Construction Electrician Program Outline

Construction Electrician
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Construction ELECTRICIAN
PROGRAM OUTLINE
February, 2006
Developed By
Industry Training Authority
Province of British Columbia
Electrician Program Outline • Industry Training Authority

TABLE OF CONTENTS
Foreword ii
Acknowledgements iii
Section 1 – Occupational Analysis 1
Occupational Analysis Chart 2
Section 2 – Electrician Program Outline 4
Apprenticeship Training System 5
Schedule of Time Allotment for Level 1 6

Program Outline for Level 1 12

Section 3 – Training Provider Standards 164
Faculty Credential and Experience Requirements 165

Recommended Reference Textbooks 1656
Minimum List of Shop and Laboratory Equipment for Level 1 169
Electrician Program Outline • Industry Training Authority i

FOREWORD
This Program Outline is for use in Electrician apprenticeship training classes sponsored
by the Industry Training Authority and will be used as a guide for instructors in the
formal classroom portions of apprenticeship training.
Practical demonstration and student participation should always be integrated with

classroom sessions.
Safe working practices, though not always specified in each of the competencies and
learning tasks, are an implied part of the program and should be stressed throughout
the apprenticeship.
This Program Outline includes a list of recommended reference textbooks that are
available to support the learning objectives and the minimum shop requirements
needed to support instruction.
SAFETY ADVISORY
Be advised that references to the WorkSafe BC safety regulations contained within
these materials do not/may not reflect the most recent Occupational Health and
Safety Regulation (the current Standards and Regulation in BC can be obtained on
the following website: http://www.worksafebc.com. Please note that it is always the
responsibility of any person using these materials to inform him/herself about the
Occupational Health and Safety Regulation pertaining to his/her work.
Electrician Program Outline • Industry Training Authority ii

ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS
The Program Outline was prepared with the advice and direction from an industry
Steering Committee convened by the British Columbia Construction Association with
funding support from the Industry Training Authority, including:
Mickey Bliss, BC Instructor Articulation

Ron Fettback, Western Pacific Enterprises
Rod Goy, BC Colleges and Institutes Consortium
Peter Krause, Paragon Electrical Installations
Dan Mott, Mott Electric Ltd.
Gerry Reinders, Granby Enterprises Inc.
The Industry Training Authority would like to acknowledge the dedication and hard work
of the industry representatives appointed to identify the training requirements of the
Electrician trade.
Industry Representatives
Mario Baptista, Canem West Services
Brent Baptiste, Western Pacific Enterprises
Mike Baxter, Mott Electric Ltd.
Stuart Blundell, Canfor
Nick Bourassa, Lakewood Electric
Dan Campbell, Keldon Electric and Data Ltd.
Richard Campbell, Electrical Contractors Association of BC
Bill Card, Ross Morrison Electric
Larry Carriere, Keldon Electric and Data Ltd.
Dallas Crompton, Status Electrical Corp.
Dave Fettback, Western Pacific Enterprises
Jim Reaugh, Bridge Electric Corp.
Al Stewart, Duke Energy Gas Transmission West
Graham Trafford, Mott Electric Ltd.
Instructor Articulation Representatives

Jim Gamble, Okanagan College
Jim Paterson, Selkirk College
Peter Poeschek, Thompson Rivers University
Stephen Sallaway, British Columbia Institute of Technology
John Todrick, University College of the Fraser Valley
Facilitators
Keith Dunbar
Sandy McGechaen
Lee Middleton
Electrician Program Outline • Industry Training Authority iii

SECTION 1
OCCUPATION ANALYSIS CHART
Electrician Program Outline • Industry Training Authority 1

ELECTRICIAN
Occupation Analysis Chart
USE ESSENTIAL Demonstrate Use effective Demonstrate quality Solve problems using Solve problems using Use analytical
SKILLS employability skills communication skills workmanship applied mathematics applied science troubleshooting
A A1 A2 A3 A4 A5 techniques A6
P P P P 2 P 1
Use computers
A7
1
USE SAFE WORK Perform lockout Apply WCB standards Apply safe work practices Apply WHMIS Use a daily safety plan
PRACTICES procedures and regulations
B B1 B2 B3 B4 B5
1 1 1 4 1 1
USE TOOLS AND Use hand tools Use power tools Use fastening systems Use powder actuated Use access equipment Use safe rigging
EQUIPMENT tools techniques
C C1 C2 C3 C4 C5 C6
P P P P P P 1
APPLY CIRCUIT Use electrical circuit Analyze DC circuits Solve problems using the Analyze single-phase AC Analyze three-phase Analyze electronic
CONCEPTS concepts principles of circuits circuits circuits
D D1 D2 electromagnetism D3 D4 D5 D6
1 2 1 4 1 2 4 3 4 1 2 3 4
USE TEST EQUIPMENT Use analog meters Use digital meters Use scopes Use power quality Perform structured cable
analyzers testing and reporting
E E1 E2 E3 E4 E5
1 1 2 3 4
READ AND INTERPRET Use circuit drawings Use construction Use manuals and Plan time and materials
DRAWINGS AND drawings and manufacturer’s
MANUALS F F1 specifications F2 instructions F3 F4
1 1 1 1
APPLY THE CEC, Describe the Application Apply the CEC to Apply other regulations
REGULATIONS AND of the Canadian Electrical installations and codes
STANDARDS G Code (CEC) G1 G2 G3
1 1 2 3 4 1

