Apprenticeship: Electrician (APEL)
APEL 112 • RESIDENTIAL ELECTRICAL AIR CONDITIONING & REFRIGERATION; TELEPHONE SYSTEMS
| Units: | 3 |
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| Hours: | 24 lecture, 51 laboratory per quarter (75 total per quarter) |
| Prerequisite: | Per California Code of Regulations, this course is limited to students admitted to the Electrical Apprenticeship Program. |
| Advisory: | Not open to students with credit in APRT 112. |
| Degree and Credit Status: | Degree-Applicable Credit Course |
| Foothill GE: | Non-GE |
| Transferable: | None |
| Grade Type: | Letter Grade (Request for Pass/No Pass) |
| Repeatability: | Not Repeatable |
An introduction to air conditioning and refrigeration systems used in residential applications; telephone systems. Students study the wiring, circuitry, and controls in these systems. Continued study of the National Electrical Code as it relates to current and load calculations. Review of A/C and D/C theory.
APEL 113 • RESIDENTIAL ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS: BASIC SECURITY, SOLAR POWER, HOME AUTOMATION & LIFE SAFETY
| Units: | 3 |
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| Hours: | 24 lecture, 51 laboratory per quarter (75 total per quarter) |
| Prerequisite: | Per California Code of Regulations, this course is limited to students admitted to the Electrical Apprenticeship Program. |
| Advisory: | Not open to students with credit in APRT 113. |
| Degree and Credit Status: | Degree-Applicable Credit Course |
| Foothill GE: | Non-GE |
| Transferable: | None |
| Grade Type: | Letter Grade (Request for Pass/No Pass) |
| Repeatability: | Not Repeatable |
A study of residential electrical systems and installation practices. Home automation, including home theater. Fundamentals of solar power systems and recommended practices. Life safety systems. Expanded study of the National Electrical Code as it relates to communication circuits, and water applications, such as pools and fountains.
APEL 119A • ORIENTATION TO THE ELECTRICAL TRADE, CPR, FIRST AID & OSHA 10
| Units: | 2 |
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| Hours: | 18 lecture, 22 laboratory per quarter (40 total per quarter) |
| Prerequisite: | Per California Code of Regulations, this course is limited to students admitted to the San Francisco Inside Wireman Electrical Program. |
| Degree and Credit Status: | Degree-Applicable Credit Course |
| Foothill GE: | Non-GE |
| Transferable: | None |
| Grade Type: | Letter Grade (Request for Pass/No Pass) |
| Repeatability: | Not Repeatable |
Orientating new apprentices to the electrical trade. Introduction of materials and tools of the electrical trade. Ladder, power, and hand tool safety. CPR and first aid training and certification. OSHA 10 training and certification.
APEL 120 • INTRODUCTION TO THE ELECTRICAL CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRY, MATERIAL & TOOL I.D., ELECTRICAL DEVICES
| Units: | 5.5 |
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| Hours: | 60 lecture, 33 laboratory per quarter (93 total per quarter) |
| Prerequisite: | Per California Code of Regulations, this course is limited to students admitted to the Electrical Apprenticeship Program; student is a registered State indentured apprentice. |
| Advisory: | Not open to students with credit in APRT 120. |
| Degree and Credit Status: | Degree-Applicable Credit Course |
| Foothill GE: | Non-GE |
| Transferable: | None |
| Grade Type: | Letter Grade (Request for Pass/No Pass) |
| Repeatability: | Not Repeatable |
Orientation to the commercial/industrial electrical industry with an introduction to electrical theory, tools, materials, wiring methods, and basic electrical installation practices. Review of mathematics as applied in the electrical construction trades.
