Day 1QOD: What are some options for someone to become a licensed electrician?

Technical College and Apprenticeship

Agenda:1. QOD & Measurements2. PowerPoint – Orientation to the Electrical Trade3. Activity – Commercial vs. Industrial Electricians4. Review

Learning Objectives:

1. Describe and explain the history of carpentry, masonry, plumbing, electrical and HVAC.

2. Describe and explain the association of the history of the trades with other events in history.

3. Demonstrate a basic understanding of the history of the tools related to each craft.

Orientation to the Electrical Trade

Learning Targets:

• Describe and explain the history of carpentry, masonry, plumbing, electrical and HVAC.

• Describe and explain the association of the history of the trades with other events in history.

• Demonstrate a basic understanding of the history of the tools related to each craft.

Introduction• Electricians can find employment in three

broad categories: – Residential– Commercial– Industrial systems

• Many electricians are individual contractors.– Individual contractors are responsible for their

own taxes and insurance .

Introduction• Phases of residential electrical systems

include:– Rough-in– Trim-out– Testing– Troubleshooting

Introduction• Components of a residential electrical system

include new home construction of the following:– electrical supply– electrical service– nonmetallic-sheathed cable– nail-on device boxes– panel boards– fixtures

Introduction

Introduction• Components typically found in a commercial

electrical system include:– Pad-mounted transformers– Electrical service– Conduit– Fire alarm system– Lighting– Metal raceways to install conductors

• To install a raceway system with minimal waste in RMC an electrician must be skilled in conduit bending.

Introduction

Introduction• Industrial electricians are generally split into two

groups– installers– maintenance personnel

• Electrical equipment typically found in industrial facilities include:– distribution switchgear– rigid metallic conduit– motor control centers.

• Industrial maintenance electricians must know how to disassemble and reassemble magnetic motor starters

Introduction• Because of hazardous materials that can

exist in industrial facilities, the installation and maintenance of systems in those volatile environments must follow requirements governed by the National Electrical Code® (NEC®).

• Conduit systems in volatile environments must be sealed to outside vapors and gases, and any potential arcing device must be enclosed within a special enclosure to prevent ignition of the vapors.

Introduction

Opportunities in the Electrical Field• Everything in our modern society operates

on electricity. – As a result, career opportunities abound in the

electrical field.• Once you complete your training as an

electrician and gain work experience, you can advance as far as your ambition takes you.

• As part of your training, you may receive valuable on-the-job training (OJT).

Opportunities in the Electrical Field• Residential electricians install and service

electrical systems in residential structures.– Many residential contractors are individual

contractors. • Commercial electricians install electrical

systems in buildings such as apartment buildings, stores, offices, and hospitals.– Electrical contractors typically employ

commercial electricians.

Opportunities in the Electrical Field

Opportunities in the Electrical Field

Opportunities in the Electrical Field• Industrial electricians specialize in installing

electrical systems in industrial facilities.• Industrial electricians work with:– Three-phase power– Motors– Motor Control Systems

• Industrial maintenance electricians must know how to disassemble and reassemble magnetic motor starters

Opportunities in the Electrical Field

Activity:Commercial vs. Industrial ElectriciansObjective: Compare and contrast the Commercial and Industrial electricians by determining similarities and differences of each.

• Group: Name each of the types of electricians. Next, prepare a Double Bubble Map depicting similarities and differences to discuss with the class. (pp.7-8)

COMPARING & CONTRASTING

Double Bubble Map

Review

• What are the two types of industrial electricians?• Which type of electrician deals with three-phase power,

motors, and motor control systems?• Which type of electrician must disassemble and

reassemble magnetic motor starters?• Which type of electrician installs nail-on device boxes,

panel boards and lighting fixtures?• Which type of electrician is typically hired by electrical

contractors?• Which type of contractor is responsible for paying their

own taxes?

Day 2QOD: Why must an arcing device be contained within a special enclosure?

To prevent the ignition of hazardous vapors

Agenda:1. QOD & Measurements2. PowerPoint – Apprenticeship, OSHA, NFPA 70E3. Activity – NFPA 70E4. Review

Learning Objectives:

1. Describe and explain the history of carpentry, masonry, plumbing, electrical and HVAC.

2. Describe and explain the association of the history of the trades with other events in history.

3. Demonstrate a basic understanding of the history of the tools related to each craft.

Your Training Program• The Department of Labor’s Office, DOL, of

Apprenticeship sets the minimum standards for training programs across the United States.– Apprenticeship programs must include at least

144 hours of classroom instruction per year and 2,000 hours of OJT per year.

