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Construction: Electrical Systems/Raceways and Wireways
Course: CON132AC

First Term: 2024 Fall
 Lec + Lab   3.0 Credit(s)   4.0 Period(s)   4.0 Load  
Subject Type: Occupational
Load Formula: T- Lab Load


Description: An overview of electricity related to residential, commercial, and aspects of industrial applications. Use of appropriate wire sizes and material to install electrical distribution systems, raceways, and terminations.



MCCCD Official Course Competencies
1. Practice Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), trade, and local safety standards in daily work. (I)
2. Demonstrate industry-standard professionalism that includes safety, dress, attendance communication, and customer service. (I)
3. Document work performed according to industry standards. (I)
4. Perform final electrical connections and terminations by using proper anchors and supports. (II-IV)
5. Apply techniques to form and install various conduit types. (II-IV)
6. Identify types of raceways and their applications. (II-IV)
7. Utilize proper equipment and procedures to pull wire through conduits, junctions, and raceways. (II-IV)
MCCCD Official Course Competencies must be coordinated with the content outline so that each major point in the outline serves one or more competencies. MCCCD faculty retains authority in determining the pedagogical approach, methodology, content sequencing, and assessment metrics for student work. Please see individual course syllabi for additional information, including specific course requirements.
 
MCCCD Official Course Outline
I. Safety
II. Raceway and wireways
   A. Types
   B. Installation
III. Conduit
   A. Types
   B. Bending
   C. Installation
IV. Termination
   A. Switches
   B. Outlets
   C. Fixtures
   D. Materials
   E. Installation
 
MCCCD Governing Board Approval Date: November 28, 2023

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