ELEC 115 - electrical Codes And Ordinances

Institution:

Antelope Valley College

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Description:

4 units 4 hours weekly Prerequisite: Completion of ELEC 110 (formerly TECH 120) or concurrent enrollment. Advisory: Eligibility for ENGL 099, READ 099, and MATH 070. Familiarization with the electrical codes used in California including technical requirements, governing bodies and enforcement. A residential setting will be used to teach code requirements. The class will cover 50 percent of the National Electrical Code (NEC) and will build on the students foundation of knowledge and skills to maintain or modify the electrical system in a residence. Close adherence to the NEC will be observed, resulting in safe wiring practices. Basic formulas necessary to understand electrical theory and applications are presented as they are needed throughout the class. (AVC) ( R1) circuits in a commercial/industrial setting. Construction activities will cover: tool identification and use, material identification, blueprint/symbol identification, conduit bending, wire pulling, rigging and electrical test instruments. Close attention will be paid to the National Electrical Code requirements with emphasis on installation of electrical equipment and controls. Records of amps, volts, and watts will be kept. Students will be instructed on how to use this information for optimum utilization of power in the commercial/industrial setting. Formulas necessary to understand the electrical theory and applications will be presented as they are needed throughout the class. (AVC)

Credits:

4.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.avc.edu

Phone Number:

(661) 722-6300

Regional Accreditation:

Western Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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