 1D-H2, 1D-H4
E. Calculate conduct length.
1, 2, 3
VII-D-6
C-1A-H1, 1A-H5
F. Locate bend points.
E-1A-H1, 1A-H2, 1A-H3, 1A-H6
G. Demonstrate four techniques for segment
1, 2, 3
VII-D-7
1B-H1, 1B-H2, 1B-H4, 1B-H5, 1B-H6
bending.
1, 2, 3
VII-D-8
H. Demonstrate forming concentric bends.
1, 2, 3
VII-D-9
Science
I. Calculate the radius of circles.
PS-H-B1, E1, F1, F2, G1, G2, G3, G4, G5
IV. PROCEDURES FOR MAKING BENDS
1, 2, 3
VII-D
ESS-H-A1
WHEN FABRICATING CONDUITS
SE -H-A11, B1, B6, C2, C4, C5, D1, D2, D3,
A. Use hand benders to make bends on small
1, 2, 3
VII-D-1
D4, D5, D6
diameter conduit.
B. Use power benders to make bends on large
1, 2, 3
VII-D-2
diameter pipe.
V. FABRICATE RACEWAYS AND WIRING
1, 2, 3, 4
VII-E
SUPPORT SYSTEMS
VI. PERFORM CABLE ASSEMBLY WIRING
1, 2, 3
VII-F
METHODS RECOGNIZED BY CODE
VII. FUNCTIONS, OPERATIONS AND
REQUIREMENTS FOR VARIOUS
PANELBOARDS AND SWITCHGEAR
1, 2, 3
VII-G
A. Install panels.
1, 2, 3
VII-G-1
B. Install components within panels.
1, 2, 3
VII-G-2
C. Attach wiring and connectors.
VII-G-3
D. Explain special considerations and
1, 2, 3
VII-G-4
occupancies.
H.
				  Standard 8: Installing Lighting Systems
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Foundation
Skills
National
Skill Standard
Academic Cross-Re ference
								(Standard-Benchmark)
I. DEFINE THE TERMS ASSOCIATED WITH
1, 2, 3, 4
VII-A
English Language Arts (ELA)
CONDUCTS AND RACEWAYS
ELA 1-H1, H3, H4, H5
II. CONDUCT AND WIRING SUPPORT
VII-B
ELA 2-H2, H3
SYSTEMS RECOGNIZED BY CODE
1, 2, 3
VII-B-1
ELA 3-H2, H3
A. Select appropriate types of conduct.
1, 2, 3
VII-B-2
ELA 4-H1, H2, H3, H4, H5, H6
B. Select and install appropriate
								connectors.
ELA 5-H1, H2, H3, H6
C. Select and install appropriate fastening
1, 2, 3
VII-B-3
ELA 7-H1, H2
devices and reinforcements.
Mathematics
D. Accommodate special consideration in
								using
1, 2, 3
VII-B-4
N-1H, 2H, 3H, 4H, 5H, 6H, 7H
conduct.
A-1H, 2H, 3H, 4H
III. PROCDURES FOR LAYING OUT
1, 2, 3
VII-D
M-1H, 2H, 3H, 4H
VARIOUS TYPES OF BENDS
1, 2, 3
VII-D-1
D-7H, 9H
A. Explain take-up and gain.
1, 2, 3
VII-D-2
G-1H, 2H, 3H, 4H, 5H, 6H
B. Form kicks and offsets.
1, 2, 3
VII-D-3
Social Studies
C. Calculate degrees.
1, 2, 3
VII-D-4
G-1D-H1, 1D-H2, 1D-H4
D. Form back-to-back bends.
1, 2, 3
VII-D-5
C-1A-H1, 1A-H5
E. Calculate conduct length.
1, 2, 3
VII-D-6
E-1A-H1, 1A-H2, 1A-H3, 1A-H6
F. Locate bend points.
1B-H1, 1B-H2, 1B-H4, 1B-H5, 1B-H6
G. Demonstrate four techniques for segment
1, 2, 3
VII-D-7
Science
bending.
1, 2, 3
VII-D-8
PS-H-B1, E1, F1, F2, G1, G2, G3, G4, G5
H. Demonstrate forming concentric bends.
1, 2, 3
VII-D-9
ESS-H-A1
I. Calculate the radius of circles.
SE -H-A11, B1, B6, C2, C4, C5, D1, D2, D3,
IV. PROCEDURES FOR MAKING BENDS
1, 2, 3
VII-D
D4, D5, D6
WHEN FABRICATING CONDUITS
A. Use hand benders to make bends on small
1, 2, 3
VII-D-1
diameter conduit.
B. Use power benders to make bends on large
1, 2, 3
VII-D-2
diameter pipe.
V. FABRICATE RACEWAYS AND WIRING
1, 2, 3, 4
VII-E
SUPPORT SYSTEMS
VI. PERFORM CABLE ASSEMBLY WIRING
1, 2, 3
VII-F
METHODS RECOGNIZED BY CODE
VII. FUNCTIONS, OPERATIONS AND
REQUIREMENTS FOR VARIOUS
VII-G
PANELBOARDS AND SWITCHGEAR
1, 2, 3
VII-G-1
A. Install panels.
1, 2, 3
VII-G-2
B. Install components within panels.
1, 2, 3
VII-G-3
C. Attach wiring and connectors.
D. Explain special considerations and
1, 2, 3
VII-G-4
occupancies.
