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.