ELECTRICIAN
Occupation Analysis Chart
INSTALL LOW Install service equipment Install grounding and Install distribution centres Install raceways, boxes Install conductors and Install protective devices
VOLTAGE bonding and fittings cables
DISTRIBUTION
SYSTEMS H H1 H2 H3 H4 H5 H6
1 2 3 4 1 3 2 3 1 2 3 4 1 2 3 4 2
Install devices Install emergency power Install alternative power

systems systems
H7 H8 H9
1 2 3 4 4
INSTALL ELECTRICAL Install lighting and lighting Install transformers Install DC motors and Install AC motors and Install HVAC
EQUIPMENT controls generators alternators
I I1 I2 I3 I4 I5
2 2 3 4 3 3 4
INSTALL CONTROL Install manual motor Install magnetic motor Install electronic motor Install PLCs Install process controls
CIRCUITS controls controls controls
J J1 J2 J3 J4 J5
1 1 2 3 4 3 4 4 4
INSTALL SIGNAL AND Install fire alarm and Install structured cabling Install nurse call systems Install building automation Install sound systems Install entertainment
COMMUNICATION suppression systems systems systems systems
SYSTEMS K K1 K2 K3 K4 K5 K6
4 4 4 4 4 4
Install CATV systems Install security alarm

systems
K7 K8
4 4
INSTALL HIGH Apply high voltage safety Install high voltage cable Install high voltage switch Use high voltage test
VOLTAGE SYSTEMS procedures gear equipment
L L1 L2 L3 L4
4 4 4 4

SECTION 2
ELECTRICIAN
PROGRAM OUTLINE

ELECTRICIAN APPRENTICESHIP
TRAINING SYSTEM
Entry
Assessment
Electrician
Apprenticeship
Level 1
(300 Hours)
Electrician
Apprenticeship
Level 2
(300 Hours)
Electrician
Apprenticeship
Level 3
(300 Hours)
Winder Electrician Electrician

Specific Training Apprenticeship
Level 4
(300 Hours)
Winder
Electrician Electrician
IP IP
and and
C of Q C of Q

SUGGESTED SCHEDULE OF TIME ALLOTMENT FOR LEVEL 1
Level One Theory Practical Page
Line A Use Essential Skills % of Time 6

A-6 Use Analytical Troubleshooting Techniques  13
A-7 Use Computers  14
Line B Use Safe Work Practices % of Time 3

B-1 Perform Lockout Procedures  16
B-2 Apply WCB Standards and Regulations  17
B-3 Apply Safe Work Practices  19
B-4 Apply WHMIS  22
B-5 Use a Daily Safety Plan  25
Line C Use Tools and Equipment % of Time 0

C-6 Use Safe Rigging Techniques  27
Line D Apply Circuit Concepts % of Time 53

D-1 Use Electrical Circuit Concepts  28
D-2 Analyze DC Circuits  31
D-3 Solve Problems Using the Principles of Electromagnetism  34
D-6 Analyze Electronic Circuits  36
Line E Use Test Equipment % of Time 4

E-1 Use Analog Meters  38
E-2 Use Digital Meters  39
Line F Read and Interpret Drawings and Manuals % of Time 10

F-1 Use Circuit Drawings  40
F-2 Use Construction Drawings and Specifications  41
F-3 Use Manuals and Manufacturer’s Instructions  43
F-4 Plan Time and Materials  44
Line G Apply the CEC, Regulations, and Standards % of Time 12

G-1 Describe the Application of the Canadian Electrical Code
 45
(CEC)
G-2 Apply the CEC to Installations  46
G-3 Apply Other Regulations and Codes  47

Level One Theory Practical Page
Line H Install Low Voltage Distributions Systems % of Time 2

H-1 Install Service Equipment  48
H-2 Install Grounding and Bonding  49
H-4 Install Raceways, Boxes and Fittings  50
H-5 Install Conductors and Cables  52
H-7 Install Devices  54
Line J Install Control Circuits % of Time 10

J-1 Install Manual Motor Controls  56
J-2 Install Magnetic Motor Controls  57
Total Percentage for Level One 100%

Level Two Theory Practical Page
Line A Use Essential Skills % of Time 4

A-4 Solve Problems Using Applied Mathematics  60

D-1 Use Electrical Circuit Concepts  61
D-4 Analyze Single-Phase AC Circuits  64

E-3 Use Scopes  69


H-3 Install Distribution Centres  73
H-6 Install Protective Devices  79
Line I Install Electrical Equipment % of Time 21

I-1 Install Lighting and Lighting Controls  83
I-2 Install Transformers  86

Total Percentage for Level Two 100%

Level Three Theory Practical Page

D-5 Analyze Three-Phase Circuits  92

E-4 Use Power Quality Analyzers  97


H-2 Install Grounding and Bonding  101
H-3 Install Distribution Centres  103
H-5 Install Conductor and Cables  106

