50-620-706Electrical Codes for Mechatronics
Course Information
Description
Apprentices will examine the National Electric Code and apply information to work practices involving mechatronic systems.  Terminology needed to communicate and coordinate electrical work with other trades will be explored.
Total Credits
1
Course Competencies
  1. Examine the structure of the National Electric Code
    Assessment Strategies
    Oral, Written or Graphic Assessment
    Written Objective Test
    Apprentice Course Worksheet
    Criteria
    apprentice completes all worksheet application questions correctly
    apprentice's work reflects an accurate analysis of the problem presented
    apprentice submits work to the instructor for review and feedback

  2. Define requirements of the code that are common to all electrical installations
    Assessment Strategies
    Oral, Written or Graphic Assessment
    Written Objective Test
    Apprentice Course Worksheet
    Criteria
    apprentice completes all worksheet application questions correctly
    apprentice's work reflects an accurate analysis of the problem presented
    apprentice submits work to the instructor for review and feedback

  3. Plan the installation of an overcurrent protection device
    Assessment Strategies
    Oral, Written or Graphic Assessment
    Written Objective Test
    Apprentice Course Worksheet
    Criteria
    apprentice completes all worksheet application questions correctly
    apprentice's work reflects an accurate analysis of the problem presented
    apprentice submits work to the instructor for review and feedback

  4. Select the proper conductor and raceway for mechatronics installations selected by the instructor and trade
    Assessment Strategies
    Oral, Written or Graphic Assessment
    Written Objective Test
    Apprentice Course Worksheet
    Criteria
    apprentice completes all worksheet application questions correctly
    apprentice's work reflects an accurate analysis of the problem presented
    apprentice submits work to the instructor for review and feedback

  5. Apply part A of article 250 (grounding) to industrial electrical situations
    Assessment Strategies
    Oral, Written or Graphic Assessment
    Written Objective Test
    Apprentice Course Worksheet
    Criteria
    apprentice completes all worksheet application questions correctly
    apprentice's work reflects an accurate analysis of the problem presented
    apprentice submits work to the instructor for review and feedback

  6. Apply part B of article 250 (grounding) to industrial electrical situations
    Assessment Strategies
    Oral, Written or Graphic Assessment
    Written Objective Test
    Apprentice Course Worksheet
    Criteria
    apprentice completes all worksheet application questions correctly
    apprentice's work reflects an accurate analysis of the problem presented
    apprentice submits work to the instructor for review and feedback

  7. Apply article 300 (wiring methods) to industrial electrical situations
    Assessment Strategies
    Oral, Written or Graphic Assessment
    Written Objective Test
    Apprentice Course Worksheet
    Criteria
    apprentice completes all worksheet application questions correctly
    apprentice's work reflects an accurate analysis of the problem presented
    apprentice submits work to the instructor for review and feedback

  8. Size cords and cables for typical industrial electrical installations
    Assessment Strategies
    Oral, Written or Graphic Assessment
    Written Objective Test
    Apprentice Course Worksheet
    Criteria
    apprentice completes all worksheet application questions correctly
    apprentice's work reflects an accurate analysis of the problem presented
    apprentice submits work to the instructor for review and feedback

  9. Plan equipment installation in hazardous locations
    Assessment Strategies
    Oral, Written or Graphic Assessment
    Written Objective Test
    Apprentice Course Worksheet
    Criteria
    apprentice completes all worksheet application questions correctly
    apprentice's work reflects an accurate analysis of the problem presented
    apprentice submits work to the instructor for review and feedback