BCT 112 - Basic Electricity

Credits: 3

Description: This course is designed to introduce the student to electrical safety, hardware and calculations associated with wiring a home. It also gives the basic photovoltaic energy introduction. This course gives the student theory, procedure techniques and laboratory assignments to make the student comfortable with home electrical repair or gives the student basic knowledge to pursue a career in electrical contracting. The students will be introduced to blueprint reading, power panel and wire sizing along with installing flex and rigid conduit. The students will pull wire and install receptacles. Students will wire and generate solar power from PV modules.

Transferable
Transferable to CSU only

General Education:
Not approved for General Education

Student Learning Outcomes:

Demonstrate safety associated in the electrical trade and pass the safety exam with a grade of 80
Bend and install electrical conduit with minimal waste.
Install conductors for rough-in using proper sized conductors.
Correctly use a multimeter to troubleshoot ground faults.

Total Course In-Class (Contact) Hours: 90
Course Duration (Weeks): 18
Weekly Student Hours (In-Class) Lecture Hours: 2
Weekly Student Hours (In-Class) Lab Hours: 3