I.
				  Standard 9: Explain the Use of Overcurrent Protection Devices and Reform
				  Appropriate Calculations
Benchmarks
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National
Skill Standard
Academic Cross-Reference
								(Standard-Benchmark)
I. FUNCTIONS, OPERATION, AND
English Language Arts (ELA)
CHARACTERISTICS OF OVERCURRENT
ELA 1-H1, H3, H4, H5
DEVICES
ELA 2-H1, H3, H6
A. Explain the purpose of over-current
								devices
1, 3, 4
IX-1
ELA 3-H1, H3
and their proper placement.
ELA 4-H2, H3, H4, H5, H6
B. Name three considerations necessary for
1, 2, 3, 4
IX-2
ELA 5-H1, H2, H3, H4, H5, H6
electrical component protection.
1, 3, 4
IX-3
ELA 7-H1, H2
C. Explain interrupting ratings.
1, 2, 3, 4
IX-4
Mathematics
D. Explain short circuit currents.
N-1H, 2H, 3H, 4H, 5H, 7H
E. Explain overload and over current
1, 3, 4
IX-5
A-1H, 2H, 3H, 4H
situations that might arise.
1, 3, 4
IX-6
M-1H, 2H, 3H, 4H
F. Explain the 10 and 25-foot tap rules.
D-2H, 4H, 7H, 8H, 9H
G. Explain the operation and application of
G-1H, 2H, 3H, 5H, 6H
single element and time delay fuses, and t
								he
1, 3, 4
IX-7
Social Studies
effects of heat.
G-1-C-H2, 1D-H1, 1D -H2, Id-H4
H. Explain the operation and application of
								the
1, 3, 4
IX-8
E-1A-H1, 1A-H2, 1A-H3, 1A-H6, 1B-H1, 1B-H2,
various types of circuit breakers.
1B-H4, 1B-H6
I. Explain the peak-let -thru charts and table
								to
1, 2, 3, 4
IX-9
Science
determine specifications.
PS-H-B1, PS-H-E1, PS-H-F1, PS-H-F2, PS-H-G2,
J. Explain the function, operation, and
1, 3, 4
IX-10
PS-H-G3, PS-H-G4, SE -H-D2, SE -H-D6
characteristics of ground fault circuit
								interrupters.
K. Explain the function, operations, and
1, 3, 4
IX-11
characteristics of surge protectors.
L. Select appropriate devices for various
1, 3, 4
IX-12
situations according to code.
J.
				  Standard 10: Installing Grounding Systems
Benchmarks
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Foundation
Skills
National
Skill Standard
Academic Cross-Reference
								(Standard-Benchmark)
I. FUNCTIONS, OPERATION, AND CHARACTERISTICS
								OF
X-A
English Language Arts (ELA)
GROUNDING SYSTEMS
1, 2, 3, 4
ELA 1-H1, H3, H4, H5
A. Explain the necessity of grounding
								systems.
1, 2, 3
X-A-1
ELA 2-H2, H3
B. Name and explain the general types of
								faults.
X-A-2
ELA 3-H2, H3
C. Explain the operations and characteristics of
								grounding
1, 2, 3
ELA 4-H1, H2, H3, H4, H5, H6
electrode systems.
X-A-3
ELA 5-H1, H2, H3, H6
II. SIZING, LAYOUT AND INSTALLATION OF
								GROUNDING
ELA 7-H1, H2
SYSTEMS
X-B
Mathematics
A. Explain the NEC requirements and interpretations
								for
1, 2, 3, 4
N-1H, 2H, 3H, 4H, 5H, 6H, 7H
installing grounding systems.
1, 2, 3, 4
X-B-1
A-1H, 2H, 3H, 4H
B. Determine the size of conductors and
								electrodes.
1, 2, 3
X-B-2
M-1H, 2H, 3H, 4H
C. Install electrodes.
1, 2, 3
X-B-3
D-7H, 9H
D. Install conductors and make connections to
								electrodes.
X-B-4
G-1H, 2H, 3H, 4H, 5H, 6H
E. Explain the impact of soil conditions on earth
								grounding
1, 2, 3
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systems and electrodes.
X-B-5
G-1D-H1, 1D-H2, 1D-H4
F. Explain the principles and the procedure of
								earth resistance testing.
1, 2, 3
X-B-6
C-1A-H1, 1A-H5
E-1A-H1, 1A-H2, 1A-H3, 1A-H6
G. Determine applications where ground fault
								protection is
1, 2, 3
1B-H1, 1B-H2, 1B-H4, 1B-H5, 1B-H6
required.
X-B-7
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III. EXPLAIN THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN
								INSULATION,
1, 2, 3
PS-H-B1, E1, F1, F2, G1, G2,
ISOLATION, AND ELEVATION
X-C
G3, G4, G5
IV. EXPLAIN THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN
								GROUNDING,
1, 2, 3
ESS-H-A1
GROUNDED, AND BONDING
X-D
SE -H-A11, B1, B6, C2, C4, C5,
V. EXPLAIN SPECIAL CIRCUMSTANCES WITH
1, 2, 3, 4
D1, D2, D3, D4, D5, D6
GROUNDING SYSTEMS
X-E
A. Explain requirements for grounding systems over
								1,000-
1, 2, 3, 4
volt capacity.