APEL 120A • DC THEORY, NEC, INTRODUCTION TO CONDUIT BENDING, BASIC SWITCHING & WIRING METHODS
| Units: | 8 |
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| Hours: | 84 lecture, 36 laboratory per quarter (120 total per quarter) |
| Prerequisite: | Per California Code of Regulations, this course is limited to students admitted to the San Francisco Inside Wireman Electrical Program. |
| Advisory: | Not open to students with credit in APEL 120. |
| Degree and Credit Status: | Degree-Applicable Credit Course |
| Foothill GE: | Non-GE |
| Transferable: | None |
| Grade Type: | Letter Grade (Request for Pass/No Pass) |
| Repeatability: | Not Repeatable |
Orientation to the commercial/industrial electrical industry with an introduction to electrical theory, tools, materials, wiring methods, and job skills. Review of mathematics as applied in the electrical construction trades. Industry applications, hands-on labs. CPR, first aid, job orientation topics: sexual harassment and drug abuse.
APEL 121 • BASIC CIRCUIT CALCULATIONS; BASIC BLUEPRINT READING; DC THEORY; NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE INTRO
| Units: | 6 |
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| Hours: | 69 lecture, 24 laboratory per quarter (93 total per quarter) |
| Prerequisite: | Per California Code of Regulations, this course is limited to students admitted to the Electrical Apprenticeship Program. |
| Advisory: | Not open to students with credit in APRT 121. |
| Degree and Credit Status: | Degree-Applicable Credit Course |
| Foothill GE: | Non-GE |
| Transferable: | None |
| Grade Type: | Letter Grade (Request for Pass/No Pass) |
| Repeatability: | Not Repeatable |
Introduction to the National Electrical Code (NEC), DC theory, principles of magnetism and electromagnetism, basic blueprint reading, basic circuit calculations, and construction safety.
APEL 121A • DC THEORY, AC ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS, NEC NAVIGATION, PRINT READING, INTRO TO BASIC ELECTRICAL CIRCUITS
| Units: | 8 |
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| Hours: | 84 lecture, 36 laboratory per quarter (120 total per quarter) |
| Prerequisite: | Per California Code of Regulations, this course is limited to students admitted to the San Francisco Inside Wireman Electrical Program. |
| Advisory: | Not open to students with credit in APRT 121. |
| Degree and Credit Status: | Degree-Applicable Credit Course |
| Foothill GE: | Non-GE |
| Transferable: | None |
| Grade Type: | Letter Grade (Request for Pass/No Pass) |
| Repeatability: | Not Repeatable |
Introduction to the National Electrical Code (NEC), applied codeology toward the National Electrical Code. Discuss and demonstrate basic AC and DC electrical generation. Ohm's Law, understand DC parallel and combination circuits. Basic three-phase AC.
APEL 122 • AC THEORY, CODES & PRACTICES, IBEW ORIENTATION, BLUEPRINT READING
| Units: | 6.5 |
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| Hours: | 72 lecture, 21 laboratory per quarter (93 total per quarter) |
| Prerequisite: | Per California Code of Regulations, this course is limited to students admitted to the Electrical Apprenticeship Program. |
| Advisory: | Not open to students with credit in APRT 122. |
| Degree and Credit Status: | Degree-Applicable Credit Course |
| Foothill GE: | Non-GE |
| Transferable: | None |
| Grade Type: | Letter Grade (Request for Pass/No Pass) |
| Repeatability: | Not Repeatable |
Study of AC theory and the National Electrical Code (NEC), an overview of the IBEW's place in the electrical construction industry, and the basic fundamentals of understanding blueprint reading.
APEL 122A • AC THEORY, INTERMEDIATE CONDUIT, PRINT READING, TEST INSTRUMENTS, NEC APPLICATION
| Units: | 7.5 |
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| Hours: | 80 lecture, 40 laboratory per quarter (120 total per quarter) |
| Prerequisite: | Per California Code of Regulations, this course is limited to students admitted to the San Francisco Inside Wireman Electrical Program. |
| Advisory: | Not open to students with credit in APRT 122. |
| Degree and Credit Status: | Degree-Applicable Credit Course |
| Foothill GE: | Non-GE |
| Transferable: | None |
| Grade Type: | Letter Grade (Request for Pass/No Pass) |
| Repeatability: | Not Repeatable |
Study of the National Electrical Code, applied codeology, and basic fundamentals of using blueprints. Instruction on usage of test equipment and pipe bending tools.