I-3 Install DC Motors and Generators  113
I-4 Install AC Motors and Alternators  115

J-3 Install Electronic Motor Controls  122
Total Percentage for Level Three 100%

Level Four Theory Practical Page

D-2 Analyze DC Circuits  124
D-4 Analyze Single-Phase AC Circuits  125
D-5 Analyze Three-Phase Circuits  126

E-5 Perform Structured Cable Testing and Reporting  128


H-8 Install Emergency Power Systems  138
H-9 Install Alternative Power Systems  140

I-5 Install HVAC  142

J-3 Install Electronic Motor Controls  145
J-4 Install PLCs  146
J-5 Install Process Controls  149
Line K Install Signal and Communication Systems % of Time 15

K-1 Install Fire Alarm and Suppression Systems  150
K-2 Install Structured Cabling Systems  151
K-3 Install Nurse Call Systems  153
K-4 Install Building Automation Systems  154
Level Four Theory Practical Page
K-5 Install Sound Systems  155
K-6 Install Entertainment Systems  156
K-7 Install CATV Systems  157
K-8 Install Security Alarm Systems  158
Line L Install High Voltage Systems % of Time 9

L-1 Apply High Voltage Safety Procedures  159
L-2 Install High Voltage Cable  160
L-3 Install High Voltage Switch Gear  161
L-4 Use of High Voltage Test Equipment  163
Total Percentage for Level Four 100%

PROGRAM OUTLINE
FOR
LEVEL 1

LINE A: USE ESSENTIAL SKILLS
Competency: A6 Use Analytical Troubleshooting Techniques
Learning Objectives:
1. The learner will be able to use systematic procedures to efficiently identify the source and
type of malfunction or fault in equipment.
LEARNING TASKS CONTENT
1. Describe techniques to  Units of function

accurately break systems down
into units of function to narrow
trouble search
2. Describe techniques to  Manual
determine equipment  Schematics
specifications and operating
parameters  Internet resources
3. Describe and use flow charts and  Flow charts
process charts in troubleshooting  Logic charts
 Process charts

Competency: A7 Use Computers
1. The learner will be able to describe the components of a computer system.
2. The learner will be able to install, use and uninstall software.
3. The learner will be able to create and store data.
4. The learner will be able use the internet.
1. Describe the components of a  Central processing units

computer  Memory types and cache
 Power supply and battery
 Disk drives, controllers
 Monitors, keyboards, and mice
 PCI slots and I/O ports
 Basic input-output system (BIOS)
 CMOS set-up
4. Describe common peripheral  Video display interface
interfaces  Sound cards
 Internal modem cards
 Network interface cards
 Serial/parallel port cards
5. Describe how to install peripheral  Plug and play
interfaces  Interrupt request setting (IRQ)
 Direct memory access (DMA) setting
 Software device drivers
 Wireless devices
6. Connect peripheral hardware  Monitor and keyboard
components  Mouse
 Printer/plotter
 Scanner

7. Install, use and uninstall software  Operating system
 Application software
 Security software
8. Create and store data  Drives
 Folders
 Networks
9. Access and use the internet  Search engines
 E-mail
 Research

LINE B: USE SAFE WORK PRACTICES
Competency: B1 Perform Lockout Procedures
1. The learner will be able to explain lockout requirements and use lockout procedures for
various situations.
2. The learner will be able de-energize and isolate equipment.
1. Explain lock-out requirements for  Electrical

various sources of energy  Hazardous energy
 Mechanical
 Gravity
 Pressure
 Static
 Hydraulic
 Steam
 Pneumatic/vacuum
 Hazardous gases
 Toxic
 Flammable
2. Use lock-out procedures  Plant requirements

 Use of locks
 Scissors
 Breaker locks
 Cord locks
 Lockout board
 Tags
 Documentation
 Cables
 Key-box system
 Blinding
 Standby person
 Isolation of vessels
 Matching of the lockout to the vessel
being worked on

Competency: B2 Apply WCB Standards and Regulations
1. The learner will be able to describe the application of the parts of the Workers’
Compensation Act outlined in the Occupational Health and Safety Regulations.
2. The learner will be able to locate and apply the Parts of the Occupational Health and Safety
Regulation as it applies to the construction electrician
1. Define terms used in the  Definitions, Section 1 of the Act

Workers’ Compensation Act
2. Describe the conditions under  Part 1, Division 2 of the Act

which compensation will be paid
(Book 1)
3. State the general duties of  Part 2, Division 3, Sections 115-124 of

employers, employees and the Act
others (Book 1)
4. State the Workers’  Part1, Division 5, Sections 53 and 54 of

Compensation Act requirements the Act
for the reporting of accidents
(Book 1)
5. State the “Core Requirements” of  Definitions

the Occupational Health and  Application
Safety Regulation (Book 1)
 Rights and Responsibilities
 Health and safety programs
 Investigations and reports
 Workplace inspections
 Right to refuse work
 General Conditions
 Building and equipment safety
 Emergency preparedness
 Preventing violence
 Working alone
 Ergonomics
 Illumination
 Indoor air quality
 Smoking and lunchrooms
6. Locate the “General Hazard  Chemical and biological substances

