Course

50-413-784 Grounding, Terminations and Intro to Renewable Energy
Course Information
Description
Course competencies include conductor terminations and splices, methods and practices for installing electrical devices, and applying NEC requirements to various installations. Apprentices will also be introduced to grounding and bonding, overcurrent protective devices, and cable trays. Electrical safety work practices and applicable electrical codes will be reinforced. This course aligns with the second half of the NCCER level 2 curriculum for construction electricians. In addition, an introduction to photovoltaic, wind, water, geothermal and other renewable energy applications will be explored.
Total Credits
2
Course Competencies (Course Outcomes)
  1. Examine the methods and procedures used in the selection and installation of pull and junction boxes
    Assessment Strategies
    Oral, Written and/or Skill Assessment
    Introduction to Grounding & Electrical Terminations Worksheet
    Criteria
    apprentice uses terms accurately
    apprentice applies concepts correctly
    apprentice references resources
    apprentice completes worksheet on time
    apprentice submits worksheet to the instructor for review and approval
    worksheet is complete
    worksheet is accurate
    worksheet is grammatically correct and error free
    worksheet answers are clear and concise
    worksheet answers are neat and readable

  2. Compare the tools, materials, and techniques used in conductor installations.
    Assessment Strategies
    Oral, Written and/or Skill Assessment
    Introduction to Grounding & Electrical Terminations Worksheet
    Criteria
    apprentice uses terms accurately
    apprentice applies concepts correctly
    apprentice references resources
    apprentice completes worksheet on time
    apprentice submits worksheet to the instructor for review and approval
    worksheet is complete
    worksheet is accurate
    worksheet is grammatically correct and error free
    worksheet answers are clear and concise
    worksheet answers are neat and readable

  3. Apply types of cable trays and their components to the NEC® requirements for cable tray installations.
    Assessment Strategies
    Oral, Written and/or Skill Assessment
    Introduction to Grounding & Electrical Terminations Worksheet
    Criteria
    apprentice uses terms accurately
    apprentice applies concepts correctly
    apprentice references resources
    apprentice completes worksheet on time
    apprentice submits worksheet to the instructor for review and approval
    worksheet is complete
    worksheet is accurate
    worksheet is grammatically correct and error free
    worksheet answers are clear and concise
    worksheet answers are neat and readable

  4. Summarize the methods and procedures used when making conductor terminations and splices
    Assessment Strategies
    Oral, Written and/or Skill Assessment
    Introduction to Grounding & Electrical Terminations Worksheet
    Criteria
    apprentice uses terms accurately
    apprentice applies concepts correctly
    apprentice references resources
    apprentice completes worksheet on time
    apprentice submits worksheet to the instructor for review and approval
    worksheet is complete
    worksheet is accurate
    worksheet is grammatically correct and error free
    worksheet answers are clear and concise
    worksheet answers are neat and readable

  5. Analyze the NEC® requirements and procedures for proper grounding and bonding
    Assessment Strategies
    Oral, Written and/or Skill Assessment
    Introduction to Grounding & Electrical Terminations Worksheet
    Criteria
    apprentice uses terms accurately
    apprentice applies concepts correctly
    apprentice references resources
    apprentice completes worksheet on time
    apprentice submits worksheet to the instructor for review and approval
    worksheet is complete
    worksheet is accurate
    worksheet is grammatically correct and error free
    worksheet answers are clear and concise
    worksheet answers are neat and readable

  6. Examine the methods and procedures used in the selection and installation of circuit breakers and fuses
    Assessment Strategies
    Oral, Written and/or Skill Assessment
    Introduction to Grounding & Electrical Terminations Worksheet
    Criteria
    apprentice uses terms accurately
    apprentice applies concepts correctly
    apprentice references resources
    apprentice completes worksheet on time
    apprentice submits worksheet to the instructor for review and approval
    worksheet is complete
    worksheet is accurate
    worksheet is grammatically correct and error free
    worksheet answers are clear and concise
    worksheet answers are neat and readable

  7. Describe the NEC® requirements and procedures used in the selection and installation of contactors and relays
    Assessment Strategies
    Oral, Written and/or Skill Assessment
    Introduction to Grounding & Electrical Terminations Worksheet
    Criteria
    apprentice uses terms accurately
    apprentice applies concepts correctly
    apprentice references resources
    apprentice completes worksheet on time
    apprentice submits worksheet to the instructor for review and approval
    worksheet is complete
    worksheet is accurate
    worksheet is grammatically correct and error free
    worksheet answers are clear and concise
    worksheet answers are neat and readable

  8. Compare renewable energy systems and technologies
    Assessment Strategies
    Oral, Written and/or Skill Assessment
    Introduction to Renewable Energy Worksheet
    Criteria
    apprentice uses terms accurately
    apprentice applies concepts correctly
    apprentice references resources
    apprentice completes worksheet on time
    apprentice submits worksheet to the instructor for review and approval
    worksheet is complete
    worksheet is accurate
    worksheet is grammatically correct and error free
    worksheet answers are clear and concise
    worksheet answers are neat and readable

  9. Apply trade work processes to solar energy generation and photovoltaic systems
    Assessment Strategies
    Oral, Written and/or Skill Assessment
    Introduction to Renewable Energy Worksheet
    Criteria
    apprentice uses terms accurately
    apprentice applies concepts correctly
    apprentice references resources
    apprentice completes worksheet on time
    apprentice submits worksheet to the instructor for review and approval
    worksheet is complete
    worksheet is accurate
    worksheet is grammatically correct and error free
    worksheet answers are clear and concise
    worksheet answers are neat and readable

  10. Investigate electrical applications in building envelope systems that conserve energy
    Assessment Strategies
    Oral, Written and/or Skill Assessment
    Introduction to Renewable Energy Worksheet
    Criteria
    apprentice uses terms accurately
    apprentice applies concepts correctly
    apprentice references resources
    apprentice completes worksheet on time
    apprentice submits worksheet to the instructor for review and approval
    worksheet is complete
    worksheet is accurate
    worksheet is grammatically correct and error free
    worksheet answers are clear and concise
    worksheet answers are neat and readable

  11. Apply electrical safety work practices for competencies covered in this course
    Assessment Strategies
    Oral, Written and/or Skill Assessment
    Introduction to Grounding & Electrical Terminations Worksheet
    Criteria
    apprentice uses terms accurately
    apprentice applies concepts correctly
    apprentice references resources
    apprentice completes worksheet on time
    apprentice submits worksheet to the instructor for review and approval
    worksheet is complete
    worksheet is accurate
    worksheet is grammatically correct and error free
    worksheet answers are clear and concise
    worksheet answers are neat and readable

  12. Apply the requirements and structure of the National Electrical Code® to electrician job duties and tasks
    Assessment Strategies
    Oral, Written and/or Skill Assessment
    Introduction to Grounding & Electrical Terminations Worksheet
    Criteria
    apprentice uses terms accurately
    apprentice applies concepts correctly
    apprentice references resources
    apprentice completes worksheet on time
    apprentice submits worksheet to the instructor for review and approval
    worksheet is complete
    worksheet is accurate
    worksheet is grammatically correct and error free
    worksheet answers are clear and concise
    worksheet answers are neat and readable