X-E-1
B. Explain grounding requirements for separately
								derived
1, 2, 3, 4
systems.
X-E-2
C. Explain ground requirements for buildings that
								share
1, 2, 3, 4
service.
X-E-3
K.
				  Standard 11: Reading and Interpreting Prints and Specifications
Benchmarks
Louisiana Foundation Skills
National
Skill Standard
Academic Cross-Reference
								(Standard-Benchmark)
I. CREATION OF BLUEPRINTS, PLANS, AND
XI-A
English Language Arts (ELA)
SPECIFICATIONS
1, 2, 3, 4
XI-A-1
ELA 1-H1, H3, H4, H5
A. Use electrical symbols.
ELA 2-H2, H3
B. Distinguish between the basic types of lines and
								explain
1, 2, 3
XI-A-2
ELA 3-H2, H3
their use.
1, 2, 3
XI-A-3
ELA 4-H1, H2, H3, H4, H5, H6
C. Identify drawing instruments and types of
								drawings.
1, 2, 3
XI-A-4
ELA 5-H1, H2, H3, H6
D. Take-off dimensions and use them on the
								job.
1, 2, 3
XI-A-5
ELA 7-H1, H2
E. Prepare "as-built" drawings.
Mathematics
F. Explain the differences between wiring diagrams,
								line
1, 2, 3
XI-A-6
N-1H, 2H, 3H, 4H, 5H, 6H, 7H
drawings, schematics, and ladder diagrams.
XI-B
A-1H, 2H, 3H, 4H
II. USE BLUEPRINTS, PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS
M-1H, 2H, 3H, 4H
A. Explain the function of various types of plots,
								sections,
D-7H, 9H
details, schedules, specification sheets, addendums
								and
1, 2, 3, 4
XI-B-1
G-1H, 2H, 3H, 4H, 5H, 6H
revisions.
Social Studies
B. Determine devices, locations, quantities, feeds,
								conduit
1, 2, 3, 4
XI-B-2
G-1D-H1, 1D-H2, 1D-H4
types and sizes and conductor sizes from
								prints.
C-1A-H1, 1A-H5
C. Interpret non-electrical dimensions and
								considerations
1, 2, 3
XI-B-3
E-1A-H1, 1A-H2, 1A-H3, 1A-H6
from prints.
1B-H1, 1B-H2, 1B-H4, 1B-H5,
D. Explain the relationships between
								architectural
1, 2, 3
XI-B-4
1B-H6
considerations and electrical installation.
Science
E. Correlate information from other trades plans
								with
1, 2, 3, 4
XI-B-5
PS-H-B1, E1, F1, F2, G1, G2, G3, G4, G5
electrical plans to determine potential
								conflicts.
ESS-H-A1
SE -H-A11, B1, B6, C2, C4, C5, D1, D2,
D3, D4, D5, D6
L.
				  Standard 12: Explain the Function, Operation and Characteristics of the Various
				  Motors, Motor Controllers and Process Controllers
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Skills
National
Skill Standard
Academic Cross-Reference
								(Standard-Benchmark)
I. FUNCTIONS, OPERATIONS, AND
								CHARACTERISTICS
XII-A
English Language Arts
OF VARIOUS TYPES OF MOTORS
1, 3, 4
ELA-1-H1, H3, H4, H5
A. Explain the construction and operation of
								various motors.
XII-A-1
ELA-2-H1, H3, H6
B. Use information sheets, plans, schematics and
								motor
1, 3, 4
ELA-3-H1, H3
nameplates to gather information.
1, 3, 4
XII-A-2
ELA-4-H2, H3, H4, H5, H6
C. Explain motor losses.
1, 3, 4
XII-A-3
ELA-5-H1, H2, H3, H4, H5, H6
D. Describe starting and operating characteristics
								of motors.
1, 2, 3, 4
XII-A-4
ELA-7-H1, H2
E. Explain methods to identify windings in DC
								motors.
XII-A-5
Mathematics
F. Explain means for providing for field failure,
								current limit,
1, 2, 3, 4
N-1H, 2H, 3h, 4H, 5H, 7H
voltage, and speed control.
XII-A-6
A-1H, 2H, 3H, 4H
G. Explain block diagrams to demonstrate power
								supplies,
1, 3, 4
M-1H, 2H, 3H, 4H
armature field and control features.
XII-A-7
G-1H, 2H, 3H, 5H, 6H
H. Define torque, locked rotor current, no-load
								speed, and
1, 3, 4
D-2H, 4H, 7H, 8H, 9H
slip.
1, 3, 4
XII-A-8
Social Studies
I. Explain reasons for low voltage starting.
XII-A-9
G-1C-H2, 1D-H1, 1D-H2, 1D-H4
J. Explain the function, operation, and
								characteristics of
1, 3, 4
E-1A-H1, 1A-H2, 1A-H3, 1A-H6, 1B-H1,
stepping motors.
