CAREER PATHWAY ELECTRICAL OCCUPATIONS CIP Code 46.0399 Pennsylvania's Targeted Industry Cluster: Architecture & Construction
Potential Careers 47-1011 Supervisors-Construction Trades & Extraction Workers 49-2098 Security & Fire Alarm Systems Installers 47-2111 Electricians 49-9051 Electrical Power-Line Installers & Repairers 47-3013 Helpers - Electricians 49-9097 Signal & Track Switch Repairers 49-1011 Supervisors-Mechanics, Installers & Repairers National and State Occupational Outlook Trends (Based on Department of Labor and Industry Reports) United States Pennsylvania Employment 2011 Median Annual Percent Change ¹Job Openings 2010 2020 Wage Electricians 577,000 710,600 +23% 28,920 $49,300 Employment 2011 Median Annual Percent Change ¹Job Openings 2008 2018 Wage Electricians 26,350 26,350 N/A 680 $51,100 ¹Job Openings refers to the average annual job openings due to growth and net replacement Electrical Occupations Professionals Maintain current electrician's license or identification card to meet governmental regulations. Connect wires to circuit breakers, transformers, or other components. Repair or replace wiring, equipment, or fixtures, using hand tools or power tools. Assemble, install, test, or maintain electrical or electronic wiring, equipment, appliances, apparatus, or fixtures, using hand tools or power tools. Test electrical systems or continuity of circuits in electrical wiring, equipment, or fixtures, using testing devices, such as ohmmeters, voltmeters, or oscilloscopes, to ensure compatibility and safety of system. Use a variety of tools or equipment, such as power construction equipment, measuring devices, power tools, and testing equipment, such as oscilloscopes, ammeters, or test lamps. Plan layout and installation of electrical wiring, equipment, or fixtures, based on job specifications and local codes. Inspect electrical systems, equipment, or components to identify hazards, defects, or the need for adjustment or repair, and to ensure compliance with codes. Direct or train workers to install, maintain, or repair electrical wiring, equipment, or fixtures. Diagnose malfunctioning systems, apparatus, or components, using test equipment and hand tools to locate the cause of a breakdown and correct the problem. Skills and Abilities Troubleshooting Determining causes of operating errors and deciding what to do about it. Repairing Repairing machines or systems using the needed tools. Active Listening Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times. Critical Thinking Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems. Operation Monitoring Watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working properly. Quality Control Analysis Conducting tests and inspections of products, services, or processes to evaluate quality or performance. Active Learning Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future problem-solving and decision-making. Complex Problem Solving Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions. Equipment Maintenance Performing routine maintenance on equipment and determining when and what kind of maintenance is needed. Judgment and Decision Making Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one. Problem Sensitivity The ability to tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong. It does not involve solving the problem, only recognizing there is a problem. Manual Dexterity The ability to quickly move your hand, your hand together with your arm, or your two hands to grasp, manipulate, or assemble objects. Visual Color Discrimination The ability to match or detect differences between colors, including shades of color and brightness. Arm-Hand Steadiness The ability to keep your hand and arm steady while moving your arm or while holding your arm and hand in one position. Deductive Reasoning The ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that make sense. Finger Dexterity The ability to make precisely coordinated movements of the fingers of one or both hands to grasp, manipulate, or assemble very small objects. Near Vision The ability to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer). Inductive Reasoning The ability to combine pieces of information to form general rules or conclusions (includes finding a relationship among seemingly unrelated events). Information Ordering The ability to arrange things or actions in a certain order or pattern according to a specific rule or set of rules (e.g., patterns of numbers, letters, words, pictures, mathematical operations). Multilimb Coordination The ability to coordinate two or more limbs (for example, two arms, two legs, or one leg and one arm) while sitting, standing, or lying down. It does not involve performing the activities while the whole body is in motion.