APEL 123 • 3-PHASE AC, TRANSFORMERS, INTERMEDIATE NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE
| Units: | 6.5 |
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| Hours: | 72 lecture, 21 laboratory per quarter (93 total per quarter) |
| Prerequisite: | Per California Code of Regulations, this course is limited to students admitted to the Electrical Apprenticeship Program. |
| Advisory: | Not open to students with credit in APRT 123. |
| Degree and Credit Status: | Degree-Applicable Credit Course |
| Foothill GE: | Non-GE |
| Transferable: | None |
| Grade Type: | Letter Grade (Request for Pass/No Pass) |
| Repeatability: | Not Repeatable |
Continued study of AC theory with an emphasis on 3-phase power. Introduction to transformer design, function, and installation. Introduction to grounding and bonding of transformers. Expanded study of the National Electrical Code pertaining to branch circuits, feeders, and services.
APEL 123A • GROUNDING & BONDING, CODE & PRACTICES, BLUEPRINTS, ADVANCED CONDUIT BENDING
| Units: | 7.5 |
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| Hours: | 80 lecture, 40 laboratory per quarter (120 total per quarter) |
| Prerequisite: | Per California Code of Regulations, this course is limited to students admitted to the San Francisco Inside Wireman Electrical Program. |
| Degree and Credit Status: | Degree-Applicable Credit Course |
| Foothill GE: | Non-GE |
| Transferable: | None |
| Grade Type: | Letter Grade (Request for Pass/No Pass) |
| Repeatability: | Not Repeatable |
This course is intended for apprentices to become trained in grounding and bonding electrical systems. It focuses on learning the electrical code related to grounding and bonding at both electrical services and transformers. Apprentices will demonstrate their ability to read residential, commercial, and industrial blueprints and circuit a job according to the National Electric Code. Students will learn and demonstrate advanced conduit bending skills. This course meets the requirements of electrical safety standards for third-year apprentices who are pursuing their certificate.
APEL 124 • LIGHTING CONTROLS SYSTEMS, FIRE ALARM SYSTEMS & BLUEPRINT READING
| Units: | 4 |
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| Hours: | 40 lecture, 53 laboratory per quarter (93 total per quarter) |
| Prerequisite: | Per California Code of Regulations, this course is limited to students admitted to the Electrical Apprenticeship Program. |
| Advisory: | Not open to students with credit in APRT 124. |
| Degree and Credit Status: | Degree-Applicable Credit Course |
| Foothill GE: | Non-GE |
| Transferable: | None |
| Grade Type: | Letter Grade (Request for Pass/No Pass) |
| Repeatability: | Not Repeatable |
Introduction to lighting controls and fire alarm life safety systems and installations. Continued discussion of blueprint reading.
APEL 124A • DC/AC SYSTEMS & THEORY REVIEW, TRANSFORMERS, PRINT READING, INTERMEDIATE CIRCUITS & CONDUIT
| Units: | 7.5 |
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| Hours: | 80 lecture, 40 laboratory per quarter (120 total per quarter) |
| Prerequisite: | Per California Code of Regulations, this course is limited to students admitted to the San Francisco Inside Wireman Electrical Program. |
| Advisory: | Not open to students with credit in APRT 124. |
| Degree and Credit Status: | Degree-Applicable Credit Course |
| Foothill GE: | Non-GE |
| Transferable: | None |
| Grade Type: | Letter Grade (Request for Pass/No Pass) |
| Repeatability: | Not Repeatable |
Students will review the fundamentals of AC and DC theory in preparation for their study of transformers. They will learn about transformer function, installation, and National Electric Code requirements. In the lab, students will gain hands-on experience with conduit bending using a sidewinder bender and applicable conduit bending formulas and practice intermediate circuit wiring and troubleshooting. Students will also continue to work with commercial and industrial blueprints and learn how to apply them to lay out a job site.
