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Electrical Installation Course

Name: Electrical Installation Course
Price: 222 USD

Get the hands-on electrical knowledge you need to work safely, pass inspections, and build a lasting career in the trade. This course covers everything from basic theory and safety to service entrance sizing, motor circuits, and system troubleshooting. Whether you're starting out or filling in the gaps, you'll leave with skills employers and inspectors respect.

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What you will learn:

This course takes you through the full scope of electrical installation work, starting with core theory, safety protocols, and code compliance, then moving into tools, conductors, conduit systems, and device wiring. You'll learn how to install and wire panelboards, size overcurrent protection, and build proper grounding systems. Service entrance calculations, lighting controls, and motor circuits are covered in detail. Supplementary sections introduce low-voltage cabling, solar and EV charging systems, industrial three-phase power, and blueprint reading. You'll also develop troubleshooting skills using professional test instruments to diagnose and fix real wiring faults. By the end, you'll have the technical foundation to perform quality electrical installations and advance in the trade.

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Course content

8 Chapters • 40 LessonsDuration between 4 and 360 hours (you decide)

Chapter 1See details

Electrical Fundamentals and Safety Basics

Lesson 1 • Personal Protective Equipment Use
Covers selection, inspection, and correct use of PPE for electrical work. Ensures students can match protection level to task risk before entering a work site.
Lesson 2 • Regulatory Framework and Codes Overview
Introduces the purpose and structure of electrical installation standards and inspection requirements. Students understand how compliance shapes every installation decision.
Lesson 3 • Electrical Hazard Recognition
Identifies shock, arc flash, and fire hazards present in electrical environments. Connects hazard awareness directly to safe installation behavior.
Lesson 4 • Core Electrical Theory Concepts
Covers voltage, current, resistance, and power relationships using Ohm's Law. Establishes the theoretical base required for all subsequent installation work.
Lesson 5 • Lockout and Tagout Procedures
Teaches energy isolation methods to prevent accidental energization during installation. Students apply a full lockout sequence on simulated equipment.

Chapter 2See details

Tools, Materials, and Conductors

Lesson 1 • Wire Preparation and Termination
Teaches stripping, splicing, and terminating conductors to manufacturer and code specifications. Clean terminations are critical to connection reliability and safety.
Lesson 2 • Hand Tools for Electrical Work
Covers identification, correct use, and maintenance of essential hand tools. Proper tool handling reduces installation errors and prevents injury.
Lesson 3 • Power and Measuring Tools
Introduces drills, hole saws, conduit benders, and measuring instruments used on job sites. Accurate measurement and cutting underpin quality installations.
Lesson 4 • Conductor Types and Ratings
Explains wire gauge systems, insulation types, and ampacity ratings for copper and aluminum conductors. Correct conductor selection prevents overheating and code violations.
Lesson 5 • Cable Types and Applications
Covers nonmetallic sheathed, armored, and service entrance cable types and their permitted uses. Students match cable type to environment and installation method.

Chapter 3See details

Conduit Systems and Raceway Installation

Lesson 1 • Wire Pulling in Conduit
Teaches fill calculations, lubricant use, and pulling techniques to install conductors without damage. Correct fill and tension limits protect insulation integrity.
Lesson 2 • Conduit Support and Fastening
Covers support spacing, fastener types, and anchoring methods for various structural surfaces. Proper support prevents conduit sag and maintains system integrity over time.
Lesson 3 • Cable Trays and Wireways
Introduces ladder, ventilated trough, and solid-bottom cable tray systems and their installation requirements. Students size and support trays for given conductor loads.
Lesson 4 • Conduit Types and Selection
Compares rigid metal, intermediate metal, electrical metallic tubing, and nonmetallic conduit. Selection criteria include environment, load, and permitted installation methods.
Lesson 5 • Conduit Bending Techniques
Develops skill in stub-up, offset, back-to-back, and saddle bends using hand and mechanical benders. Accurate bends reduce wire damage and maintain professional appearance.

Chapter 4See details

Boxes, Devices, and Wiring Methods

Lesson 1 • Switches: Types and Wiring
Covers single-pole, three-way, four-way, and dimmer switch wiring configurations. Students wire each switch type correctly from schematic to physical installation.
Lesson 2 • Receptacles: Types and Wiring
Covers standard, GFCI, AFCI, and specialty receptacle wiring and placement requirements. Students apply protection requirements based on location and circuit type.
Lesson 3 • Rough-In and Box Mounting
Teaches layout, height standards, and secure mounting of boxes in wood, metal, and masonry construction. Accurate rough-in ensures device alignment and code compliance.
Lesson 4 • Device Finish and Cover Installation
Addresses device alignment, cover plate selection, and final inspection checks before energization. Proper finish work reflects professional quality and ensures user safety.
Lesson 5 • Electrical Box Selection and Sizing
Covers metal and nonmetallic box types, volume calculations, and fill requirements. Correct box sizing prevents overheating and allows safe conductor management.

