BET 3180 - NCCER Electrician Level 4

Clock Hours:  10

Prerequisite Course:  None

Industry Certificate:  NCCER

Course Description:  This course examines the installation of electrical systems in health care facilities, including the requirements for life safety and critical circuits.

Course Competencies:

Students will be able to demonstrate knowledge of:

• List the types of health care facilities and their power requirements.
• Describe the categories and branch portions of the distribution circuits.
• List the required wiring methods in health care facilities.

NCCER Course Topic:  Various Systems

Clock Hours:  25

Prerequisite Course:  None

Industry Certificate:  NCCER

Course Description:  This course explains the NEC installation requirements for electric generators and storage batteries. Also, the technologies, codes, and wiring approaches used to assemble a fire alarm system.  Installation and troubleshooting techniques are included.

Course Competencies:

Students will be able to demonstrate knowledge of:

• Differentiate between emergency and standby systems and identify their primary components.
• Describe battery and UPS system types and explain their maintenance requirements.
• Describe the NEC requirements for emergency/standby power and lighting systems.
• Describe the various codes and standards that relate to fire alarm systems.
• Describe the basic types of fire alarm systems and their primary components.
• Describe fire alarm control panels and their primary features.
• Identify and describe approaches to fire alarm notification and communication/monitoring.
• Describe fire alarm system installation guidelines and requirements.

NCCER Course Topic:  Electronic Theory

Clock Hours:  10

Prerequisite Course:  None

Industry Certificate:  NCCER

Course Description:  This course explains the function and operation of basic electronic devices, including semiconductors, diodes, rectifiers, and transistors.

Course Competencies:

Students will be able to demonstrate knowledge of:

• Describe electronic fundamentals.
• Identify and describe semiconductor devices

NCCER Course Topic:  Specialty Transformers

Clock Hours:  20

Prerequisite Course:  None

Industry Certificate:  NCCER

Course Description:  This course covers various types of transformers and their applications.  It also provides information on selecting, sizing, and installing this equipment.

Course Competencies:

Students will be able to demonstrate knowledge of:

• Identify and describe various types of transformers.
• Identify instrument transformers.
• Define harmonics and explain how harmonic issues are identified and resolved.

NCCER Course Topic:  Controls

Clock Hours:  35

Prerequisite Course:  None

Industry Certificate:  NCCER

Course Description:  This course discusses applications and operating principles of sold-state controls, reduced-voltage starters, and adjustable-frequency drives.  It also covers basic troubleshooting procedures. It also provides a basic overview of HVAC systems and their controls.

Course Competencies:

Students will be able to demonstrate knowledge of:

• Describe the various types of relays used in motor control circuits.
• Explain how reduced-voltage starting is accomplished.
• Describe the types and used of adjustable-frequency drive.
• Describe motor braking methods.
• Describe how to troubleshooting motor controls.
• Describe the operating principles and major components of HVAC systems.
• Identify the types of thermostats and their uses.
• Identify and describe HVAC control systems and devices.
• Identify the NEC requirements that apply to HVAC systems.

NCCER Course Topic: Heat, Tracing & Freeze Protection

Clock Hours:  10

Prerequisite Course:  None

Industry Certificate:  NCCER

Course Description:  This course presents heat-tracing and freeze-protection systems along with various applications and installation requirements.

Course Competencies:

Students will be able to demonstrate knowledge of:

• Describe heat-tracing applications, components, controls, and selection/installation considerations related to piping.
• Describe roof, gutter, and downspout de-icing systems and the relevant selection/installation considerations.
• Describe snow-melting and anti-icing systems and the relevant selection/installation considerations.
• Describe other electric heat-tracing and warming systems and the relevant selection/installation considerations.

NCCER Course Topic:  Motor Maintenance

Clock Hours:  20

Prerequisite Course:  None

Industry Certificate:  NCCER

Course Description:  This course covers motor cleaning, testing, and preventive maintenance with troubleshooting procedures.

Course Competencies:

Students will be able to demonstrate knowledge of:

• Identify the factors that affect motor reliability and lifespan.
• Describe maintenance and troubleshooting requirements for electric motors.
• Describe the guidelines for installing and commissioning electric motors.

NCCER Course Topic:  Medium Voltage

Clock Hours: 20

Program of Study:  Diploma, Building and Electrical Technology

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Prerequisite Course:  None

Industry Certificate:  NCCER

Course Description:  This course identifies types of medium-voltage cable and describes how to make various splices and terminations.  It also covers hi-pot testing.

Course Competencies:

Students will be able to demonstrate knowledge of:

• Describe how to splice medium-voltage cable.
• Describe termination classes and important considerations when creating terminations.
• Define high-potential testing and explain how such testing is conducted.

NCCER Course Topic:  Special Locations

Clock Hours:  10

Prerequisite Course:  None

Industry Certificate:  NCCER

Course Description:  This course describes the NEC requirements for selecting and installing equipment, enclosures, and devices for special locations that require unique attention.  These locations include sites such as place of public assembly, theaters, carnivals, agricultural and livestock facilities, marinas, swimming pools, and temporary facilities.

Course Competencies:

Students will be able to demonstrate knowledge of:

• Identify and select equipment, components, and wiring methods for various special locations and applications.
• Identify and select equipment, components, and wiring methods for marinas, boatyards, and bodies of water.
• Identify and select equipment, components, and wiring methods for pools, spas, tubs, and fountains.

NCCER Course Topic:  Crew Leadership

Clock Hours: 20 

Prerequisite Course:  None

Industry Certificate:  NCCER

Course Description:  This course teaches skills needed to become an effective crew leader, as well as knowledge and abilities required to transition from craftworker to crew leader.

Course Competencies:

Students will be able to demonstrate knowledge of:

• Describe the leadership issues and organizational structures in industry today.
• Explain how to incorporate leadership skills into work habits, including communications, motivation, team-building, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Identify a crew leader’s typical safety responsibilities with respect to common safety issues, including awareness of safety regulations and the cost of accidents.
• Demonstrate a basic understanding of the planning process, scheduling, and cost and resource control.