Course

50-413-788 System Controls for ABC Construction Electricians
Course Information
Description
Course examines advanced controls, including solid states, PLC hardware, starters, variable frequency drives and electrical equipment associated with system control.  NEC requirements for HVAC, heat tracing, medium voltage equipment, and special occupancies are included.  Apprentices will also relate motor operations to maintenance and replacement job tasks. This course aligns with the second half of the NCCER level 4 curriculum for construction electricians.
Total Credits
2
Course Competencies (Course Outcomes)
  1. Apply operating and troubleshooting principles of solid-state controls, reduced-voltage starters, and adjustable frequency drives
    Assessment Strategies
    Oral, Written and/or Skill Assessment
    System Controls 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. Describe HVAC systems and their controls and how to troubleshoot the associated electrical equipment following NEC® requirements
    Assessment Strategies
    Oral, Written and/or Skill Assessment
    System Controls 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. Examine heat tracing systems, their applications, and installation requirements
    Assessment Strategies
    Oral, Written and/or Skill Assessment
    System Controls 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. Relate basic motor operation to maintenance and replacement
    Assessment Strategies
    Oral, Written and/or Skill Assessment
    System Controls 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. Apply the NEC® and cable manufacturers’ requirements for medium-voltage terminations and splices
    Assessment Strategies
    Oral, Written and/or Skill Assessment
    System Controls 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. Identify the National Electrical Code® requirements for special occupancies or installations
    Assessment Strategies
    Oral, Written and/or Skill Assessment
    System Controls 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. Apply electrical safety work practices to competencies covered in this course
    Assessment Strategies
    Oral, Written and/or Skill Assessment
    System Controls 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. Apply the requirements and structure of the National Electrical Code® to electrician job duties and tasks associated with system controls
    Assessment Strategies
    Oral, Written and/or Skill Assessment
    System Controls 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