ELCON 101 Introduction to Electrical Construction

This course is an introduction to Electrical Construction, with a strong emphasis on occupationally specific safety guidelines and standards. Students will learn to apply safety principles, complete safety checklists, and adhere to OSHA/WISHA and NFPA 70E guidelines. The course also prepares students for the physical demands of the job, including physical strength, stamina, and agility, while highlighting the role of an electrician in diverse job sites and teaching them to identify and address hazardous conditions.

Credits

3

Corequisites

This course must be taken the first quarter of the program and must be taken in conjunction with ELCON 102, ELCON 103 and ELCON 104.

Distribution

Career Training

Offered

Fall, Spring

Notes

Hybrid, Wed-enhanced

Outcomes

1. Apply safety principles specific to electrical construction.
2. Complete comprehensive electrical safety checklists.
3. Follow OSHA/WISHA and NFPA 70E guidelines rigorously.
4. Identify hazardous conditions on the job site.
5. Recognize the role of an electrician in a Diverse Jobsite.
6. Solve electrical safety problems effectively.
7. Prepare for the physical demands of the job, including developing physical strength, stamina, and agility.