XII-A-10
1B-H2, 1B-H4, 1B-H6
II. PROPER TECHNIQUES FOR MOTOR
								INSTALLATIONS
XII-B
Science
A. Perform the necessary calculations for
								electrical
1, 3, 4
P S- H-B1, PS-H- E1, PS- H-F1, PS-H-F2,
requirements per code.
1, 3, 4
XII-B-1
PS-H-G2, PS-H-G3, PS-H-G4, SE -H-D2,
B. Determine the correct power factor.
1, 3, 4
XII-B-2
SE -H-D6
C. Select proper wire type and size.
1, 3, 4
XII-B-3
D. Select appropriate connections.
XII-B-4
E. Explain how various motors can be made to run at
								a
1, 2, 3, 4
different speed or reverse direction.
1, 2, 3, 4
XII-B-5
F. Identify unmarked motor leads.
1, 3, 4
XII-B-6
G. Explain steps for proper handling of
								motors.
XII-B-7
III. FUNCTIONS, OPERATIONS, AND
								CHARACTERISTICS
OF MOTOR CONTROLLERS, CIRCUITS AND DEVICES
1, 3, 4
XII-C
A. Explain ways and means of starting and stopping
								motors.
1, 3, 4
XII-C-1
B. Explain the operation of magnetic coil.
XII-C-2
C. Explain the correct sizing use of magnetic
								starters and
1, 2, 3, 4
controllers.
1, 3, 4
XII-C-3, 4
D. Explain the difference between starters and
								contactors.
XII-C-5
E. Explain the function, operation, and
								characteristics of
1, 3, 4
thermal and magnetic overload protective
								devices.
1, 3, 4
XII-C-6
F. Interpret schematics for various control
								circuits.
XII-C-7
A. Explain the use of two wire and three wire
								control circuits.
1, 3, 4
XII-C-8, 9
English Language Arts (ELA)
B. Explain interlocking methods.
1, 3, 4
XII-C-10
ELA 1-H1, H3, H4, H5
C. Explain the operation of reversing and
								sequential
ELA 2-H2, H3
controllers.
1, 3, 4
XII-C-11
ELA 3-H2, H3
D. Explain jogging, inching and plugging.
1, 3, 4
XII-C-12
ELA 4-H1, H2, H3, H4, H5, H6
E. Explain the operation of multiple start stop
								controls and
ELA 5-H1, H2, H3, H6
selector switches.
1, 3, 4
XII-C-13
ELA 7-H1, H2
F. Explain the operation of phase failure
								relays.
1, 2, 3, 4
XII-C-14
Mathematics
G. Explain various manual and automatic speed
								control
N-1H, 2H, 3H, 4H, 5H, 6H, 7H
techniques.
1, 3, 4
XII-C-15
A-1H, 2H, 3H, 4H
H. Explain the function, operation, and
								characteristics of
M-1H, 2H, 3H, 4H
variable frequency drives.
1, 2, 3, 4
XII-C-16
D-7H, 9H
I. Explain function, operation, characteristics
								and
G-1H, 2H, 3H, 4H, 5H, 6H
installation procedures for programmable logic
								controls.
1, 2, 3, 4
XII-C-17
Social Studies
J. Interpret ladder diagrams.
1, 2, 3, 4
XII-C-18
G-1D-H1, 1D-H2, 1D-H4
L. Explain function, operation, and characteristics
								of timers,
C-1A-H1, 1A-H5
counters, and sequencers.
1, 2, 3, 4
XII-C-19
E-1A-H1, 1A-H2, 1A-H3, 1A-H6
M. Utilize appropriate manuals and information for
								start -up,
1B-H1, 1B-H2, 1B-H4, 1B-H5, 1B-H6
maintenance and testing.
1, 2, 3, 4
XII-C-20
N. Utilize schematics for manual starters,
								automatic starters,
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speed regulators and controllers.
1, 2, 3, 4
XII-C-21
PS-H-B1, E1, F1, F2, G1, G2, G3, G4, G5
IV. FUNCTIONS, OPERATIONS, AND
								CHARACTERISTICS
ESS-H-A1
OF SWITCHES AND RELAYS
XII-D
SE -H-A11, B1, B6, C2, C4, C5, D1, D2, D3,
A. Interpret schematics that include switches and
								relays.
1, 2, 3, 4
XII-D-1
D4, D5, D6
B. Explain and perform installation and connection
								methods
for various switch types.
1, 2, 3, 4
XII-D-2
C. Explain and perform installation and connection
								for
various relays.
1, 2, 3, 4
XII-D-3
D. Explain the function, operation, and
								characteristics of
electronic sensor and pilot devices.
1, 2, 3, 4
XII-D-4
E. Explain the function, operation, and
								characteristics of
control transformers.
1, 2, 3, 4
XII-D-5
V. MECHANICAL CONNECTIONS TO UTILIZE MOTORS
XII-E
English Language Arts (ELA)
A. Explain the operation of mechanical clutches
								and
1, 3, 4
ELA 1-H1, H3, H4, H5
magnetic drives.
