High and Low Voltage Electrician Course

Lesson 1 • Electrical Hazard Recognition

Identifies shock, arc flash, and fire hazards present in electrical environments. Connects hazard awareness to the protective practices introduced next.

Lesson 2 • Personal Protective Equipment

Specifies PPE selection, inspection, and use for electrical work. Reinforces hazard recognition by pairing each risk with appropriate protection.

Lesson 3 • Lockout/Tagout Procedures

Teaches energy isolation methods to prevent accidental energization during maintenance. Directly applies hazard knowledge to controlled, safe work practices.

Lesson 4 • Electrical Safety Regulations Overview

Surveys regulatory frameworks governing electrical work, including worker rights and employer obligations. Prepares students to operate within compliant job-site environments.

Lesson 1 • Power Tools and Drilling Equipment

Introduces drills, hole saws, and cable-pulling equipment used in installation work. Connects to hand-tool safety by extending PPE and inspection habits to powered equipment.

Lesson 2 • Multimeters and Voltage Testers

Teaches measurement of voltage, current, resistance, and continuity using digital multimeters. Directly applies Ohm's Law theory from Chapter 1 to real circuit verification.

Lesson 3 • Conductors, Insulation, and Hardware

Identifies wire gauges, insulation types, connectors, and fasteners used in installations. Provides material knowledge required for wiring and conduit work in later chapters.

Lesson 4 • Clamp Meters and Power Quality Instruments

Covers non-contact current measurement and power quality analysis tools. Extends basic metering skills to three-phase and harmonic measurement scenarios.

Lesson 1 • Conductor Pulling and Termination

Covers wire-pulling calculations, lubricants, and termination torque requirements. Ensures conductors are installed without damage and connections meet manufacturer specs.

Lesson 2 • Cable Wiring Methods

Addresses NM, MC, AC, and SE cable installation rules and support requirements. Complements conduit skills with flexible cable systems used in residential construction.

Lesson 3 • Raceway System Types

Compares EMT, rigid, PVC, and flexible conduit systems and their appropriate applications. Sets the selection framework used throughout conduit installation work.

Lesson 4 • Conduit Bending Techniques

Teaches stub-up, offset, saddle, and back-to-back bends using hand and mechanical benders. Accurate bending prevents conductor damage and ensures professional installations.

Lesson 1 • Load Calculations and Circuit Design

Performs residential and commercial load calculations to size circuits and panels. Translates electrical theory into practical design decisions for real buildings.

Lesson 2 • Panelboard and Service Equipment

Covers service entrance sizing, main breaker selection, and panelboard installation. Connects load calculation results to physical equipment selection and installation.

Lesson 3 • Inspection and Code Compliance

Prepares students to pass electrical inspections by reviewing common deficiencies and documentation. Reinforces code compliance as the standard for all installation work.

Lesson 4 • Grounding and Bonding Systems

Explains grounding electrode systems, equipment grounding, and bonding requirements. Ensures installations provide safe fault current paths and equipment protection.

Lesson 1 • Low Voltage Communication Wiring

Covers structured cabling, fire alarm, and security system wiring standards. Expands low-voltage skills to building systems beyond power and control.

Lesson 2 • Programmable Logic Controllers Basics

Introduces PLC hardware, I/O modules, and basic programming for control automation. Extends relay logic skills to modern programmable control systems.

Lesson 3 • Control Circuit Fundamentals

Explains ladder logic, relay logic, and control circuit components used in industrial controls. Bridges basic electrical theory to practical machine control applications.

Lesson 4 • Low Voltage System Testing and Commissioning

Teaches functional testing, loop checks, and documentation for low-voltage installations. Ensures systems operate correctly before handover to the end user.

Lesson 1 • Switchgear and Circuit Breaker Operation

Explains metal-clad switchgear, vacuum and SF6 breakers, and their operating mechanisms. Prepares students to operate and inspect high voltage switching equipment safely.

Lesson 2 • Switching Operations and Clearance Procedures

Teaches structured switching procedures, clearance orders, and hold tags for high voltage work. Ensures students can execute and document safe switching sequences.

Lesson 3 • Distribution Transformers and Substations

Covers transformer construction, ratings, cooling methods, and substation layout. Provides the equipment knowledge needed for switching and maintenance tasks.

Lesson 4 • High Voltage Safety and Approach Limits

Establishes shock and arc flash boundaries specific to medium and high voltage systems. Extends low-voltage safety habits to the more severe hazards of high voltage environments.

Lesson 1 • Motor and Drive Troubleshooting

Diagnoses motor winding faults, bearing failures, and variable frequency drive alarms. Extends control circuit knowledge to rotating machine diagnostics.

Lesson 2 • Troubleshooting Methodology

Introduces a structured, step-by-step diagnostic process applicable to any electrical system. Provides the logical framework that all subsequent troubleshooting techniques follow.

Lesson 3 • Transformer and Switchgear Diagnostics

Covers oil sampling, thermal imaging, and contact resistance testing for high voltage equipment. Applies high voltage knowledge to condition-based maintenance diagnostics.

Lesson 4 • Circuit Fault Types and Detection

Identifies open, short, ground fault, and high-resistance connection faults and their signatures. Applies measurement skills from Chapter 2 to real fault scenarios.

Lesson 1 • Project Closeout and Commissioning

Manages punch list completion, system commissioning, and owner training at project end. Ensures all technical and administrative deliverables are complete before handover.

Lesson 2 • Reading Electrical Drawings and Specifications

Interprets one-line diagrams, floor plans, schematics, and specification sections. Provides the drawing literacy required for accurate project planning and installation.

Lesson 3 • Project Scheduling and Coordination

Creates installation schedules, coordinates with other trades, and manages material deliveries. Ensures electrical work integrates with overall construction timelines.

Lesson 4 • Workforce Supervision and Safety Leadership

Covers crew assignment, productivity monitoring, and jobsite safety leadership responsibilities. Prepares students to lead electrical crews effectively and maintain safe work environments.