Low Voltage Electrician Course

Lesson 1 • Lockout/Tagout Procedures

Establishes energy isolation procedures before any electrical work begins. Students practice full lockout sequences used on real job sites.

Lesson 2 • First Aid for Electrical Incidents

Covers immediate response to shock, burns, and cardiac arrest from electrical contact. Prepares students to act before emergency services arrive.

Lesson 3 • Core Electrical Concepts and Units

Covers voltage, current, resistance, and power relationships. Establishes the quantitative language used throughout every subsequent chapter.

Lesson 4 • Electrical Hazards and Risk Recognition

Identifies shock, arc flash, and fire hazards specific to low voltage environments. Connects hazard recognition to the safety controls introduced next.

Lesson 1 • Clamp Meters and Power Analyzers

Covers non-contact current measurement and basic power quality readings. These instruments extend diagnostic capability beyond the basic multimeter.

Lesson 2 • Hand Tools for Low Voltage Work

Identifies and demonstrates correct use of strippers, crimpers, and screwdrivers. Proper tool selection prevents conductor damage and speeds installation.

Lesson 3 • Cable Testers and Tone Generators

Introduces continuity, polarity, and wire-mapping testers for structured cabling. Students learn to trace and verify circuits before energizing.

Lesson 1 • Conductor Materials and Sizing

Explains copper and aluminum conductor properties, AWG sizing, and ampacity. Correct sizing prevents overheating and voltage drop in installed systems.

Lesson 2 • Patch Panels and Modular Connectors

Covers 110-punch-down blocks, RJ-style connectors, and patch panel wiring. These termination points are central to structured cabling and data systems.

Lesson 3 • Low Voltage Cable Types and Applications

Surveys coaxial, twisted-pair, shielded, and fiber optic cables. Matching cable type to application ensures signal integrity and code compliance.

Lesson 4 • Wire Stripping and Termination Techniques

Develops hands-on skills for stripping, splicing, and terminating conductors. Clean terminations reduce resistance and prevent intermittent faults.

Lesson 1 • Surface Raceways and Wireways

Introduces surface-mount raceways and wireways for retrofit and exposed installations. These systems provide code-compliant wiring without in-wall construction.

Lesson 2 • Conduit Types and Selection

Compares EMT, flexible, and non-metallic conduit for low voltage applications. Selecting the right conduit type ensures protection and regulatory compliance.

Lesson 3 • Conduit Bending and Fabrication

Teaches hand bender and mechanical bender techniques for accurate conduit bends. Precise bends reduce cable stress and produce professional installations.

Lesson 4 • Cable Tray and Ladder Rack Systems

Covers installation of cable tray, ladder rack, and J-hooks for organized cable routing. Proper support prevents cable damage and simplifies future maintenance.

Lesson 1 • Circuit Protection Devices

Covers fuses, circuit breakers, and transient voltage suppressors for low voltage circuits. Proper protection prevents equipment damage and fire hazards.

Lesson 2 • Grounding and Bonding Fundamentals

Establishes grounding and bonding principles for low voltage systems. Proper grounding reduces noise, prevents shock, and ensures system reliability.

Lesson 3 • DC Power Supplies and Regulators

Covers linear and switching power supply operation, output regulation, and selection. Stable DC power is the foundation of all low voltage control and communication systems.

Lesson 4 • Class 2 and Class 3 Circuit Wiring

Defines power-limited circuit classes and their wiring requirements. Correct classification determines allowable cable types and installation methods.

Lesson 1 • Fiber Optic Network Cabling

Extends cabling skills to multimode and single-mode fiber backbone installations. Students test and document fiber links using optical loss test sets.

Lesson 2 • Horizontal Cabling Installation

Covers cable routing, support spacing, and outlet installation for horizontal runs. Students apply bend radius and pulling tension limits to protect cable performance.

Lesson 3 • Structured Cabling System Architecture

Maps the hierarchy from entrance facility to work area outlet. Understanding the full topology guides correct cable routing and equipment placement decisions.

Lesson 4 • Cable Certification and Testing Standards

Introduces performance parameters and certification testing for copper cabling. Passing certification confirms the installation meets transmission performance requirements.

Lesson 1 • Intrusion Detection System Components

Identifies control panels, sensors, keypads, and sirens used in intrusion systems. Component knowledge is the prerequisite for correct wiring and programming.

Lesson 2 • System Testing and Commissioning

Establishes procedures for testing, commissioning, and handing over security systems. Systematic testing confirms all zones, devices, and outputs function as designed.

Lesson 3 • Alarm System Wiring and Zones

Covers supervised loop wiring, end-of-line resistors, and zone configuration. Proper wiring ensures tamper detection and reliable alarm signaling.

Lesson 4 • Video Surveillance System Wiring

Covers coaxial and IP camera wiring, power over Ethernet, and DVR/NVR connections. Students install and aim cameras to achieve required coverage areas.

Lesson 1 • Building Automation and Control Wiring

Covers thermostat wiring, sensor installation, and BAS communication bus connections. Low voltage control wiring links field devices to building management systems.

Lesson 2 • Audio and Video Distribution Wiring

Covers speaker wiring, impedance matching, and HDMI/AV cable installation. Correct wiring preserves signal quality across distributed audio and video systems.

Lesson 3 • System Integration and Final Inspection

Addresses integration of multiple low voltage systems and preparation for authority inspection. Students compile as-built documentation and perform pre-inspection checklists.

Lesson 4 • Fire Alarm System Wiring Fundamentals

Introduces initiating device circuits, notification appliance circuits, and SLC wiring. Fire alarm wiring follows strict supervised circuit requirements that differ from other systems.