ECMT 170 - Electrical Laboratory II

Credit Hours: 4
Lecture Hours: 0
Laboratory (or Other) Hours: 12

Prerequisite(s): ECMT 110 or permission of the instructor
Restriction(s): Electrical Construction & Maintenance CERT, Electrical Construction & Controls AOS, Electrical Construction & Plumbing AOS, Electrical Construction & Refrigeration AOS, Electrical Controls & Electrical Construction AOS, Plumbing & Electrical Construction AOS, Refrigeration & Electrical Construction AOS, Integrated Energy Systems AOS, Renewable Energy Integration AOS, Electrical Construction & Instrumentation AAS, Integrated Energy Systems AAS, Renewable Energy Integration AAS, Utility Operations AOS, Utility Operations AAS.

Corequisite(s): ECMT 150

This course involves the planning, installing, and maintenance of residential and commercial electrical systems, and provides students the opportunity to develop and demonstrate their technical competencies in the laboratory and, if available, on field projects.

Student Learning Outcomes of the Course: The student successfully completing this course should be able to:

Exhibit employment related skills such as punctuality, ability to work with others and awareness of safety requirements.
Demonstrate the ability to install complete conduit systems using a variety of fittings and bends.
Demonstrate the ability to install basic motor control systems.
Compose a written estimate for the cost of materials and labor for electrical installations.
Develop one-line, schematic and wiring diagrams using industry recognized symbols and guidelines.
Design, plan, install and maintain residential electrical equipment in accordance with the standards required by the National Electrical Code.
Comprehend and interpret National Electrical Code regulations to ensure code compliance, and demonstrate the skills required to perform the necessary calculations.
Demonstrate the ability to plan, install, and maintain residential and commercial electrical systems.
Design and draw wiring and schematic diagrams.
Write sequences of operation for control systems.
Demonstrate workmanship in electrical installations consistent with accepted industry practices.
Demonstrate the ability to safely use common test equipment.