Standard |
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, and print reading.
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Electrical Symbols |
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3 |
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Component Identification |
D. Lab |
1 |
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Print Reading |
P. Lab/O.B.I. |
0 |
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Credit |
3 |
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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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Class |
D.Lab |
P.Lab/ O.B.I. |
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ELECTRICAL SYMBOLS |
8 |
2 |
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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
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8 |
2 |
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Identification |
Identify components on blueprints. |
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PRINT READING |
14 |
6 |
0 |
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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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Suggested Resources |
Adams, J., &
Rockmaker, G. (1985). Industrial
electricity: Principles and practices (3rd ed.). New York: McGraw-Hill.
Baitch, T. (1984). Electrical technology. New York: John
Wiley & Sons.
Court, M. (1988). Lab manual for first course in electrical
technology. New York: John Wiley & Sons.
Hawkins, H. M. (1983).
Residential wiring: Concepts and
practices. North Scituate, MA: Brenton.
Holzman, H. N. (1986).
Modern residential wiring. South
Holland, IL: Goodheart-Willcox.
Hughes, E. (1987). Electrical technology (6th ed.). New
York: John Wiley & Sons.
Schram, P. J., & Murray, R. H. (1987). The national electrical code (4th ed.). Quincy,
MA: National Fire Protection Association.