BCTI 233 - Advanced Electrical Part 1

1. Describe basic calculation procedures for commercial and residential applications.
2. Discuss the installation of electric circuits in health care facilities, including the requirements for life safety and critical circuits.
3. Explain the NEC® requirements for electric generators and storage batteries.
4. Explain the function and operation of basic electronic devices, including semiconductors, diodes, rectifiers, and transistors.
5. Discuss fire alarm control units, Digital Alarm Communicator Systems (DACS), wiring for alarm initiating and notification devices, and alarm system maintenance.
6. Describe various types of transformers and their applications. Explain the selecting, sizing, and installing of these devices.
7. Discuss applications and operating principles of solid-state controls, reduced-voltage starters, and adjustable frequency drives. Investigate basic troubleshooting procedures.
8. Attain readiness to take the first half of NCCER Electrical Level 4 certification exams.

• Load Calculations - Feeders and Services
• Health Care Facilities
• Standby and Emergency Systems
• Basic Electronic Theory
• Fire Alarm Systems
• Specialty Transformers
• Advanced Controls

 
GRADING POLICY
Students must score 70 percent or higher on all module examinations to receive recognition from NCCER. Students must also complete each performance task to the satisfaction of the instructor to receive recognition from NCCER. If either of the above requirements are not met the student will forfeit NCCER certification and will receive a one letter grade reduction for the class.

 
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