XII-E-1
ELA 2-H2, H3
B. Explain the function, operation, characteristics
								and
ELA 3-H2, H3
installation of closed loop and open loop systems,
								feedback
ELA 4-H1, H2, H3, H4, H5, H6
controls, proportional controls, integral controls,
								and derivative
1, 3, 4
ELA 5-H1, H2, H3, H6
controls.
XII-E-2
ELA 7-H1, H2
C. Interpret block diagrams including control
								systems and
1, 3, 4
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devices.
XII-E-3
N-1H, 2H, 3H, 4H, 5H, 6H, 7H
D. Explain the function, operation, and
								characteristics of
1, 2, 3, 4
A-1H, 2H, 3H, 4H
sensors and transmitters.
XII-E-4
M-1H, 2H, 3H, 4H
VI. PROCESS CONTROL SYSTEMS DEVICES
XII-F
D-7H, 9H
A. Determine operating requirements followed by
								manual
1, 2, 3, 4
G-1H, 2H, 3H, 4H, 5H, 6H
and automatic controllers.
XII-F-1
B. Explain the function, operation, characteristics
								and
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installation of closed loop and open loop systems,
								feedback
G-1D-H1, 1D-H2, 1D-H4
controls, proportional controls, integral controls,
								and derivative
1, 2, 3, 4
C-1A-H1, 1A-H5
controls.
XII-F-2
E-1A-H1, 1A-H2, 1A-H3, 1A-H6
C. Interpret block diagrams including control
								systems and
1, 3, 4
1B-H1, 1B-H2, 1B-H4, 1B-H5, 1B-H6
devices.
XII-F-3
D. Explain the function, operation and
								characteristics of
1, 2, 3, 4
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sensors and transmitters
XII-F-4
PS-H-B1, E1, F1, F2, G1, G2, G3, G4, G5
ESS-H-A1
SE -H-A11, B1, B6, C2, C4, C5, D1,
D2, D3, D4, D5, D6
M.
				  Standard 13: Explain the Operation and Applications of Generators and Power
				  Supplies
Benchmarks
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National
Skill Standard
Academic Cross-Reference
								(Standard-Benchmark)
I. EXPLAIN ELECTROMOTIVE FORCE
1, 3, 4
XIII-A
English Language Arts (ELA)
II. PRINCIPLES OF GENERATING ELECTRICITY
XIII-B
ELA 1-H1, H3, H4, H5
A. Explain the construction, function, operation,
								and
ELA 2-H2, H3
characteristics of the AC generator.
1, 3, 4
XIII-B-1
ELA 3-H2, H3
B. Explain the construction, function, operation,
								and
ELA 4-H1, H2, H3, H4, H5, H6
characteristics of the DC generator.
1, 3, 4
XIII-B-2
ELA 5-H1, H2, H3, H6
C. Explain the " left hand rule" for
								generators.
1, 3, 4
XIII-B-3
ELA 7-H1, H2
D. Determine the RPM, frequency and number of poles
								on
Mathematics
a given generator.
1, 3, 4
XIII-B-4
N-1H, 2H, 3H, 4H, 5H, 6H, 7H
E. Explain three phase generator.
1, 3, 4
XIII-B-5
A-1H, 2H, 3H, 4H
F. Explain wye and delta windings.
1, 3, 4
XIII-B-6
M-1H, 2H, 3H, 4H
G. Explain three phase sine wave.
1, 2, 3, 4
XIII-B-7
D-7H, 9H
III. EXPLAIN TYPES, CONFIGURATIONS, AND
G-1H, 2H, 3H, 4H, 5H, 6H
OPERATION OF UNINTERRUPTIBLE POWER
1, 2, 3, 4
XIII-C
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SUPPLIES (UPS)
G-1D-H1, 1D-H2, 1D-H4
IV. EXPLAIN THE TYPES, CONFIGURATIONS, AND
C-1A-H1, 1A-H5
OPERATION OF BATTERY SYSTEMS USED FOR UPS
XIII-D
E-1A-H1, 1A-H2, 1A-H3, 1A-H6
SYSTEMS
1B-H1, 1B-H2, 1B-H4, 1B-H5, 1B-H6
Science
PS-H-B1, E1, F1, F2, G1, G2, G3, G4, G5
ESS-H-A1
SE -H-A11, B1, B6, C2, C4, C5, D1, D2, D3,
								D4,
D5, D6
N.
				  Standard 14: Explain the Operation, Selection and Use of Transformers
Benchmarks
Louisiana Foundation Skills
National
Skill Standard
Academic Cross-Reference
								Standard-Benchmark)
I. FUNCTION, OPERATION, AND
XIV-A
English Language Arts (ELA)
CHARACTERISTICS OF TRANSFORMERS
ELA 1-H1, H3, H4, H5
A. Explain the electrical principles
								governing
1, 2, 3, 4
XIV-A-1
ELA 2-H2, H3
transformer operation.
ELA 3-H2, H3
B. Explain the classification of transformer
								and
1, 2, 3
XIV-A-2
ELA 4-H1, H2, H3, H4, H5, H6
application criteria.
1, 2, 3
XIV-A-3
ELA 5-H1, H2, H3, H6
C. Explain transformer losses.
ELA 7-H1, H2
D. Determine ratios for voltage and amperage
								with
1, 2, 3
XIV-A-4
Mathematics
respect to turns.
