APR 127A - Electrical Theory I

4 Credit(s)

Prerequisite(s):

Registered Apprentice.

Course Description: Familiarizes the beginning electrical apprentice with both practical and theoretical aspects of electricity and electrical circuits.

Course Learning Outcomes:

CLO#1: Demonstrate basic math, algebra, scientific notation, and scientific calculator functions in simple electrical calculations and basic applications. (ILO: Quantitative Literacy and Reasoning)
CLO#2: Demonstrate Electrical Safety and Safe Work Practices basic to all electricians.
CLO#3: Explain atomic structure and the theory of electricity, how electricity is produced, how electricity is measured, and the effects of electrical current flow. (ILO: Critical Thinking)
CLO#4: Define terminology common to the electrical trade.
CLO#5: Define characteristics of series circuits, parallel circuits and capacitors.
CLO#6: Explain the importance of the Oregon State Statutes and Administrative rules and how they apply to the Electrical Trade, the current NFPA National Electrical Code and various indexes and electrical references.

Typical Required and Recommended Equipment and Materials: Scientific 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.