Standard

ELT 151 – Grounding and Bonding

Course Description:

Presents the theory and practical applications for grounding and bonding systems. Emphasis will be placed on the use of the requirements of the National Electrical Code. Topics include: branch circuit grounding, equipment grounding/bonding, service grounding/bonding, and earth connections.

Competency Areas:	Hours
Branch circuit grounding	Class	2
Equipment grounding/bonding	D. Lab	2
Service grounding/bonding	P. Lab/O.B.I.	0
Earth connections	Credit	3
Prerequisite: Program admission
Corequisite:
Course Guide

Competency	After completing this section, the student will:	Hours
		Class	D. Lab	P. Lab/ O.B.I.
BRANCH CIRCUIT GROUNDING		5	5	0
	Discuss the purpose of grounding
	Identify minimum general requirements for equipment grounding conductors using the NEC
	Discuss enclosure and equipment grounding
	Determine minimum equipment grounding conductor size in accordance with the NEC
	Identify proper grounding connection techniques
EQUIPMENT GROUNDING/BONDING		5	5	0
	Understand requirements for maintaining continuity of ground-fault path
	Choose proper grounding/bonding fittings
	Size bonding jumpers using the NEC
SERVICE GROUNDING/BONDING		5	5	0
	Discuss the methods utilized for service equipment grounding and bonding
	Understand the function of the grounding electrode conductor
	Size the grounding electrode conductor in accordance with the NEC
	Determine appropriate protection requirements for the grounding electrode conductor using the NEC
EARTH CONNECTIONS		5	5	0
	Recognize made grounding electrodes
	Install made grounding electrodes using various connection techniques for bonding/grounding continuity
	Identify piping and structural systems employed for grounding/bonding
	Discuss the “Ufer” ground method

Suggested Resources

Books:

National Electrical Code, National Fire Protection Association, Quincy, Ma 02209. http://www.nfpa.org/