N-1H, 2H, 3H, 4H, 5H, 6H, 7H
II. SELECTION AND INSTALLATION OF
								TRANFORMERS
1, 2, 3
XIV-B XIV-B-1
A-1H, 2H, 3H, 4H M-1H, 2H, 3H, 4H
A. Interpret nameplate information.
D-7H, 9H
B. Describe the techniques for sizing
								transformers
1, 2, 3
XIV-B-2
G-1H, 2H, 3H, 4H, 5H, 6H
(single and three phase).
Social Studies
C. Determine whether a transformer meets
								voltage,
1, 2, 3
XIV-B-3
G-1D-H1, 1D-H2, 1D-H4
current, and impedance requirements.
C-1A-H1, 1A-H5
D. Calculate voltages and currents for load
								and
1, 2, 3
XIV-B-4
E-1A-H1, 1A-H2, 1A-H3, 1A-H6
windings.
1, 2, 3
XIV-B-5
1B-H1, 1B-H2, 1B-H4, 1B-H5, 1B-H6
E. Determine the use of wye or delta wiring
								schemes.
Science
F. List and explain the steps for receiving and
								preparing
1, 2, 3
XIV-B-6
PS-H-B1, E1, F1, F2, G1, G2, G3, G4, G5
transformers for installation.
1, 2, 3
XIV-B-7
ESS-H-A1
G. Perform tests to assure proper operation.
SE -H-A11, B1, B6, C2, C4, C5, D1, D2, D3,
								D4,
H. Explain the proper techniques for connecting
								power
1, 2, 3
XIV-B-8
D5, D6
and load conductors.
I. Explain the methods for determining the proper
								types
1, 2, 3
XIV-B-9
and values of electrical protective devices.
1, 2, 3
XIV-B-10
J. Describe proper grounding procedures.
XIV-C
III. DISTRIBUTION SYSTEMS
A. Explain the function, operation, and
								characteristics of
1, 2, 3
XIV-C-1
various types of distribution systems.
1, 2, 3
XIV-C-2
B. Explain the criteria for selecting distribution
								systems.
O.
				  Standard 15: Personal Development of Electricians
Benchmarks
Louisiana Foundation Skills
National
Skill Standard
Academic Cross-Reference
								(Standard-Benchmark)
I. ORIENTATION
XV-A
English Language Arts (ELA)
A. Explain the organization of the industry from
								the
1, 2, 3
ELA 1-H1, H3, H4, H5
customer to the contractor.
XV-A-1
ELA 2-H2, H3
B. Explain the various organizations within the
								industry,
ELA 3-H2, H3
including those that represent manufacturers,
								distribution,
1, 2, 3
ELA 4-H1, H2, H3, H4, H5, H6
associations, and unions.
XV-A-2
ELA 5-H1, H2, H3, H6
II. METHODS OF WORKING WITH OTHERS
1, 2, 3, 4, 5
XV-B
ELA 7-H1, H2
A. Explain the three basis theories of
								motivation.
1, 2, 3, 4, 5
XV-B-1
Mathematics
B. Explain the need levels of humans.
1, 2, 3, 4, 5
XV-B-2
N-1H, 2H, 3H, 4H, 5H, 6H, 7H
C. Explain the role of the supervisors.
XV-B-3
A-1H, 2H, 3H, 4H
D. Explain the need for effective communication
								in
1, 2, 3, 4, 5
M-1H, 2H, 3H, 4H
electrical work.
XV-B-4
D-7H, 9H
III. ECONOMIC CONSIDERATIONS
XV-C
G-1H, 2H, 3H, 4H, 5H, 6H
A. Explain how the future of the worker is tied to
								that of
1, 2, 3
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the employer.
XV-C-1
G-1D-H1, 1D-H2, 1D-H4
B. Explain the electrical workers responsibility to
								the
1, 2, 3
C-1A-H1, 1A-H5
employer.
1, 2, 3, 4
XV-C-2
E-1A-H1, 1A-H2, 1A-H3, 1A-H6
C. Explain the costs of doing business.
1, 2, 3
XV-C-3
1B-H1, 1B-H2, 1B-H4, 1B-H5, 1B-H6
D. Explain the importance of satisfying the
								customers.
XV-C-4
Science
E. Explain the impact of job performance, behavior,
								and
1, 2, 3
PS-H-B1, E1, F1, F2, G1, G2, G3, G4, G5
appearance on the prospects for future work.
1, 2, 3
XV-C-5
ESS-H-A1
F. Explain the function of marketing within the
								field.
XV-C-6
SE -H-A11, B1, B6, C2, C4, C5, D1, D2,
D3, D4, D5, D6
P.
				  Standard 16: Explain Effective Jobsite Management Techniques
Benchmarks
Louisiana
Foundation
Skills
National
Skill Standard
Academic Cross-Reference
								(Standard-Benchmark)
I. COORDINATE TOOL NEEDS WITH OFFICE OF
								OTHER
1, 2, 3, 4
XVI-A
English Language Arts (ELA)
JOBS.
ELA 1-H1, H3, H4, H5
II. COORDINATE THE SCHEDULING OF JOBS WITH
								OTHER
1, 2, 3
XVI-B
ELA 2-H2, H3
CRAFTS.