APEL 125 • TRANSFORMERS, GROUNDING & BONDING; OVERCURRENT PROTECTIVE DEVICES
| Units: | 5.5 |
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| Hours: | 56 lecture, 37 laboratory per quarter (93 total per quarter) |
| Prerequisite: | Per California Code of Regulations, this course is limited to students admitted to the Electrical Apprenticeship Program. |
| Advisory: | Not open to students with credit in APRT 125. |
| Degree and Credit Status: | Degree-Applicable Credit Course |
| Foothill GE: | Non-GE |
| Transferable: | None |
| Grade Type: | Letter Grade (Request for Pass/No Pass) |
| Repeatability: | Not Repeatable |
Continued study of transformers. Introduction to grounding and bonding. Introduction to overcurrent protective devices (breakers and fuses).
APEL 125A • FIRE ALARM SYSTEMS, EMERGENCY COMMUNICATION SYSTEMS, PUBLIC EMERGENCY SYSTEMS
| Units: | 5 |
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| Hours: | 36 lecture, 84 laboratory per quarter (120 total per quarter) |
| Prerequisite: | Per California Code of Regulations, this course is limited to students admitted to the Electrical Apprenticeship Program. |
| Degree and Credit Status: | Degree-Applicable Credit Course |
| Foothill GE: | Non-GE |
| Transferable: | None |
| Grade Type: | Letter Grade (Request for Pass/No Pass) |
| Repeatability: | Not Repeatable |
Introduction to fire alarm systems and their components. Students will be required to demonstrate knowledge in alarm system interfaces, safety control functions, advanced detection topics, emergency communications system, public emergency systems, and supervising stations. Comprehension of residential fire alarm systems, telephone, and security basics is covered in detail. This course meets the requirements of electrical safety standards for 3rd year apprentices who are pursuing their certificate.
APEL 126 • MOTORS; MOTOR CONTROL; RELAYS & RELAY LOGIC
| Units: | 5.5 |
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| Hours: | 57 lecture, 36 laboratory per quarter (93 total per quarter) |
| Prerequisite: | Per California Code of Regulations, this course is limited to students admitted to the Electrical Apprenticeship Program. |
| Advisory: | Not open to students with credit in APRT 126. |
| Degree and Credit Status: | Degree-Applicable Credit Course |
| Foothill GE: | Non-GE |
| Transferable: | None |
| Grade Type: | Letter Grade (Request for Pass/No Pass) |
| Repeatability: | Not Repeatable |
A study of different motor types and controls with emphasis on protection of the motor and conductors. Study of different relays in the electrical industry, including types of applications.
APEL 126A • OVERCURRENT DEVICES, NFPA 70E: ELECTRICAL SAFETY, INTRO TO RELAYS & CONTROLS, PHOTOVOLTAIC SYSTEMS
| Units: | 8.5 |
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| Hours: | 96 lecture, 24 laboratory per quarter (120 total per quarter) |
| Prerequisite: | Per California Code of Regulations, this course is limited to students admitted to the Electrical Apprenticeship Program. |
| Degree and Credit Status: | Degree-Applicable Credit Course |
| Foothill GE: | Non-GE |
| Transferable: | None |
| Grade Type: | Letter Grade (Request for Pass/No Pass) |
| Repeatability: | Not Repeatable |
This course introduces third-year electrical apprentices to the function, operation, installation, and code requirements for overcurrent protection devices such as breakers and fuses, the application of NFPA 70E Electrical Safety standards, the function and wiring of relays and control circuits, and the function and NEC requirements for photovoltaic systems.
APEL 127 • FIRE ALARM LIFE SAFETY SYSTEMS ADV/LIGHTING CONTROLS SYSTEMS ADV/RACEWAY & CONDUCTOR SIZING/FILL
| Units: | 5 |
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| Hours: | 48 lecture, 45 laboratory per quarter (93 total per quarter) |
| Prerequisite: | Per California Code of Regulations, this course is limited to students admitted to the Electrical Apprenticeship Program. |
| Advisory: | Not open to students with credit in APRT 127. |
| Degree and Credit Status: | Degree-Applicable Credit Course |
| Foothill GE: | Non-GE |
| Transferable: | None |
| Grade Type: | Letter Grade (Request for Pass/No Pass) |
| Repeatability: | Not Repeatable |
This course focuses on advanced lighting controls, advanced fire alarm life safety emergency control functions, raceway and conductor sizing, and conductor fill, per the National Electrical Code.
