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Perform load calculations for feeders and services in accordance with the National Electrical Code
Assessment Strategies
Oral, Written and/or Skill Assessment
Criteria
Calculate total connected loads for feeders and services using NEC Article 220 methods
Determine conductor sizes and overcurrent protection ratings by applying standard demand factors
Verify that service calculations meet both NEC requirements and OSHA job-site safety standards
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Apply specialized electrical requirements for health care facility environments
Assessment Strategies
Oral, Written and/or Skill Assessment
Criteria
Identify the specific requirements for patient care spaces as defined by NFPA 99 and NEC Article 517
Construct wiring systems for critical and life safety branches to ensure circuit segregation
Install redundant grounding and bonding systems required for sensitive patient care areas
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Install standby and emergency power systems
Assessment Strategies
Oral, Written and/or Skill Assessment
Criteria
Classify power systems as Emergency, Legally Required Standby, or Optional Standby per NEC definitions
Size backup generators and transfer switches based on peak load requirements and inrush current
Test system operation to ensure the automatic restoration of power to critical loads within code-mandated timeframes
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Diagnose electrical control circuits using basic electronic theory
Assessment Strategies
Oral, Written and/or Skill Assessment
Criteria
Test electronic components (e.g., diodes, capacitors, transistors) to determine their functional status in a circuit
Measure voltage, current, and resistance in solid-state systems using a digital multimeter
Isolate faults in electronic control boards by comparing measured values to theoretical design specifications
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Install fire alarm systems according to code specifications
Assessment Strategies
Oral, Written and/or Skill Assessment
Criteria
Wire initiating devices and notification appliances to a fire alarm control panel (FACP) per NFPA 72
Distinguish between power-limited and non-power-limited fire alarm circuits for proper cable routing
Perform a system functional test to verify communication between sensors and notification devices
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Configure specialty transformer installations
Assessment Strategies
Oral, Written and/or Skill Assessment
Criteria
Connect specialty transformers (e.g., buck-boost, isolation, or autotransformers) for specific voltage requirements
Size overcurrent protection and grounding conductors for transformers using NEC Article 450
Measure primary and secondary values to diagnose performance issues or safety hazards
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Implement essential safety practices for electrical and construction environments
Assessment Strategies
Oral, Written and/or Skill Assessment
Criteria
Setup warning line systems and fall protection equipment for scaffold work
Inspect stairways, ladders, and rails for compliance with safety standards prior to use
Monitor air quality and carbon monoxide levels when operating temporary heating or internal combustion equipment
Execute safe work practices for abrasive wheels and high-heat operations (welding/cutting)
Rig materials for hoisting and storage using industry-standard weight-rating and securing techniques
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Install DC electric vehicle charging systems
Assessment Strategies
Oral, Written and/or Skill Assessment
Criteria
EV charging equipment is installed in compliance with NEC Article 625 standards
Demonstrate safe handling of high-voltage DC equipment, including proper discharge and isolation checks
Diagnose system faults by interpreting manufacturer-specific error codes and diagnostic data
Map the integration points between EV chargers, battery storage units, and solar PV arrays