ELTRO 202: Intro to National Electric Code (NEC)

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Class Program

Industrial Electronics

Credits

Weekly Contact Hours

Course ID

092614

Meets Degree Requirements For

Restricted Elective

Description

Covers the current edition of the National Electric Code (NEC). Through classroom lecture and discussion, develops comprehension of the NEC sections and relevant industrial electronics and electricity applications.

Grading Basis

Graded

Course Learning Outcomes

Interpret the latest edition of the National Electric Code (NEC).

Evaluate the major editorial changes between the current and previous editions of the NEC.

Use NEC terminology and reference structure in applying the code.

Identify and apply the major code articles that are pertinent to the industrial electronics technician.

Communicate in appropriate settings regarding the code sections and their relevant industrial electronics applications.

Solve electrical code problems and calculations.

Apply relevant code sections to areas of electronics and related industrial technology, such as refrigeration and low voltage limited energy applications.

Core Topics

Code design and layout
Grounding and bonding
Raceways and boxes
Services, feeders and branch circuits
Conductors and cables
Special occupancies
Electrical installations
HVAC/Refrigeration control
Motor control
Fire detection and alarm systems