APEL 127A • ADVANCED MOTOR CONTROLS, VARIABLE FREQUENCY DRIVES, PROGRAMMABLE LOGIC CONTROLS
| Units: | 5 |
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| Hours: | 48 lecture, 48 laboratory per quarter (96 total per quarter) |
| Prerequisite: | Per California Code of Regulations, this course is limited to students admitted to the San Francisco Inside Wireman Electrical Program. |
| Degree and Credit Status: | Degree-Applicable Credit Course |
| Foothill GE: | Non-GE |
| Transferable: | None |
| Grade Type: | Letter Grade (Request for Pass/No Pass) |
| Repeatability: | Not Repeatable |
Introduction to the principles of motor speed control using variable frequency drives. Introduction to programmable logic controllers (PLCs).
APEL 128 • NEC STUDY & CALIFORNIA STATE CERTIFICATION PREPARATION, BUILDING AUTOMATION SYSTEMS, NFPA 70E
| Units: | 5 |
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| Hours: | 48 lecture, 45 laboratory per quarter (93 total per quarter) |
| Prerequisite: | Per California Code of Regulations, this course is limited to students admitted to the Electrical Apprenticeship Program. |
| Advisory: | Not open to students with credit in APRT 128. |
| Degree and Credit Status: | Degree-Applicable Credit Course |
| Foothill GE: | Non-GE |
| Transferable: | None |
| Grade Type: | Letter Grade (Request for Pass/No Pass) |
| Repeatability: | Not Repeatable |
This course provides preparation for the following: NEC study and California state certification exam, building automation systems, NFPA 70E, and walk out hands-on examination.
APEL 128A • NEC REVIEW, ELECTRIC VEHICLE POWER TRANSFER SYSTEMS, ADVANCED LIGHTING CONTROLS
| Units: | 6 |
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| Hours: | 60 lecture, 36 laboratory per quarter (96 total per quarter) |
| Prerequisite: | Per California Code of Regulations, this course is limited to students admitted to the San Francisco Inside Wireman Electrical Program. |
| Degree and Credit Status: | Degree-Applicable Credit Course |
| Foothill GE: | Non-GE |
| Transferable: | None |
| Grade Type: | Letter Grade Only |
| Repeatability: | Not Repeatable |
Students will apply National Electric Code (NEC) calculations related to electrical installations and practice NEC navigation skills. Students will be trained on electric vehicle transfer systems' function, installation, and code requirements. They will learn lighting control system fundamentals, install and troubleshoot advanced lighting control systems, and learn Title 24 energy savings code requirements related to lighting.
APEL 129 • SKILLS ASSESSMENT, FOREMAN DEVELOPMENT, RENEWABLE ENERGY SYSTEMS, HCAI/OSHPD, POWER QUALITY ANALYSIS
| Units: | 6 |
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| Hours: | 69 lecture, 24 laboratory per quarter (93 total per quarter) |
| Prerequisite: | Per California Code of Regulations, this course is limited to students admitted to the Electrical Apprenticeship Program. |
| Advisory: | Not open to students with credit in APRT 129. |
| Degree and Credit Status: | Degree-Applicable Credit Course |
| Foothill GE: | Non-GE |
| Transferable: | None |
| Grade Type: | Letter Grade (Request for Pass/No Pass) |
| Repeatability: | Not Repeatable |
This course provides a comprehensive evaluation of an individual's technical knowledge and hands-on abilities within the electrical construction industry. Additionally, it prepares journey-level electricians for leadership roles as foremen.
