EL 150 - Electrical Schematics, Electrical Standards and Codes

Credits: 4
Contact Hours: 4

Prerequisites: None

Corequisites: None

College Level Prerequisites: None

Description: Schematic print reading and comprehending Electrical Standards and Codes are essential for working safely on and understanding electrical systems. This course will review the different types of electrical prints concentrating on Electrical Schematics (Ladder Diagrams). EL 150 will also review the NFPA 79-Electrical Standard for Industrial Machinery, familiarize students in the NFPA 70-National Electrical Code (NEC), and explain the NFPA 70E-Standard for Electrical Safety in the Workplace. Upon passing a written exam, students will be issued a Training Certificate for completing the NFPA 70E Standard part of this course. As well, this course will also cover some other nationally recognized electrical safety standards as required by OSHA. Successful completion of EL 162 is recommended before taking this course. Recommended Skills: EL 162, High School Technical Reading and Math Skills

Department Consent: No Consent

General Education Distribution Category Met: None