Lab 4.3
Lab 4.3 (Underground Wiring)
Intent
In this activity, students will be able pull multiple wires through 20' of 1/2" pvc pipe and connect a gang bell box on each end.
Outcomes:
Students will be able to:
Properly and safely use fishtape to pull wire through 20' of PVC
Install a gang bell box
Tools and Materials
(2) ¾” PVC - 10’
(2) 90-degree PVC Connectors
(2) ¾” Male Adapters
(2) Bell Box with ¾” KOs
Fish tape
PVC Glue
I Do...
Instructor will:
Emphasize safety and check for proper PPE throughout the process.
Explain when where and why underground wiring is needed.
Demonstrate how to connect pvc pipe properly and safely for underground wiring.
Demonstrate how to properly use a fish tape
Demonstrate how to pull wire through 20’ of pvc
Demonstrate how to install a Bell Box
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.
Facilitate student progress and give advice/instruction as needed.
Students will:
Demonstrate proper safety techniques while wearing required PPE.
Connect pvc pipe properly and safely for underground wiring with instructor assistance.
Pull wire through 20’ of PVC using a fish tape and instructor assistance as needed.
Properly and safely install a Bell Box with instructor assistance as needed.
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.