Chapter 5See details

Panelboards, Overcurrent Protection, and Grounding

Lesson 1 • Grounding and Bonding Fundamentals
Distinguishes grounding from bonding and explains their roles in fault current management. A properly grounded system ensures overcurrent devices operate during faults.
Lesson 2 • Circuit Breaker Sizing and Installation
Covers load calculations, breaker sizing rules, and physical installation in panelboards. Students size and install breakers for branch circuits and feeders.
Lesson 3 • Panelboard Components and Layout
Identifies main breakers, bus bars, neutral bars, and enclosure types in residential and commercial panels. Understanding layout is prerequisite to safe panel work.
Lesson 4 • Panel Energization and Verification
Teaches the sequence for safely energizing a new panel and verifying correct operation. Students perform voltage, polarity, and ground continuity checks before sign-off.
Lesson 5 • Overcurrent Protection Principles
Explains fuse and circuit breaker operation, interrupting ratings, and coordination concepts. Correct overcurrent device selection protects conductors and equipment.

Chapter 6See details

Service Entrance and Load Calculations

Lesson 1 • Service Entrance Installation
Teaches physical installation of service entrance conductors, weatherhead, and meter base. Correct installation prevents moisture intrusion and ensures utility acceptance.
Lesson 2 • Commercial Load Calculation Basics
Covers demand factors, feeder sizing, and load diversity for commercial occupancies. Students apply demand factors to reduce oversizing while maintaining safety.
Lesson 3 • Service Upgrade and Replacement
Covers the process of upgrading an existing service, including coordination with the utility. Students plan and execute a service upgrade safely and efficiently.
Lesson 4 • Service Entrance Components
Identifies service drop, service entrance conductors, meter base, and main disconnect components. Understanding the service assembly is essential before sizing or installing it.
Lesson 5 • Residential Load Calculation Methods
Applies standard and optional calculation methods to determine residential service size. Accurate load calculations prevent undersized services and nuisance tripping.

Chapter 7See details

Lighting Systems and Motor Circuits

Lesson 1 • Emergency and Exit Lighting
Covers code requirements, battery backup systems, and testing procedures for emergency lighting. Reliable emergency lighting is a life-safety requirement in all occupied buildings.
Lesson 2 • Motor Circuit Components
Identifies motor nameplate data, branch circuit conductors, disconnects, and overload protection. Correct component selection protects motors from damage and ensures safe operation.
Lesson 3 • Lighting Control Systems
Introduces occupancy sensors, daylight harvesting, timers, and dimming controls for energy efficiency. Students wire and commission each control type in simulated environments.
Lesson 4 • Motor Starter and Controller Wiring
Teaches wiring of across-the-line starters, contactors, and basic control circuits. Students connect and test a complete motor control circuit from schematic to operation.
Lesson 5 • Luminaire Types and Installation
Covers incandescent, fluorescent, LED, and HID luminaire types and their mounting and wiring requirements. Correct installation ensures rated performance and safe heat dissipation.

Chapter 8See details

Troubleshooting and System Testing

Lesson 1 • Troubleshooting Methodology
Establishes a structured diagnostic process: gather symptoms, isolate sections, test, and verify. A repeatable method reduces diagnostic time and prevents misdiagnosis.
Lesson 2 • System Acceptance Testing
Teaches pre-energization and post-energization tests required before handing over an installation. Acceptance testing confirms the system meets design intent and safety standards.
Lesson 3 • Test Instrument Operation
Covers safe and accurate use of multimeters, clamp meters, insulation testers, and circuit analyzers. Instrument proficiency is the foundation of effective electrical diagnosis.
Lesson 4 • Overcurrent Device Troubleshooting
Covers diagnosing tripped breakers, blown fuses, and nuisance tripping caused by overloads or faults. Students distinguish between overload and fault conditions before resetting protection.
Lesson 5 • Common Wiring Faults and Diagnosis
Identifies open circuits, short circuits, ground faults, and high-resistance connections and their causes. Students trace each fault type using systematic testing on practice boards.

Certification

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This course is for you:

Construction laborer: ready to specialize and move into licensed electrical work.
Career changer: seeking a skilled trade with strong long-term employment demand.
Maintenance technician: wanting to handle electrical tasks safely and competently.
DIY homeowner: determined to understand residential wiring beyond surface-level guides.
HVAC or plumbing apprentice: expanding trade knowledge to include electrical systems.
Military veteran: translating hands-on technical service experience into civilian trade credentials.

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