Requirements” of the  Substance specific requirements
Occupational Health and Safety
Regulation (Book 2)  Noise, vibration, radiation and
temperature
 Personal protective clothing and
equipment
 Confined spaces
 De-energization and lockout
 Fall protection
 Tools, machinery and equipment
 Ladders, scaffolds and temporary work
platforms
 Cranes and hoists
 Rigging
 Mobile equipment
 Transportation of workers
 Traffic control
 Electrical safety

Competency: B3 Apply Safe Work Practices
1. The learner will be able to apply personal safety measures.
2. The learner will be able to identify and use shop emergency equipment.
3. The learner will be able to prevent, identify and extinguish various classes of fires.
1. Apply personal safety  Personal apparel

precautions and procedures  Clothing
 Hair and beards
 Jewelry
 Personal protection
 Head
 Hands
 Lungs
 Eyes
 Ears
 Feet
 Fall protection
 Safety meetings
 Housekeeping
 Equipment and machine lock-out
 Ventilation systems
 Clear head
 Horseplay
 Respect for others safety
 Constant awareness of surroundings
 Lifting

2. Locate shop emergency  Emergency shutoffs
equipment and means of egress  Fire control systems
 Eye wash facilities
 Emergency exits
 First aid facilities
 Emergency contact/phone numbers
 Outside meeting place
 Disaster meeting place
3. Describe the conditions  Air

necessary to support a fire  Fuel
 Heat
4. Describe the classes of fires  Class A

according to the materials being  Class B
burned
 Class C
 Class D
 Symbols and colours
5. Apply preventative fire safety  Fuels

precautions when working near,  Diesel
handling or storing flammable  Gasoline
liquids or gases, combustible  Propane
materials and electrical  Natural Gas
apparatus
 Ventilation
 Purging
 Lubricants
 Oily rags
 Combustible metals
 Aerosols

6. Describe the considerations and  Warning others and fire department
steps to be taken prior to fighting  Evacuation of others
a fire.
 Fire contained and not spreading
 Personal method of egress
 Training
7. Describe the procedure for using  P.A.S.S.

a fire extinguisher  Pull
 Aim
 Squeeze
 Sweep

Competency: B4 Apply WHMIS
1. The learner will be able to describe the purpose of the Workplace Hazardous Materials
Information System (WHMIS) Regulations.
2. The learner will be able to explain the contents of material safety data sheets (MSDS).
3. The learner will be able to explain the contents of a WHMIS label.
4. The learner will be able to apply WHIMIS regulations.
5. The learner will complete training and obtain WHMIS certification.
1. State the legislation that requires  Hazardous Product Act

suppliers of hazardous materials  Controlled Products Regulations
to provide MSDSs and label
products as a condition of sale  Ingredient Disclosure List
and importation  Hazardous Materials Information
Review Act
 Hazardous Materials Information
Review Regulations
2. State the purpose of the  Protection of Canadian workers from

Workplace Hazardous Materials the adverse effects of hazardous
Information System (WHMIS) materials through the provision of
relevant information while minimizing
the economic impact on industry and
the disruption of trade
 Recognition of rights
 Workers
 Employers
 Suppliers
 Regulators
3. Describe the key elements of  Material safety data sheets (MSDSs)

WHMIS  Labeling of containers of hazardous
materials
 Worker education programs

4. Describe the responsibilities of  Provide
suppliers under WHMIS  MSDSs
 Labels
5. Describe the responsibilities of  Provide

employers under WHMIS  MSDSs
 Labels
 Work education programs in the
workplace
6. Describe information to be  Hazardous ingredients

disclosed on a MSDS  Preparation information
 Product information
 Physical data
 Fire or explosion
 Reactivity data
 Toxicological properties
 Preventive measures
 First-aid measures
7. Identify symbols found on  Compressed gases

WHMIS labels and their meaning  Flammable and combustible materials
 Oxidizing materials
 Poisonous and infectious materials
 Materials Causing Immediate and
Serious Toxic Effects
 Materials Causing Other Toxic
Effects
 Biohazardous Infectious Materials
 Corrosive Materials
 Dangerously Reactive Materials

8. Apply WHMIS regulations as  Use, storage and disposal of
they apply to hazardous  Solvents
materials used in the shop  Caustic cleaners
 Cleaning solutions
 Alcohol used for cleaning
 Gasoline
 Diesel fuel
 L.P.G.
 C.N.G.
 Asbestos
 Battery acid
 Refrigerants
 Brake fluid
 Antifreeze
 Lubricants
 Tracer Dyes
9. Obtain WHMIS certification  Training

 Testing
 Certification

Competency: B5 Use a Daily Safety Plan
1. The learner will be able to identify various possible hazards that may be encountered on
the job site.
2. The learner will be able to describe elements of a safe work plan.
1. Describe steps involved in  Identify job steps

performing a job safety analysis  Identify hazards associated with each
job step
 Formulate a safe work plan
 Document procedures
2. Identify and assess job hazards  Atmosphere

