Lab 4.2

Lab 4.2 (Overhead Lighting Installation)

Intent

In this activity, students will be able to connect and terminate MC cable for fixture-to-fixture connections.

Outcomes:

Students will be able to:

  • Apply previous knowledge of construction hand tools & power tools

  • Properly hang and secure a 2’x2’ lay in light fixture

  • Connect and terminate MC cable for fixture-to-fixture connections

Tools & Material:

  • Proper PPE

  • Tape measure

  • Wire Stripper, MC Cutter

  • Phillips head screwdriver

  • MC cable, mc snap in connector, and wire nuts


I Do...

Instructor will:

  • Emphasize safety and check for proper PPE throughout the process

  • Explain when where and why MC cable is used.

  • Demonstrate how to properly cut, strip and install MC cable.

  • Demonstrate how to install overhead lighting in a 2x2 grid.

  • Demonstrate how to connect and terminate MC cable for fixture-to-fixture connections.

Students will:

  • Actively listen

  • Take notes

  • Asks for clarification as needed


We Do...

Instructor will:

  • Emphasize safety and check for proper PPE throughout the process

  • Place students in groups of 2-3

  • Assist each group as they safely and accurately cut and strip MC cable to be used for overhead lighting installation.

  • Assist each group while they properly and safely hang two lights in 2x2 ceiling grid.

  • Assist each group as they connect and terminate MC cable for fixture-to-fixture connections.

  • Provide feedback as needed.


Students will:

  • Demonstrate proper safety techniques while wearing required PPE.

  • With assistance, safely and accurately cut and strip MC cable to be used for overhead lighting installation.

  • With assistance, safely and accurately hang two lights in 2x2 ceiling grid.

  • With assistance, group as they connect and terminate MC cable for fixture-to-fixture connections.

You Do...

Instructor will:

  • Emphasize safety and check for proper PPE throughout the process

  • Facilitate student progress and give advice/instruction as needed.


Students will:

  • Demonstrate proper safety techniques while wearing required PPE.

  • Safely and accurately cut and strip MC cable to be used for overhead lighting installation.

  • Safely and accurately hang two lights in 2x2 ceiling grid.

  • Safely and correctly connect and terminate MC cable for fixture-to-fixture connections.