Electrical Trades With advancements in technology driving increasingly complex installation techniques for wiring, safety and repair electricians are in high demand and will continue to be in the future. From designing lighting systems to installing street lights and intercom systems to learning about the latest renewable energy concepts including solar, wind and geothermal technologies this program provides the hands-on skill development and technical training you need to secure entrylevel employment (or higher) in the electrical trades field. Students in the Electrical Trades program at the Public Service Leadership Academy at Fowler will learn about: Key theories behind digital electronics and circuitry Installation of switches and receptacles Intricacies of wiring Connections and conductors CAREER OPPORTUNITIES: Electrician, Transmission Technician, Lineman, Residential Wireman 71
Course of Study Electrical Trades 9th Grade 10th Grade 11th Grade 12th Grade PSLA Exploratory (1 Credit CTE) Trades 100 ELT100 (1 Credit CTE) Trades 200 ELT200 (2 Credits CTE) Trades CTE Integrated CTE200 (1 Credit) Trades 300 ELT300 (2 Credits CTE) Trades CTE Integrated ELA CTE400 (1 Credit) DISTRICT REQUIREMENTS Students must complete Intro to Electrical Trades 100, 200 300 to challenge the course approved technical assessment. All students in 9th grade will receive and Financial Management and CTE Exploratory classes. Student will have earned the 11th grade integrated CTE math credit upon successful completion of the Intro to Electrical Trades 100 and 200. Students will have earned the 12th grade ELA credit upon successful completion of Electrical Trades 100, 200 and 300. Student will receive the CTE Endorsement upon successful completion of the Electrical Trades Program, passage of the prescribed technical assessment and completion of a commencement level project. Course Syllabus Introduction to Electrical Trades 72 COURSE DESCRIPTION Electrical Trades 100 is an introductory course designed to give students a general overview of the Electrical. This class is a pre-requisite for Electrical Trades 200 and 300. The course includes an introduction to career opportunities, basic workplace safety, and an introduction to the tools and materials in the electrical trades. COURSE OBJECTIVES 1. Students will know the different types of jobs available in the electrical field. 2. Students will know the importance and seriousness of safety when working with electricity. 3. Students will have a foundational knowledge of electrical hand and power tools and their uses. 4. Students will have a foundational knowledge of electrical materials and their purposes. INTEGRATED ACADEMICS N/A EQUIPMENT AND SUPPLIES School will provide: Complete set of electrical hand tools, power tools, and personal protective equipment. Student will provide: work boots or safety shoes TEXTBOOK Holzman, Harvey N. Modern Residential Wiring, 10th Edition. Tinely Park, IL: Goddheart-Willcox Co., Inc., 2015. (textbook and workbook) GRADING 20% Quizzes/Projects 10% Homework 50% Weekly Participation 20% Tests ADDITIONAL COURSE POLICIES Student attendance is very important due to the mandatory hours required for licensing. Therefore, the absentee policy is strictly enforced.
UNITS OF STUDY 1 Orientation Safety Course Calendar Introduction to Electrical Trades 2 ematical Fundamentals QUARTER 3 Power Tools and Safety Hand Tools and Safety Materials: Identification and Uses 4 Understanding Basic Blueprints Proper Installation of Switch and Receptacle Boxes Service and Distribution Theory Service Design and Installation Final Examination ELECTRICAL TRADES Time Frame CCLS,, WEEKS 1-12 Electrical Orientation Electrical Safety What are the expectations of the Electrical Trades program? What Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is used by electricians? What organizations create the rules and regulations for the electrical industry? Understand the expectations of the program Identify and demonstrate proper use of required PPE Explain OSHA safety requirements needed to work in the electrical industry Observation of student participation Practical exam on PPE Written exam on OSHA safety regulations before student can start the next unit s 1,2,3,4 AC 1,3 5,9 WEEKS 13-20 Electrical ematical Fundamentals What algebraic equations are needed to complete electrical tasks? Understand and apply formulas used regularly in the electrical industry Written exam on mathematical understandings (given pre and post to check students math levels) 2,4,8 AC 1 5,8,9 73
Time Frame WEEKS 21-23 Power Tools and Safety What power tools are used in the electrical trades? Where is information on the safe use of power tools found? What are the basic safety for using power tools? What should be done with damaged or broken power tools? Identify various power tools and their uses Identify where to find safety information for power tools Use electrical power tools safely and efficiently Explain for damaged or broken tools Written exam on power tools and safety Practical exam on power tools and safety Both assessments must be passed before student can go into work stations. 1,2,3,4,8 CCLS,, WHST.9-10.2,4 WEEKS 24-25 Hand Tools and Safety What hand tools are used in the electrical trades? What is the most important thing to look for when purchasing electrical hand tools? What are the basic safety for using power tools? Identify basic electrical tools and their uses Identify considerations of quality and function when purchasing electrical hand tools Use electrical hand tools safely and efficiently Formative assessment during lessons Written exam on hand tools and safety Practical exam on hand tools and safety 1,2,3,8 WEEKS 26-30 Electrical Materials: Identification and Uses What types of material are used in residential and commercial wiring? What is the National Electrical Code (NEC)? Identify the types of materials used in electrical wiring Understand the difference between residential and commercial electrical materials Install materials in accordance with the NEC Timed practical exam Timed visual exam 1,2,8 74
Time Frame WEEKS 31-33 Understanding Basic Blueprints Proper Installation of Switch and Receptacle Boxes What do blueprints represent? What components of blueprints are the most important? When using electrical blueprints what is the importance of the scale and legend? What is the proper procedure for installing switch and receptacle boxes? Understand the three major components of a blueprint Interpret a set of blueprints accurately Explain the proper procedure for installing switch and receptacle boxes Use a blueprint to correctly install a switch and receptacle Written exam Drawing exam Practical exam,6 CCLS,, ELECTRICAL TRADES WEEKS 34-36 Electrical Service and Distribution Theory What is the importance of Ohm s and Watt s Laws? How do Ohm s and Watt s Laws relate to NEC tables? What are the components of an electrical circuit? Explain the formulas in Ohm s and Watt s Laws, how and when to apply them and their relationship to NEC tables Perform calculations on an electrical circuit using Ohm s and Watt s Laws Break down an electrical circuit into its components Ohm s and Watts Law problem scenario lab 5,8,9 WEEKS 37-39 Electrical Service Design and Installation What is electrical service? How do you calculate the size of electrical service? What are the differences between overhead and underground services per NEC? Explain what materials are used for different types of electrical services Calculate the size of electrical service Explain the differences between overhead and underground services Lay out and install a residential electrical service per blueprint, NEC, and Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ) Written exam Practical exam,6 3,4, 75
Time Frame WEEK 40 Final Examination What knowledge and skills are needed to pass the final exam? Review for written final for hands-on assessment of core electrical tasks on safety and construction Cumulative final exam Practical assessment,6 3,4, CCLS,, 76