– A person completing an electrician’s apprenticeship will spend at least 576 hours in class and 8,000 hours of OJT over a four-year period.

Your Training Program• The electrician apprenticeship training

program is competency-based.– Meaning that you must demonstrate that you

have the understanding and skills necessary to perform the hands-on tasks required to advance in the program.

• Apprenticeship training focuses on learning by doing. Even though theory is presented in class, it is presented in a way to reinforce hands-on skills.

Your Training Program• Apprenticeship standards specify the amount

of OJT hours required.– Before entering an apprenticeship, a prospective

candidate must submit certain information to the apprenticeship committee such as proof of age, aptitude test scores, and letters of reference.

– During the program, the apprentice must wear proper safety equipment, obtain the tools of the trade, submit reports to the apprenticeship committee, and attend required classroom training.

Your Training Program• States and municipalities require that

electricians be licensed and set the standard for doing so.

• After completion of your apprenticeship, you may be required to take a licensing exam to work in your locality.

• Youth apprenticeship programs are available that allow students to begin their apprentice training while still in high school.

Responsibility of the Employee• When you enter the workforce as a qualified electrician, your

training does not end. It is your responsibility to be aware of code changes and technical advances in the trade and to upgrade your skills to be able to deal with them.

• Electricians are expected to act as professionals on the job. Professionalism includes:– Honesty– Productivity– Safety– Civility– Cooperation– Teamwork– Clear communication– Being on time– And coming to work ready to work.

Responsibility of the Employee• Honesty and integrity are important traits of

a professional. You are only as good as your word. – If you are dishonest, word will spread and you

will find it difficult to succeed in your job.• All employees are expected to be at the job

on time, every day. – Tardiness and absenteeism disrupt the work

schedule. If you have a legitimate excuse for being absent, notify your supervisor so the schedule can be adjusted

Responsibility of the Employee• Once an employee receives an assignment…– he or she should assume the responsibility for

seeing that the job gets done in a timely manner with no reminders.

• On the job, employees are expected to fully cooperate with others to ensure that the job gets done.

• All employees are expected to comply with all workplace rules and regulations.

Safety• Employers are obligated to maintain a safe

workplace. However, everyone on the job site is responsible for safety.– If an unsafe condition is observed in the jobsite it

should be reported to the supervisor.• As an employee, you must follow all proper

work procedures and practices. • In addition to OSHA standards, the NEC® sets

the minimum standards for the safe installation of electrical systems.

Safety• NFPA 70E, Standard for Electrical Safety in

the Workplace, includes:– safe work practices that must be applied when

working on or near exposed energized parts.– steps required for putting an electrical system in

an electrically safe working condition– safe approach distances to exposed energized

parts– how to deal with arc flash hazards.

• Special arc flash hoods are used to protect against arc flashes.

Activity:NFPA 70E

Objective: To describe specific facts about NFPA 70E, Standard for Electrical Safety in the Workplace.

Group Task: Prepare a Bubble Map to describe specific facts about NFPA 70E, Standard for Electrical Safety in the Workplace. Be prepared to present your work to the class (p.14)

DESCRIBING

Bubble Map

Review

• Who sets the minimum standards for apprenticeship training programs across the United States?

• Who sets licensing requirements?• What is a competency-based program?• What are the hour requirement for an apprenticeship?• What are some of the requirements from the NFPA 70E?• What should you do if an unsafe condition is observed

on a jobsite?• What can protect you against arc flashes?

Day 3 QOD: What are the two types of Industrial electricians and what do they do?

Installers and Maintenance Personal

Agenda:1. QOD & Measurements2. Review for Test – Orientation to the Electrical Trade

Review Questions – p.15Supplemental Exercises – p.16Trade Term Quiz – p. 17

3. Review

Learning Objectives:

1. Describe and explain the history of carpentry, masonry, plumbing, electrical and HVAC.

2. Describe and explain the association of the history of the trades with other events in history.

3. Demonstrate a basic understanding of the history of the tools related to each craft.

Day 4 QOD: What is NFPA 70E?

Standard for Electrical Safety in the Workplace

Agenda:1. QOD & Measurements2. Test – Introduction to the Electrical Trade3. Review

Learning Objectives:

1. Describe and explain the history of carpentry, masonry, plumbing, electrical and HVAC.

2. Describe and explain the association of the history of the trades with other events in history.

3. Demonstrate a basic understanding of the history of the tools related to each craft.