1, 2, 3, 4
XVI-C
ELA 3-H2, H3
III. DEVELOP TIMETABLE AND PROGRESS CHART.
ELA 4-H1, H2, H3, H4, H5, H6
IV. COMPLETE TIME SHEETS, LOG, AND OTHER FORM
								OF
1, 2, 3, 4
XV-D
ELA 5-H1, H2, H3, H6
DOCUMENTATION.
ELA 7-H1, H2
V. EXPLAIN THE PROCEDURE OF OBTAINING
1, 2, 3
XVI-E
Mathematics
CLEARANCE OR PERMITS.
N-1H, 2H, 3H, 4H, 5H, 6H, 7H
VI. PERFORM INVENTORY AND COMPLETE ORDERS
								FOR
1, 2, 3
XVI-F
A-1H, 2H, 3H, 4H
EQUIPMENT ACCORDING TO JOB NEEDS.
M-1H, 2H, 3H, 4H
VII. DEVELOP ALTERNATIVE SOLUTION TO
								PROBLEMS
1, 2, 3
XVI-G
D-7H, 9H
AND CHOOSE THE MOST APPROPRIATE.
1, 2, 3
XVI-H
G-1H, 2H, 3H, 4H, 5H, 6H
VIII. PLAN AND ORGANIZE TASKS TO MEET
								DEADLINE.
1, 2, 3
XVI-I
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IX. SUPERVISE AND MONITOR OTHERS ON THE
								JOBSITE.
G-1D-H1, 1D-H2, 1D-H4
X. PICTURE THE WAY A JOB WILL APPEAR WHEN
1, 2, 3
XVI-J
C-1A-H1, 1A-H5
COMPLETED.
E-1A-H1, 1A-H2, 1A-H3, 1A-H6 1B-H1, 1B-H2, 1B-H4,
								1B-H5, 1B-H6
Science
PS-H-B1, E1, F1, F2, G1, G2, G3, G4, G5
ESS-H-A1
SE -H-A11, B1, B6, C2, C4, C5, D1, D2, D3,
D4, D5, D6
Q.
				  Standard 17: Explain and Perform Various Test Procedures with the Appropriate
				  Equipment
Benchmarks
Louisiana Foundation Skills
National
Skill Standard
Academic Cross-Reference
								(Standard-Benchmark)
I. STEPS USED FOR VARIOUS TEST PROCEDURES
1, 2, 3, 4
XVII-A
English Language Arts (ELA)
A. Perform acceptance testing of cable.
1, 2, 3, 4
XVII-A-1
ELA 1-H1, H3, H4, H5
B. Perform maintenance tests on generators.
1, 2, 3, 4
XVII-A-2
ELA 2-H2, H3
C. Perform insulation tests using the
								megohmmeter.
XVII-A-3
ELA 3-H2, H3
II. UTILIZING THE RESULTS OF TESTING
								PROCEDURES
1, 3, 4
XVII-B
ELA 4-H1, H2, H3, H4, H5, H6
A. Explain the special requirements for high
								voltage testing.
1, 2, 3, 4, 5
XVII-B-1
ELA 5-H1, H2, H3, H6
B. Describe the safety hazards encountered in
								testing.
XVII-B-2
ELA 7-H1, H2
C. Explain the characteristics and properties of
								high voltage
1, 2, 3, 4
Mathematics
cable and insulators.
XVII-B-3
N-1H, 2H, 3H, 4H, 5H, 6H, 7H
D. Perform appropriate test methods using
								various
1, 3, 4
A-1H, 2H, 3H, 4H
equipment.
XVII-B-4
M-1H, 2H, 3H, 4H
D-7H, 9H
G-1H, 2H, 3H, 4H, 5H, 6H
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G-1D-H1, 1D -H2, 1D-H4 C-1A-H1, 1A-H5 E-1A-H1,
								1A-H2, 1A-H3, 1A-H6 1B-H1, 1B-H2, 1B-H4, 1B-H5, 1B-H6
Science
PS-H-B1, E1, F1, F2, G1, G2, G3, G4, G5
ESS-H-A1
SE -H-A11, B1, B6, C2, C4, C5, D1, D2,
D3, D4, D5, D6
R.
				  Standard 18: Explain the Use of Electrical Specialty Systems
Benchmarks
Louisiana
Foundation
Skills
National
Skill Standard
Academic Cross-Reference
								(Standard-Benchmark)
I. FIRE ALARMS
XVIII-A
English Language Arts (ELA)
A. Explain the function, operation, and
								characteristics of
1, 2, 3
ELA 1-H1, H3, H4, H5
various types of fire alarm systems and
								components.
XVIII-A-1
ELA 2-H2, H3
B. Apply code requirements to fire alarm system
								design and
1, 2, 3, 4
ELA 3-H2, H3
construction.
XVIII-A-2
ELA 4-H1, H2, H3, H4, H5, H6
C. Explain the function, operation, and
								characteristics of alarm
1, 2, 3, 4
ELA 5-H1, H2, H3, H6
initiating and indicating devices.
1, 2, 3, 4
XVIII-A-3
ELA 7-H1, H2
D. Explain multiplexing of system
								components.
