CONSTRUCTION EDUCATION FOUNDATION OF NORTH TEXAS
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Commercial Electrical Productivity Training
Type of Class: Short Term
8 Sessions/28 Hours
Pre-requisite: None Required
In this course you will learn basic electrical safety and safe work practices. Material identification and handling, introduction to basic EMT Conduit Bending, Wall Rough using EMT and MC Cables, best practices, identifying conductors with branch circuits and systems, good work ethics, and skill objectives.
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Conduit Bending - Beginner
Type of Class: Short Term
2 Sessions/8 Hours
Pre-requisite: None Required
In this course you will identify parts of a hand bender and identify markings as use. You will be able to demonstrate a stub 90 degree, offset and kick bends.
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Conduit Bending - Intermediate/Advanced
Type of Class: Short Term
2 Sessions/8 Hours
Pre-requisite: None Required
In this course you will learn how to bend a Back-to-Bend 90 degree; a 3-Point Saddle, a 4-Point Saddle, how to correct twisted back-to-back 90, introduce Symmetrical Bends, and troubleshoot and make corrections to bends.
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Type of Class: Semester
17 Sessions/80 Hours
Prerequisite: English or Spanish Math Test or Applied Construction Math Class and ESL Placement Test if test is taken in Spanish.
All testing must be completed no later than Friday January 17, 2025.
The course topics are: Build Your Future in Construction, Occupational Overview (The Electrical Industry), Basic Safety, Safety for Electricians, Introduction to Hand Tools, Introduction to Power Tools, Hand Bending, Device Boxes, Introduction to Basic Rigging, Introduction to Construction Math, Introduction to Electrical Circuit, Electrical Test Equipment, Basic Communication Skills, and Basic Employability Skills.
Note 1: Students must have a copy of the 2023 NEC edition.
Course: Applied Construction Math I
OR Test: TABE Math - English
OR Test: TABE Math - Spanish
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Type of Class: Semester
17 Sessions/80 Hours
Prerequisite: Electrical I-A
Students must have a copy of the 2023 NEC edition.
For students enrolling in Electrical I-A in Spring 2024, they will need to enroll in Electrical I-B as well; these are run simutaneously.
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Type of Class: Semester
17 Sessions/80 Hours
Prerequisite: Electrical I-B
The course topics are: Alternating Current, Motors: Theory & Application, Electrical Lighting, Conduit Bending, Pull and Junction Boxes, and Conductor Installations.
Note 1: Students must have a copy of the 2023 NEC edition.
OR Course: Electrical I Doubletime
OR Course: Electrical I - B Spanish
OR Test: Electrical Placement
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Type of Class: Semester
17 Sessions/80 Hours
Prerequisite: Electrical II-A
The course topics are: Cable Tray; Conductor Terminations and Splices; Grounding and Bonding; Circuit Breakers and Fuses; and Control Systems and Fundamental Concepts.
Note: Students must have a copy of the 2023 NEC edition.
Course: Electrical II - A
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Type of Class: Semester
18 Sessions/80 Hours
Prerequisite: Electrical II-B
The course topics: are Load Calculations (Branch and Feeders Circuits), Conductor Selection and Calculations, Practical Applications of Lighting, Hazardous Locations, and Overcurrent Protection.
Note: Students must have a copy of the 2023 NEC edition.
Course: Electrical II - B
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Type of Class: Semester
17 Sessions/80 Hours
Prerequisite: Electrical III-A
The course topics are: Distribution Equipment; Transformers; Commercial Electrical Services; Motors Calculations; Voice, Data, and Video; and Motor Controls.
Note: Students must have a copy of the 2023 NEC edition.
Course: Electrical III - A
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Type of Class: Semester
18 Sessions/80 Hours
Prerequisite: Electrical III-B
This level is crucial for Journeyman Exam Preparation. Course topics are: Load Calculations (Feeders & Services), Health Care Facilities, Standby & Emergency Systems, Basic Electronic Theory, and Fire Alarm Systems.
Note: Students must have a copy of the 2023 NEC edition.
Course: Electrical III - B
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Type of Class: Semester
17 Sessions/80 Hours
Prerequisite: Electrical IV-A
This level is crucial for Journeyman Exam Preparation. Course topics are: Specialty Transformers; Advanced Controls; HVAC Controls; Heat Tracing and Freeze Protection; Motor Operation and Maintenance; Medium Voltage Terminations/Splices; Special Locations; Fundamentals of Crew Leadership; Unit 5- Raceway and box Calculations- Part A- Raceway sizing; Insulated conductors- Chapter 9 tables 5 and 8; Raceway Properties and Sizing; Annex C; Part B- Outlet Box Fill; Sizing Boxes for Conductors; Part C- Pull and Junction Boxes- Sizing Requirements; Unit 6-Part A- Conductor sizing and Protection- Conductor insulation; Conductor Sizes; Equipment Terminal Ratings; Part B- Conductor Ampacity; Ambient Temperature Corrections; Rooftop installations; Current Carrying Conductors; Conductor Sizing; Feeder Tap Rules; Unit 8- Motor and A/C Calculations; Part A- Motor calculations- scope of article 430; Motor Full Load Currents; Motor Nameplates; Branch Circuit Sizing; Feeder Conductor Sizing; Overcurrent Protection; Overload Protection Sizing; Short Circuit and Ground Fault Protection.
Note: Students must have a copy of the 2023 NEC edition.
Course: Electrical IV - A
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Electrical Journeyman Prep
Type of Class: Semester
12 Sessions/48 Hours
Prerequisite (all are required): (1) At least three years experience in Electrical Trade. (2) Basic math skills with ability to solve simple algebraic equations.
This class will consist of: an intensive NEC review of Services and Service Equipment; Wiring Methods and Installation; Cabinets; Panelboards; Switchboards; Boxes and Conduit Bodies; Conductors; Motors and Generators; Utilization Equipment and Devices; Special Occupancies and Uses; Ambient Temperature and Other Conductor Derating Factors; Low Voltage Systems NEC requirements; and Hazardous locations.
Note: Students must have a copy of the 2023 NEC edition.
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Type of Class: Semester
13 Sessions/52 Hours
Prerequisite (all are required): (1) At least three years experience in Electrical Trade and preferably some classroom hours. (2) Basic math skills with ability to solve simple algebraic equations.
This class will consist of: an intensive NEC review of Services and Service Equipment; Wiring Methods and Installation; Conductors; Special Occupancies and Uses; Ambient Temperature Derating; Electrical Calculations of Single Family, Multi-Family and Two Family Dwellings; and Electrical Calculations of Commercial Structures (i.e. Schools, Offices, Stores, Banks, Marinas, etc.).
Note: Students must have a copy of the 2023 NEC Edition.
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