APR 153A Electrician Apprenticeship Fundamentals

Lecture Hours: 4
Lab Hours: 2
Credits: 5

Provides training for Inside Wire Electrician Apprentices. Includes trade history and concepts, trade math, basic electrical DC theory, safety, and introduction to Oregon Electrical Specialty Code. Prerequisite: Provides training for Inside Wire Electrician Apprentices. Includes trade history and concepts, trade math, basic electrical DC theory, safety, and introduction to Oregon Electrical Specialty Code.

Prerequisite: Provides training for Inside Wire Electrician Apprentices. Includes trade history and concepts, trade math, basic electrical DC theory, safety, and introduction to Oregon Electrical Specialty Code.
Student Learning Outcomes:

Solve mathematical formulas and equations related to theory and practices of the trade.
Describe and apply basic theory of electrical sources in DC circuits, series and parallel circuits, and calculate voltage drop.
Use Ohmmeters and other test equipment to make electrical measurements.
Apply the Oregon Electrical Specialty Code.
Work safely in a variety of electrical systems.

Content Outline

Trade Math and Calculations
Introduction to Electrical Theory
Introduction to Oregon Electrical Specialty Code
Safety