APR 127E - Advanced Electrical II

4 Credit(s)

Prerequisite(s):

Registered Apprentice.

Course Description: This course is designed for the Inside Wireman Electrical Apprentice. Instruction includes Residential code calculations, motors, generators, transformers, blueprint reading, branch circuits, ampacity, and conduit fill.

Course Learning Outcomes:

CLO#1: Perform inside wiring calculations using code requirements for: Branch Circuits, Motor Control Circuits, Ampacities, Branch Circuits, Motors, Feeder Taps, Box Fill, Conductor Sizing, Dwelling Unit Services Calculations. (ILO: Quantitative Literacy and Reasoning)
CLO#2: Explain motor circuits, motor control circuits, motor connections and steps in motor troubleshooting.
CLO#3: Explain generator circuits, generator connections, and steps in troubleshooting generator power problems.
CLO#4: Explain transformer purpose and operation.
CLO#5: Transpose blueprints to functional circuitry that include electrical symbols and electrical schematics.

Typical Required and Recommended Equipment and Materials: Calculator, ruler and notebook.

ACTI Code and Course Type
230 Career / Tech Apprenticeship

Length of Course:
A required state minimum of (40) and a standard RCC delivery of (44) lecture hours per term, not to exceed (48) hours per term.