XVIII-A-4
Mathematics
E. Explain methods of providing fire protection for
								various
1, 2, 3, 4
N-1H, 2H, 3H, 4H, 5H, 6H, 7H
types of areas.
XVIII-A-5
A-1H, 2H, 3H, 4H
F. Select appropriate wiring methods and devices
								for various
1,2, 3, 4
M-1H, 2H, 3H, 4H
jobs and make installation.
1, 2, 3, 4
XVIII-A-6
D-7H, 9H
G. Use manuals and perform check out and start-up
								procedures.
XVIII-A-7
G-1H, 2H, 3H, 4H, 5H, 6H
H. Use manuals and determine system
								maintenance
1, 2, 3, 4
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requirements and for troubleshooting.
XVIII-A-8
G-1D-H1, 1D-H2, 1D-H4
II. SECURITY SYSTEMS
XVIII-B
C-1A-H1, 1A-H5
A. Explain the function, operation, and
								characteristics of
1, 2, 3, 4
E-1A-H1, 1A-H2, 1A-H3, 1A-H6
various types of security systems and
								components.
XVIII-B-1
1B-H1, 1B-H2, 1B-H4, 1B-H5, 1B-H6
B. Apply code requirements to security system
								design and
1, 2, 3, 4
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construction.
XVIII-B-2
PS-H-B1, E1, F1, F2, G1, G2, G3, G4, G5
C. Explain the function, operation, and
								characteristics of alarm
1, 2, 3, 4
ESS-H-A1
initiating and indicating devices.
1, 2, 3, 4
XVIII-B-3
SE -H-A11, B1, B6, C2, C4, C5, D1, D2,
D. Explain multiplexing of system
								components.
XVIII-B-4
D3, D4, D5, D6
E. Explain methods of providing security systems
								for various
1, 2, 3, 4
types of areas.
XVIII-B-5
F. Select appropriate wiring methods and devices
								and make
1, 2, 3, 4
installation.
1, 2, 3, 4
XVIII-B-6
G. Use manuals and perform check out and start-up
								procedures.
XVIII-B-7
H. Use manuals and determine system
								maintenance
1, 2, 3, 4
requirements and for troubleshooting.
XVIII-B-8
III. VOICE, DATA, AND SIGNALING SYSTEMS
XVIII-C
A. Explain the function, operation, and
								characteristics of
1, 2, 3, 4, 5
various types of voice, data, TV and signaling
								systems.
XVIII-C-1
B. Explain the proper cabling systems required for
								various
1, 3, 4
systems.
XVIII-C-2
C. Perform installation and connection techniques
								for cables
1, 3, 4
and devices.
XVIII-C-3
D. Explain how cable defects and installation
								errors can
1, 2, 3, 4
degrade data transfer.
1, 2, 3, 4
XVIII-C-4
E. Use manuals to install, test, start and check
								out systems.
XVIII-C-5
F. Use appropriate manuals and techniques for
								system
1, 2, 3, 4
maintenance and troubleshooting.
XVIII-C-6
IV. LIGHTNING PROTECTION SYSTEMS
XVIII-D
A. Explain the function, operation, and
								characteristics of
1, 2, 3, 4
lightning protection systems.
XVIII-D-1
B. Determine the sizing, layout and installation
								protection
1, 2, 3, 4
systems.
1, 2, 3, 4
XVIII-D-2
C. Apply Code requirements to lightning protection
								systems.
1, 2, 3, 4
XVIII-D-3
D. Determine the size of conductors and
								electrodes.
1, 2, 3, 4
XVIII-D-4
E. Install electrodes.
1, 2, 3, 4
XVIII-D-5
F. Install conductors and make connections to
								electrodes.
XVIII-D-6
V. FIBER OPTIC SYSTEMS
XVIII-E
A. Explain the function, operation, and
								characteristics of fiber
1, 2, 3, 4
optic cable.
XVIII-E-1
B. Demonstrate proper installation techniques such
								as the
2, 3, 4
installation of hardware and splicing and
								termination.
XVIII-E-2
C. Use appropriate manuals and equipment to perform
								systems
1, 2, 4
tests and troubleshooting procedures.
XVIII-E-3
VI. HEATING, AIR CONDITIONING, AND
								REFRIGERATION
XVIII-F
A. Explain the function, operation, and
								characteristics of
heating, air conditioning, and refrigeration
								systems and their
1, 2, 3, 4, 5
components.
XVIII-F-1
B. Explain the characteristics of heat energy,
								transfer and
1, 3, 4
measurement.
1, 3, 4
XVIII-F-2
C. Explain and contrast space and process
								healing.
XVIII-F-3
D. Compare and contrast the properties and
								characteristics of
1, 3, 4
refrigerant.
1, 3, 4
XVIII-F-4
E. Explain the appropriate piping techniques for
								refrigerants.
XVIII-F-5
F. Use appropriate manuals and equipment to perform
								system
1, 2, 3, 4
tests and troubleshooting procedures.
XVIII-F-6
AUTHORITY NOTE:
					 Promulgated in accordance with
					 R.S.
					 17:6(A)(10) and
					 R.S.
					 17:10.