2025-2026 College Catalog

APR 169 Electrical 3.1

First course of the NCCER Level 3 electrical curriculum. This course explains how to calculate branch circuit and feeder loads for residential and commercial applications, covers various derating factors, explains how to make conductor calculations, covers other factors involved in conductor selection, including insulation types, current-carrying capacity, temperature ratings, and voltage drop, describes various luminaires and the types of luminaires suited for various applications. Covers dimming, lighting controls, and energy management systems, presents the NEC® requirements for equipment installed in hazardous locations.

PREREQUISITES: NCCER Electrical 2.3

Credits

4