ELECTRICAL TECHNOLOGY

ELECTRICAL TECHNOLOGY I 769  

1 credit 

The Electrical Technology and Renewable Energy Sources program introduces students to the skills needed to become an electrician. The program is certified by the National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER). In year one, students will be introduced to basic electricity, series and parallel circuits, basic electrical theory, hand tools, power tools, and basic materials and methods. Students will also learn to read and understand basic electrical construction drawing plans. 

ELECTRICAL TECHNOLOGY II 779 

1 credit 

The focus of year two instruction is residential and commercial wiring and the equipment associated with different aspects of the electrical system. Residential service requirements will also be covered. Students will be introduced to the National Electrical Code (NEC) and will begin to use it as a reference. AC power generation theory and equipment and energy saving practices will be introduced. 

ELECTRICAL TECHNOLOGY III 789

1 credit 

Students will learn to properly size and select appropriate equipment for proper voltage and amperages based on the National Electrical Code (NEC) requirements. Students will learn the skills needed for major electrical installations, such as installing coupling, and connecting raceways. Motor theory, electric lighting, grounding and bonding, pull and junction boxes, fire alarms, security systems, and troubleshooting are also included. This course will fulfill the RIDE Readiness-Based Graduation Requirements for financial literacy.

ELECTRICAL TECHNOLOGY IV 799  

2 credits    

Students will learn about advanced installations of commercial and industrial equipment, including motors and controls in order to recognize and understand the differences in each setting. Alternative and renewable energy technologies will be introduced to prepare our students in up and coming green technologies. Students will learn how to calculate the amount of electricity needed in order to properly size for new service installations in alignment with the National Electrical Code (NEC) requirements.