Character Traits for Workplace Success Dependability Job requires being reliable, responsible, and dependable, and fulfilling obligations. Attention to Detail Job requires being careful about detail and thorough in completing work tasks. Cooperation Job requires being pleasant with others on the job and displaying a good-natured, cooperative attitude. Adaptability/Flexibility Job requires being open to change (positive or negative) and to considerable variety in the workplace. Analytical Thinking Job requires analyzing information and using logic to address work-related issues and problems. Integrity Job requires being honest and ethical. Leadership Job requires a willingness to lead, take charge, and offer opinions and direction. Stress Tolerance Job requires accepting criticism and dealing calmly and effectively with high stress situations. Initiative Job requires a willingness to take on responsibilities and challenges. Independence Job requires developing one's own ways of doing things, guiding oneself with little or no supervision, and depending on oneself to get things done. Stress Tolerance Job requires accepting criticism and dealing calmly and effectively with high stress situations. Somerset County Technology Center - Program of Study/Units of Instruction (3-Year Program) Unit Number & Title 100 Basic Safety 1000 Wired Devices 200 Hand Tools 1100 Testing Equipment 300 Power Tools 1200 Electrical Service 400 Blueprint Reading 1300 National Electrical Code 500 Anchors and Supports 1400 Green Technology 600 Residential Cabling Technology 1700 Motor Control 700 Switches and Receptacles Circuits 1800 Industrial Motor Control 800 Fixtures 2000 PLC Trainer 900 Raceways 2100 S Professional Development Program High School Courses Recommended For Career And Technical Education Students 9th Grade 10th Grade 11th Grade 12th Grade English I English II English III English IV Algebra I or Geometry Geometry or Algebra II Algebra II, Trigonometry or Pre-Calculus Biology I Chemistry I Physics AP Science Pre-Calculus, Trigonometry or Calculus Geography/State History World History American History Economics/Government Required Electives: PE, Art/Music, Foreign Language, Computer Technology Required Electives: PE, Foreign Language, Computer Technology Career and Technology Scope and Sequence Required Electives: PE Career and Technology Scope and Sequence Required Electives: PE Career and Technology Scope and Sequence Program s Math Skill Level Students must be able to complete math curriculum (10th 12th) that incorporates a basic understanding of fractions, decimals, percentages, basic algebra, and some geometry.
Certifications/Licensures Pennsylvania Skills Certificate (NOCTI) OSHA 10 Continuing Education/College Options Articulation Agreements Additional College/Continuing Education Options Harrisburg Area Community College Johnson College Orleans Technical Institute Rosedale Technical Institute Students who complete the Electrical Occupations curriculum can earn college credit. SCTC s Electrical Occupations program has articulation agreements with colleges across Pennsylvania through the SOAR program. For more information on the SOAR program, please visit: http://www.techlinkpa.com Prerequisites, Safety, and Equipment Requirements Work boot/shoe. Cotton clothing Industry/Shop safety requirements will be presented first day of class. Must receive 100% on a written safety test to proceed. Safety shoes and clothes requirements must be obeyed. Working knowledge of shop rules, hand tools, etc. Program Details Theory Structure Instructor lecture approximately 2 hours per week Textbook and Supplemental Reading Materials Residential Motor control Core Curriculum On line exercises Various other books such as the National Electric Code Lab Experience Electrical design work to follow competencies Live work as permitted Homework Students are required to complete tasks with in set completion dates. At times this requires students to complete tasks outside the school day. Co-op Requirements (Grades 11-12) Satisfactory attendance records. C average Instructor s recommendation. Transportation
CUSTOMIZED ASSESSMENT BLUEPRINT ELECTRICAL POWER AND TRANSMISSION INSTALLERS PA Test Code: 7747 Version: 01 Specific competencies and skills tested in this assessment: Basic Safety Identify career and training opportunities Identify causes of job site accidents Identify job site hazards Working safely with job hazards Identify safe methods and equipment of aerial work Demonstrate basic fire safety Demonstrate basic electrical safety Perform Lock-out/Tag-out Demonstrate scaffold and ladder safety Construction Math Problem solving using whole numbers Problem solving using fractions Problem solving using decimal numbers Convert decimals, fractions, and percents Problem solving using the metric system Calculate basic construction problems using geometry formulas Calculate basic construction problems using algebraic formulas Hand Tools Recognize, identify, and safely use hammers and screwdrivers Recognize, identify, and safely use pliers and wire cutters Recognize, identify, and safely use saws and chisels Identify and safely use hydraulic tool systems Power Tools Recognize, identify, and safely use drills and saws Identify and safely use an electric hammer drill Identify and safely use a reciprocating saw Identify and safely use a portable hand-held band saw Identify and safely use a circular saw Identify and safely use an electric/cordless drill Identify and safely use a portable jig saw 1