 Confined space
 Housekeeping
 Hot work
 Elevation
 Tools
 Energy sources
 Hoisting and rigging
3. Describe elements of a safe work  Document procedures

plan  Personal protective equipment
 Isolation and lockout procedures
 Ventilation
 Gas testing
 Fall protection
 Guarding

 Training
 Inspection
 Procedures
 Lifting plan

LINE C: USE TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT
Competency: C6 Use Safe Rigging Techniques
1. The learner will be able to describe slings.
2. The learner will be able to demonstrate hand signals.
3. The learner will be able to inspect lifting devices.
1. Describe slings  Types of slings

 Use of slings
 Load ratings
2. Demonstrate hand signals for  Standard crane operator hand signals
crane operation
3. Inspect lifting devices  Equipment inspection techniques

LINE D: APPLY CIRCUIT CONCEPTS
Competency: D1 Use Electrical Circuit Concepts
1. The learner will be able to describe the principles of electricity.
2. The learner will be able to apply the principles of electricity.
3. The learner will be able to describe electrical circuit components.
4. The learner will be able to describe electrical circuit concepts.
5. The learner will be able to apply electrical circuit concepts.
1. Describe the structure of matter  States of matter

 Elements and compounds
 Molecules and atoms
 Conductors, insulators and
semiconductors
2. Describe the concepts of electric  Laws of charges and electrostatic fields
charge and current flow  Applications of static charges
 Hazards of static charges
 Electron flow and polarity
 Direct current and alternating current
3. Describe methods of producing  Triboelectric effect
electricity  Electrochemical effect
 Piezoelectric effect
 Thermoelectric effect
 Photovoltaic effect
 Magnetoelectric effect
4. Describe electrical quantities,  Coloumb
units and symbols  Ampere
 Volt
 Ohm
 Watt
 Joule

5. Perform calculations using  Ohm’s Law
Ohm’s Law and Watt’s Law  Watt’s Law
 Solving problems
 Converting between metric prefixes
6. Describe the relationship  Power and energy calculations
between electrical power and  Percent efficiency
energy
 Reasons for different voltage levels
7. Identify common drawings for  Pictorial diagram
electric circuits  Block diagram
 One-line diagram
 Wiring diagram
 Schematic diagram
8. Describe the basic operation of  Circuit terminology
electric circuits  Circuit components
 Polarity and current flow
9. Calculate values of voltage,  Ohm’s Law
current, resistance and power in  Watt’s Law
electric circuits
 Factors affecting resistance
 Power dissipation in resistance devices
 Voltage drop and power loss in
conductors
10. Describe meters for  Safety precautions
measurements in electric circuits  Voltmeter use
 Ammeter use
 Ohmmeter use
 Multimeter use
 Reading scales
11. Describe features of resistors  Common types and ratings
 Resistor Colour codes
 Potentiometers and rheostats
12. Describe features of switches  Terminology
 Switch classifications
 Circuit applications

13. Describe features of circuit  Terminology
protection devices  Fuses
 Circuit Breakers
14. Describe the characteristics of  Properties of conducting materials
common conducting materials  Solid conductors
and conductor forms
 Stranded conductors
15. Describe common insulating  Properties of common insulations
materials used for conductors  Insulation ratings
 Applications and conditions of use
16. Describe the application of  Categories of use
various types of conductors  Single conductors
 Cables
 Flexible wires and cords
 Bus bars
 Grounding and bonding
17. Measure and describe sizing of  Circular and square mils
conductors  American wire gauge sizes
 Metric wire sizes
18. Calculate the resistance of  Factors affecting resistance
conductors  Temperature effects
19. Determine the ampacity of  Factors affecting ampacity
various types of conductors  Conductor charts
 Use of Canadian Electrical Code
20. Solve problems involving  Line voltage drop
conductor line drop and line loss  Line power loss
 Conductor sizing

Competency: D2 Analyze DC Circuits
1. The learner will be able to describe the operating principles of series circuits.
2. The learner will be able to analyze series circuits.
3. The learner will be able to describe the operating principles of parallel circuits.
4. The learner will be able to analyze parallel circuits.
5. The learner will be able to describe the operating principles of combination circuits.
6. The learner will be able to analyze combination circuits.
7. The learner will be able to describe the operating principles of voltage dividers.
8. The learner will be able to analyze voltage dividers.
9. The learner will be able to describe the operating principles of bridge circuits.
10. The learner will be able to analyze bridge circuits.
11. The learner will be able to describe the operating principles of three-wire circuits.
12. The learner will be able to analyze three-wire circuits.
1. Describe the characteristics of a  Connection of components

series circuit  Polarity
 Resistance, voltage and current
 Effects of an open
2. Solve problems involving series  Development of schematic diagrams
circuits  Kirchhoff’s voltage law
 Resistance, voltage, current and power
calculations
3. Describe effects of voltage  Series aiding emfs
sources in series  Series opposing emfs
4. Connect and test series circuits  Component selection
 Circuit connections and measurements
 Testing and troubleshooting

parallel circuit  Polarity
 Voltage, current and resistance
6. Solve problems involving parallel  Development of schematic diagrams
circuits  Kirchhoff’s current law
calculations
 Branch current proportionality
7. Describe effects of voltage  Polarity and connections
sources in parallel  Standby (backup) systems
8. Connect and test parallel circuits  Component selection
combination circuit  Polarity
10. Solve problems involving  Development of schematic diagrams
combination circuits  Kirchhoff’s voltage and current laws
 Series equivalent circuits
calculations
11. Connect and test combination  Component selection
circuits  Circuit connections and measurements
voltage divider circuit  Polarity
 Loading effects
 Positive and negative voltages

