EPC 1081 - Residential Wiring Basic & Lab

Clock Hours: 66

Prerequisites: EPC 1071 The National Electrical Code

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Course Description:
This course guides students room by room, through the wiring of a typical residence. By staring with the basic requirements of the National Electrical Code (NEC), then continuing on to the more advanced wiring methods.

Student Learning Outcomes:

Identify and explain the electrical outlet symbols used in the plans of the single-family dwelling.
Discuss the types of outlets, boxes, luminaires, and switches used in the residence.
Explain the methods of mounting the various electrical devices used in the residence.
Understand the preferred way to position receptacles in wall boxes.
Understand issues involved in remodel work.
Understand how to determine the maximum number of conductors permitted in a given size box.
Understand the NEC® requirements for calculating branch-circuit sizing and loading.
Understand the term volt-amperes per square foot.
Calculate the occupied floor area of a residence.
Determine the minimum number of lighting and laundry branch circuits.
Know where receptacle outlets and lighting outlets are required.
Determine the current-carrying capacity (ampacity) of conductors.
Understand overcurrent protection for conductors and maximum loading of branch circuits.
Identify the grounded and ungrounded conductors in cable or conduit (color coding).
Identify the various types of toggle switches for lighting circuit control.
Describe the operation that each type of toggle switch performs in typical lighting circuit installations.
Determine when a neutral conductor must be available for switch boxes.
Demonstrate the correct wiring connections for each type of switch per Code requirements.
Understand the various ways to bond wiring devices to the outlet box.
Understand how to design circuits to avoid heating by induction.