Electrical Power and Transmission Installers PA (continued) Testing Equipment Identify and safely use a multimeter Identify and safely use a continuity tester Identify and safely use a plug-in circuit tester Identify and safely use a clamp-on ammeter Blueprint Reading Identify types of blueprint plans Identify blueprint symbols Interpret blueprint plans Plan branch circuits for blueprint development Incorporate electrical details to residential blueprint Residential Cabling Technology Define residential networks Identify structured media-systems Design and plan layout of low voltage circuits services Anchors and Supports Identify and install various types of anchors and supports Raceways Install Electrical Metallic Tubing (EMT) Install Poly-Vinyl Chloride conduit (PVC) Identify surface metal and non-metal raceways (Wiremold ) Identify flexible raceway Demonstrate the five bends (90, offset, 3-point saddle, 4-point saddle, kick) used for conduit raceways Cable Types and Installations Install Non-Metallic (NM) cable for connection to an electrical device Install metal-clad cable (MC) Install telecommunications (Category 5e, 6, 7 cabling) cable Install a telephone circuit Install a television circuit Install rough wiring in a residence Install finish wiring Switches and Receptacles Circuits Install a duplex receptacle Install a single pole switch Install a 3-way switch Install a 4-way switch Install a split-wired duplex receptacle Install a Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI) receptacle Install an Arc Fault Circuit Interrupter (AFCI) Install a timer circuit Install various special switches and receptacles Fixtures Install surface-mounted lighting fixtures Install recessed lighting fixtures 2
Electrical Power and Transmission Installers PA (continued) Wired Devices Install a hard-wired smoke detector Green Technology Identify renewable energy resources Identify and safely use energy saving devices Electrical Service Install a 100-amp overhead service Identify a 100-amp underground service National Electrical Code Identify NEC publisher Identify code cycle Identify purpose of NEC Identify layout of NEC 3
Electrical Power and Transmission Installers PA (continued) Written Assessment: Administration Time: 3 hours Number of Questions: 198 Areas covered: 10% Basic Safety 5% Construction Math 5% Hand Tools 9% Power Tools 5% Testing Equipment 5% Blueprint Reading 3% Residential Cabling Technology 1% Anchors and Supports 9% Raceways 10% Cable Types and Installations 13% Switches and Receptacles Circuits 4% Fixtures 1% Wired Devices 2% Green Technology 6% Electrical Service 12% National Electrical Code Sample Questions: OSHA is a federal agency governing A. occupational safety B. housing for the poor C. minimum wages D. zoning laws When using power tools, proper ground fault protection prevents A. excessive noise B. electrical shock C. losing grip D. cutting into electrical wires What symbol is normally used for duplex receptacles? A. circle with two parallel lines drawn through it B. circle with one line drawn through it C. square box with an X drawn inside D. square box with the letter R next to it 4
Electrical Power and Transmission Installers PA (continued) The standard length for sections of electrical tubing or conduit is A. 6 feet B. 8 feet C. 10 feet D. 12 feet The ''S'' symbol is represents what type of switch? A. single pole B. four-way C. three-way D. dimmer Performance Assessment: Administration Time: 3 hours Number of Jobs: 2 Areas Covered: 76% Switch Controls, Conduit Bending, and GFCI Receptacles Draw product wiring diagram; select appropriate material; installation of boxes; wiring installation methods; installation of device; functionality; accuracy of measurement; proper bending and cutting techniques; installation of conductors; installation of GFCI and safety/workmanship. 24% Doorbell Circuit Identify and select components; installation of components; functionality and safety/workmanship. Sample Job: Maximum Job Time: Participant Activity: Doorbell Circuit 40 minutes Participant will select the necessary tools, equipment, instruments, and materials; follow the Job 2 overview provided; complete all installations in accordance with the NEC; installations should be consistent with electrical codes. 5