 Potentiometer circuits
 Applications
13. Solve problems involving voltage  Voltage, current, resistance and power
divider circuits calculations
14. Connect and test voltage divider  Component selection
bridge circuit  Polarity
 Wheatstone bridge
 Applications
16. Solve problems involving bridge  Balanced bridge conditions
circuits  Unbalanced bridge conditions
17. Connect and test bridge circuits  Component selection
18. Describe the features of a three-  Connection of components
wire distribution system  Neutral grounding and safety
 Balanced loading
 Unbalanced loading
 Effect of open (high resistance) neutral
 Effect of open (blown fuse) line
19. Solve problems involving three-  Balanced load conditions
wire circuits  Unbalanced load conditions
 Open line and/or neutral conditions
20. Connect and test three-wire  Component selection

Competency: D3 Solve Problems Using the Principles of Electromagnetism
1. The learner will be able to describe the principles of electromagnetism.
2. The learner will be able to solve problems involving magnetic circuits.
1. Describe the characteristics of  Direction of magnetic fields

magnetic lines of force  Magnetic loops
 Magnetic tension
 Laws of attraction and repulsion
 Magnetic screens
 Methods of magnetizing and
demagnetizing ferromagnetic materials
2. Describe the effects of current  Left hand rule for current carrying
carrying conductors and coils conductors
 Parallel current carrying conductors
 Left hand rule for coils
 Features of electromagnets
3. Describe terminology and units of  Magnetomotive force
measure for magnetic circuits  Magnetic flux and flux density
 Reluctance and permeability
 Saturation and hysteresis
 Residual magnetism
 Magnetic cores and air gaps
4. Describe applications of  Lifting magnets
magnetic devices  Solenoids and relays
 Bells and buzzers
 Magnetic circuit breaker
 Field poles for motors and generators

5. Solve problems involving  Magnetomotive force
electromagnetic circuits  Magnetizing force
 Magnetic flux and flux density
 Reluctance and permeability
 Saturation and hysteresis
 Magnetic cores and air gaps

Competency: D6 Analyze Electronic Circuits
1. The learner will be able to describe operating principles of diodes in DC circuits.
2. The learner will be able to analyze DC electronic circuits that utilize diodes.
3. The learner will be able to describe operating principles of BJTs in DC circuits.
4. The learner will be able to analyze DC electronic circuits that utilize BJTs.
1. Describe characteristics of  Semiconductor elements

semiconductor materials  N-type semiconductor
 P-type semiconductor
 Temperature coefficient
2. Describe features of the PN  Voltage and current characteristics
junction diode  Leads and polarity
 Specifications and ratings
3. Describe features of the Zener  Voltage and current characteristics
diode  Leads and polarity
4. Describe features of photo and  Voltage and current characteristics
light-emitting diodes  Leads and polarity
5. Connect and test simple diode  Diode switching circuits
circuits  Free-wheeling diodes
 Zener voltage regulator circuits
 Optoelectronic circuits
6. Describe features of the bipolar  NPN and PNP types
junction transistor  Symbols and lead identification
 Common case styles

7. Describe basic applications of  DC amplifier circuit
the junction transistor in DC  DC switch circuit
circuits
 Terms and abbreviations
 Ratings and specifications
8. Describe features of specialty  Darlington transistors
transistors  Phototransistors
9. Connect and test transistor  Selection of components

LINE E: USE TEST EQUIPMENT
Competency: E1 Use Analog Meters
1. The learner will be able to select appropriate analog meters.
2. The learner will be able to use analog meters.
3. The learner will be able to maintain analog meters.
1. Select analog meters  Voltmeters

 Ammeters
 Ohmmeters
 Wattmeters
 Plunge testers
 E-field testers
 Meggers
 Multimeters
2. Use analog meters  Safety
 Circuit placement
 Function (multimeters)
 Ranges and specifications
 Polarity
 Reading scales
 Zero adjustment
 Stray magnetic fields
 Meter loading effect
3. Maintain analog meters  Inspection
 Storage
 Part replacement

Competency: E2 Use Digital Meters
1. The learner will be able to select appropriate digital meters.
2. The learner will be able to use digital meters.
3. The learner will be able to maintain digital meters.
1. Select digital meters  Voltmeters

 Ammeters
 Ohmmeters
 Wattmeters
 Meggers
 Multimeters
 Infrared scanner
 Thermographic imaging equipment
 Category ratings
2. Use digital meters  Safety
 Circuit placement
 Function (multimeters)
 Ranges and specifications
 Polarity
 Reading scales
 Stray magnetic fields
3. Maintain digital meters  Inspection
 Storage
 Part replacement

