Installation Electrician Course

Lesson 1 • Electrical Hazards and Risk

Identifies shock, arc flash, and fire hazards produced by electrical systems. Connects hazard awareness to the protective measures used throughout the course.

Lesson 2 • Personal Protective Equipment

Specifies PPE selection, inspection, and use for electrical tasks. Proper PPE use is a prerequisite skill for all hands-on lab activities.

Lesson 3 • Lockout/Tagout Procedures

Teaches energy isolation steps to prevent accidental energization during maintenance. Students practice full lockout sequences before entering any live-work scenario.

Lesson 4 • Core Electrical Theory

Covers voltage, current, resistance, and power relationships using Ohm's Law. Establishes the theoretical base for all subsequent wiring and circuit work.

Lesson 1 • Hand Tools for Electricians

Introduces screwdrivers, pliers, wire strippers, and fish tapes used daily by electricians. Correct tool selection reduces installation errors and rework.

Lesson 2 • Boxes, Devices, and Hardware

Covers outlet boxes, junction boxes, device plates, and mounting hardware. Proper box selection ensures safe wire termination and device support.

Lesson 3 • Conduit and Raceway Systems

Introduces EMT, rigid, PVC, and flexible conduit along with their fittings. Raceway selection is tied to environment, load, and installation method.

Lesson 4 • Wire and Cable Types

Explains conductor materials, insulation ratings, and common cable assemblies. Matching wire type to application prevents overheating and code violations.

Lesson 1 • Wiring Method Requirements

Applies code rules for conductor sizing, protection, and support spacing. Correct wiring methods prevent inspection failures and safety hazards.

Lesson 2 • Grounding and Bonding Basics

Defines equipment grounding, system grounding, and bonding and explains their distinct roles. Proper grounding is verified during inspections and tested in later labs.

Lesson 3 • Schematic and Wiring Diagrams

Distinguishes schematic, ladder, and wiring diagrams and explains when each is used. Diagram reading skills support troubleshooting covered in later chapters.

Lesson 4 • Electrical Code Fundamentals

Explains the purpose, structure, and authority of the national electrical installation standard. Students locate code articles relevant to residential and commercial work.

Lesson 1 • Saddle and Segment Bends

Covers three-bend saddle, four-bend saddle, and segmented bends for obstacles and large conduit. These advanced bends expand the range of conduit routing options.

Lesson 2 • Basic Bends: Stubs and Offsets

Demonstrates stub-up, back-to-back, and offset bends on EMT conduit. These three bends form the basis of most conduit installations.

Lesson 3 • Rigid and PVC Conduit Work

Applies threading, coupling, and heat-bending techniques for rigid metal and PVC conduit. Material-specific methods ensure watertight and structurally sound runs.

Lesson 4 • Conduit Bending Fundamentals

Introduces bender anatomy, take-up, and gain concepts needed for accurate bends. Mastering these fundamentals prevents wasted material and rework.

Lesson 1 • Dedicated and Special Circuits

Wires dedicated circuits for ranges, dryers, HVAC, and EV chargers. Special circuit requirements differ from general branch circuits in conductor size and protection.

Lesson 2 • Branch Circuit Design and Layout

Applies load calculations and circuit spacing rules to design residential branch circuits. Students create circuit maps used during rough-in and panel wiring.

Lesson 3 • Rough-In Wiring Techniques

Covers box placement, cable routing, and stapling in wood-frame construction. Accurate rough-in sets the foundation for a clean, code-compliant finish.

Lesson 4 • Lighting Circuit Installations

Installs recessed, surface, and ceiling fan fixtures on residential circuits. Fixture mounting and wire connection methods are practiced in lab settings.

Lesson 1 • Circuit Breaker Selection and Installation

Explains breaker types, ampere ratings, and interrupting capacity for residential use. Students install standard, GFCI, AFCI, and dual-function breakers.

Lesson 2 • Service Entrance Components

Identifies service drop, meter base, service entrance cable, and weatherhead. Understanding each component is required before making any service connections.

Lesson 3 • Subpanel Installation and Feeders

Installs feeder conductors and a subpanel with separate neutral and ground bars. Subpanel grounding differs from the main panel and is a common inspection failure point.

Lesson 4 • Main Panel Installation

Covers panel mounting, main breaker landing, neutral bar, and ground bar connections. Proper panel assembly is the central skill of this chapter.

Lesson 1 • Transformers and Distribution Equipment

Connects dry-type transformers, panelboards, and metering equipment in commercial systems. Transformer sizing and secondary protection rules are applied in lab exercises.

Lesson 2 • Commercial Panel and Switchboard Work

Covers three-phase panel assembly, bus bar connections, and switchboard terminations. Commercial equipment requires larger conductors and higher torque specifications.

Lesson 3 • Commercial Lighting Systems

Installs fluorescent, LED, and high-bay lighting in commercial occupancies. Lighting control wiring and emergency circuit requirements are included.

Lesson 4 • Three-Phase Power Systems

Explains wye and delta configurations, phase relationships, and voltage calculations. Three-phase knowledge is required for all commercial panel and motor work.

Lesson 1 • Insulation Resistance Testing

Applies megohmmeter testing to verify conductor insulation integrity before energization. Low insulation resistance indicates damaged cable requiring replacement.

Lesson 2 • Continuity and Voltage Testing

Demonstrates continuity checks, voltage presence tests, and polarity verification. These tests confirm correct wiring before energizing any circuit.

Lesson 3 • Troubleshooting Common Faults

Applies systematic diagnostic methods to open circuits, short circuits, and ground faults. Structured troubleshooting reduces diagnostic time and prevents repeat failures.

Lesson 4 • Inspection Readiness and Compliance

Prepares students to present work for authority-having-jurisdiction review and correct deficiencies. Inspection skills reinforce code compliance habits developed throughout the course.