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Standards |
Updated: 07/28/05
ELT 106 - Electrical Prints, Schematics, and Symbols
Introduces electrical symbols and their use in construction blueprints, electrical schematics, and diagrams. Topics include: electrical symbols, component identification, print reading and scales and measurement.
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Electrical Symbols |
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3 |
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Component Identification |
D. Lab |
2 |
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Print |
P. Lab/O.B.I. |
0 |
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Scales
and Measurement |
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4 |
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Prerequisite: IFC 100, IFC 101 |
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Corequisite: |
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Course Guide |
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Competency |
After completing this section, the student will: |
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D.Lab |
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ELECTRICAL SYMBOLS |
8 |
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Identification |
Identify electrical symbols. |
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Match symbols to electrical components. |
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International symbols |
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Discuss differences between international and U.S. symbols. |
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COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION |
8 |
4 |
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Identification |
Identify components on blueprints. |
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PRINT READING |
14 |
12 |
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Interpretation |
Interpret electrical blueprint and schematic specifications. |
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Electrical installation plans |
Plan an electrical installation from electrical blueprint and schematic specifications. |
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Architectural and mechanical symbols |
Identify framing, air conditioning, and plumbing symbols. |
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Identify major framing components. |
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Discuss appropriate and inappropriate cutting, sawing, and boring procedures when installing electrical wiring and fixtures. |
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Scales and Measurement |
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Suggested Resources |
Adams, J., & Rockmaker, G. Industrial electricity: Principles and practices. New York: McGraw-Hill.
Baitch, T. Electrical technology. New York: John Wiley & Sons.
Court, M. Lab manual for first course in electrical technology. New York: John Wiley & Sons.
Hawkins, H. M. Residential wiring: Concepts and practices. North Scituate, MA: Brenton.
Holzman, H. N. Modern residential wiring. South Holland, IL: Goodheart -Willcox.
Hughes, E. Electrical technology. New York: John Wiley & Sons.
Schram, P. J., & Murray, R. H. The national electrical code. Quincy, MA: National Fire Protection Association.