LINE F: READ AND INTERPRET DRAWINGS AND MANUALS
Competency: F1 Use Circuit Drawings
1. The learner will be able to use schematic drawings.
2. The learner will be able to use wiring diagrams.
3. The learner will be able to use single line diagrams.
4. The learner will be able to interpret information contained in manuals.
2. Identify symbols  Components

 Line weights
 Conventions
 Labels
3. Describe conventions for  Use of lines
schematic diagrams  Arrangement of components
 Labels and identification
4. Describe conventions for wiring  Use of lines
diagrams  Arrangement of components
5. Describe the conventions for  Use of lines
single-line diagrams  Arrangement of components
6. Use diagrams to convey  Schematic
information  Wiring
 Single-line
7. Convert between schematic and  Diagram layouts
wiring diagrams  Wiring numbering system

Competency: F2 Use Construction Drawings and Specifications
1. The learner will be able to locate information found on working drawings.
2. The learner will be able to interpret information found on working drawings.
3. The learner will be able to coordinate information found on various drawings and
supporting material.
4. The learner will be able to modify drawings to reflect changes made during construction.
1. Describe the principles of  Principal views

orthographic projection  Planes of projection
 Hidden lines
 Isometric drawings
 Section views
8. Identify lines, lettering and  Conventional lines
dimensioning used in sketches  Techniques of lettering
and drawings
 Basic rules for dimensions
9. Describe the application of  Detail drawings
working drawings  Assembly drawings
10. Describe common construction  Divisions
drawings and their major  Architectural
divisions  Structural
 Mechanical
 Plumbing
 Electrical
 Working drawings
 Site/plot plan
 Plan drawings
 Elevation drawings
 Sectional drawings
 Detail drawings

11. Describe common drawing  Index page
conventions  Title blocks
 Scales
 Use of lines
 Keys, legends and notes
 Schedules
 Specifications
12. Describe electrical working  Electrical site/plot plans
drawings  Electrical floor plans
 Electrical elevation drawings
 Electrical sectional drawings
 Electrical detail drawings
 “As-built” drawings (record drawings)
13. Use prints and drawings to locate  Select drawings
information  Read specifications
 Identify schedules
 Identify symbols
 Determine wiring requirements
14. Use Specifications  Divisions
 Content

Competency: F3 Use Manuals and Manufacturer’s Instructions
1. The learner will be able to apply information normally contained in manuals and
instructions.
1. Identify information normally  Safety

found in manuals and  Models
instructions
 Assembly
 Installation
 Programming
 Operation
 Maintenance
 Troubleshooting
 Manufacturer’s contact information
 Warranty information
2. Locate information in manuals  Section layout
and instructions  Manufacturer’s contact information

Competency: F4 Plan Time and Materials
1. The learner will be able to assess material requirements for a job.
2. The learner will be able to assess tool requirements for a job.
3. The learner will be able to assess labour requirements for a job.
1. Assess material requirements  Lengths

 Quantity
 Devices
2. Assess tool requirements  General
 Specialized
 Access equipment
 Safety
3. Assess labour requirements  Persons
 Time
 Skills

LINE G: APPLY THE CEC, REGULATIONS AND STANDARDS
Competency: G1 Describe the Application of the Canadian Electrical Code (CEC)
1. The learner will be able identify the scope and objectives of the CEC.
2. The learner will be able to identify the general sections of the CEC.
3. The learner will be able to identify the supporting sections of the CEC.
4. The learner will be able to identify the process BC uses to accept and enforce the CEC.

1. Describe the general
 Purpose of the CEC
arrangement of CEC rules and
regulations  CSA and accepted B.C. standards
 Layout of the CEC book
 Definitions and interpretations
2. Describe the administration of
 Electrical Safety Act and Regulations
CEC rules and regulations
 B.C. amendments
 Directives
 Bulletins
 Permits and inspections
 Various certification agencies

Competency: G2 Apply the CEC to Installations
1. The learner will be able to apply the CEC to residential installations.
1. Interpret applicable CEC rules  Definitions

and regulations from:  Application of general rules
 Section 0
 Section 2  Conductor size and ampacity
 Section 4  Use of Tables 1 to 5c
 Section 6
 Section 8  Colour coded circuits
 Section 10  Service equipment
 Section 12
 Residential loads and demand factors
 Section 14
 Section 16  Branch circuit calculations
 Section 26  Single family and Duplex service
 Section 76 demand calculations
 Purpose for grounding and bonding
 Grounding conductor size
 Wiring methods - general
 Nonmetallic sheathed cables
 Armoured cables
 Boxes, fittings and accessories
 Protective devices - general
 Types and ratings of fuses
 Circuit breakers, ground-fault
interrupters, and arc-fault interrupters
 Class 2 circuits
 Receptacles in residential dwellings
 Branch circuits in residential dwellings
 Temporary construction service
requirements

Competency: G3 Apply Other Regulations and Codes
1. The learner will be able to apply other applicable codes and regulations to branch circuits.
1. Identify applicable codes and  British Columbia Building Code

regulations  Fire Codes
 ULC Fire Alarm
 Overhead Standards
 Underground Standards
 Requirements for Secondary Metering
 Provincial regulations
 Municipal regulations (bylaws)
 Part II CEC
 Part III CEC
 ISO standards
 IEEE standards
 Worker’s Compensation Board
2. Apply applicable codes and  Reference installations
regulations