APEL 129A • OSHA 30, HVAC CONTROLS, ESTIMATING, FOREMAN DEVELOPMENT
| Units: | 6.5 |
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| Hours: | 72 lecture, 24 laboratory per quarter (96 total per quarter) |
| Prerequisite: | Per California Code of Regulations, this course is limited to students admitted to the San Francisco Inside Wireman Electrical Program. |
| Degree and Credit Status: | Degree-Applicable Credit Course |
| Foothill GE: | Non-GE |
| Transferable: | None |
| Grade Type: | Letter Grade (Request for Pass/No Pass) |
| Repeatability: | Not Repeatable |
In this course, apprentices will learn HVAC systems and control basics. Students undergo the 30-hour OSHA 30 training segment and receive OSHA 30 certification. Apprentices trained in foreman development will learn and demonstrate basic job management skills. Apprentices will also learn and demonstrate industry-standard estimating practices.
APEL 135 • RESIDENTIAL ELECTRICAL ORIENTATION; SAFETY & CODE INTRODUCTION
| Units: | 3 |
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| Hours: | 24 lecture, 51 laboratory per quarter (75 total per quarter) |
| Prerequisite: | Per California Code of Regulations, this course is limited to students admitted to the Electrical Apprenticeship Program. |
| Advisory: | Not open to students with credit in APRT 135. |
| Degree and Credit Status: | Degree-Applicable Credit Course |
| Foothill GE: | Non-GE |
| Transferable: | None |
| Grade Type: | Letter Grade (Request for Pass/No Pass) |
| Repeatability: | Not Repeatable |
Orientation to the electrical industry with a residential emphasis; on-the-job safety; identification of tools and materials; review of basic math. Introduction to the National Electrical Code.
APEL 136 • RESIDENTIAL ELECTRICAL D/C THEORY; BLUEPRINT READING
| Units: | 3 |
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| Hours: | 24 lecture, 51 laboratory per quarter (75 total per quarter) |
| Prerequisite: | Per California Code of Regulations, this course is limited to students admitted to the Electrical Apprenticeship Program. |
| Advisory: | Not open to student with credit in APRT 136. |
| Degree and Credit Status: | Degree-Applicable Credit Course |
| Foothill GE: | Non-GE |
| Transferable: | None |
| Grade Type: | Letter Grade (Request for Pass/No Pass) |
| Repeatability: | Not Repeatable |
Introduction to D/C electrical theory and circuitry as it relates to residential installations; conductors used in electrical wiring. Also introduces blueprint reading, including architectural and engineering symbols and scale.
APEL 137 • RESIDENTIAL ELECTRICAL A/C THEORY & CIRCUITRY
| Units: | 3 |
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| Hours: | 24 lecture, 51 laboratory per quarter (75 total per quarter) |
| Prerequisite: | Per California Code of Regulations, this course is limited to students admitted to the Electrical Apprenticeship Program. |
| Advisory: | Not open to students with credit in APRT 137. |
| Degree and Credit Status: | Degree-Applicable Credit Course |
| Foothill GE: | Non-GE |
| Transferable: | None |
| Grade Type: | Letter Grade (Request for Pass/No Pass) |
| Repeatability: | Not Repeatable |
Introduction to A/C electrical theory and circuitry as they relate to residential installations; job costing and industrial standards. Further study of the National Electrical Code focusing on codeology. Expanded development of blueprint reading skills.
APEL 138 • RESIDENTIAL WIRING LAYOUT & INSTALLATION
| Units: | 3 |
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| Hours: | 24 lecture, 51 laboratory per quarter (75 total per quarter) |
| Prerequisite: | Per California Code of Regulations, this course is limited to students admitted to the Electrical Apprenticeship Program. |
| Advisory: | Not open to students with credit in APRT 138. |
| Degree and Credit Status: | Degree-Applicable Credit Course |
| Foothill GE: | Non-GE |
| Transferable: | None |
| Grade Type: | Letter Grade (Request for Pass/No Pass) |
| Repeatability: | Not Repeatable |
Study of electrical wiring methods, circuitry, and conduit installation in residential applications. Students practice wiring layout for residential housing. Continued study of the National Electrical Code as it relates to circuits, grounding, and cable assemblies.