LINE H: INSTALL LOW VOLTAGE DISTRIBUTION SYSTEMS
Competency: H1 Install Service Equipment
1. The learner will be able to determine single-phase residential service equipment
requirements.
1. Describe the features of a single-  Circuit connections and grounding

phase, three-wire distribution  Metering
system
 Protection and control
 Shock hazards and safety
2. Describe service entrance  Overhead and underground services
equipment  Meter base
 Main service panel
3. Determine single-phase  Permanent
residential service requirements  Temporary

Competency: H2 Install Grounding and Bonding
1. The learner will be able to describe the objectives of grounding and of bonding as applied
to DC and residential single-phase systems.
2. The learner will be able to discriminate between grounding and bonding.
3. The learner will be able to apply grounding and bonding techniques to DC and single-
phase systems.
1. Describe the objectives of  System ground

grounding  Equipment ground
 Limit voltage to ground
 Shock hazard
 Fire prevention
 Overcurrent operation
2. Describe the objectives of  Shock hazard
bonding  Overcurrent operation
 Limit voltage between devices
 Non electrical components
3. Select appropriate materials for  Raceways
grounding and bonding  Artificial Electrodes
 Cables
 Connections
 Components
4. Determine grounding and  Sizing
bonding requirements  Terminating
 Testing

Competency: H4 Install Raceways, Boxes and Fittings
1. The learner will be able to identify raceways for residential circuits.
2. The learner will be able to identify boxes and fittings for residential circuits.
3. The learner will be able to determine raceway, box and fitting requirements in residential
circuits.
4. The learner will be able to describe procedures to create and seal openings for residential
circuits.
1. Identify raceways  Conduit

 Rigid
 Flexible
 Liquid-tight
 Tubing
 Metallic
 Non-metallic
 Surface raceways
 Underfloor raceways
 Cellular floors
 Auxiliary gutters
 Busways and splitters
 Wireways
 Cable trays
 Manufactured wiring systems
2. Identify boxes and fittings  Boxes
 Cabinets
 Outlets
 Terminal fittings
3. Determine raceway  Environmental considerations
requirements  Mechanical considerations
 Seismic requirements
 Manufacturer’s specifications
 Bonding
 Support
 Size
 Fill
 Pulling considerations
 Access
 Bending
 Spacing
 Underground
 Sealing and draining
 Barriers
4. Determine box and fitting  Environmental considerations
 Vapour barrier
 Bonding
 Support
 Size
 Fill
 Access
 Knockout layout
 Identification
 Barriers
5. Describe procedures to create  X-ray coring
and seal openings  Fire stopping
 Structural considerations
 Pressurized areas

Competency: H5 Install Conductors and Cables
1. The learner will be able to identify conductors and cables for residential circuits.
2. The learner will be able to determine conductor and cable requirements in residential
circuits.
1. Identify conductors  Insulation type

 Insulation temperature
 Insulation voltage rating
 Conductor material
 Solid or stranded
 AWG
 Colour coding
 Conditions of use
2. Identify cables  Cable type
 Armoured
 Non-metallic sheath
 Neutral supported
 Flexible cord
 Insulation type
 AWG
 Colour coding
 FT rating
3. Determine conductor  Ampacities
requirements  Derating
 Conduit fill
 Voltage rating
 Voltage drop
 Splicing and termination
 Raceways
 Open wiring
 Support
 Mechanical protection
 Clearance
 Spacing
 Colour coding
 Protection
 Insulation testing
 Fire stopping
4. Determine cable requirements  Ampacities
 Derating
 Voltage rating
 Voltage drop
 Raceways
 Open wiring
 Support
 Clearance
 Spacing
 Colour coding
 Conductor identification
 Protection
 FT rating
 Fire stopping
 Strain relief
 Bonding
 Bend radii

Competency: H7 Install Devices
1. The learner will be able to determine device installation requirements for residential branch
circuits.
2. The learner will be able to describe device testing requirements.
1. Identify devices  Switches

 Ratings
 Evidence of approval
 Poles and throws
 Styles
 Activation methods
 Grades
 Receptacles
 Ratings
 Configurations
 Grades
 Single/Duplex
 Isolated ground
 Equipment
 Ratings
 Environmental
2. Determine device installation  Wiring methods
requirements  Environmental considerations
 Orientation
 Polarity
 Location
 Spacing
 Finishes
 Bonding
 Support
 Seismic considerations

 Construction specification requirements
3. Describe device testing  Rotation
requirements  Sensor operation
 Outlet analyzer
 Log records
 Commissioning

LINE J: INSTALL ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT
Competency: J1 Install Manual Motor Controls
1. The learner will be able to describe the features of manual motor starters.
2. The learner will be able to draw diagrams for manual AC motor starters.
3. The learner will be able to describe safe procedures for working around motors and
controls.
4. The learner will be able to connect and manual motor starters.
1. Describe the features of manual  Toggle switch type

motor starters  Pushbutton type
 Drum switch type
 Overload protection
 Under-voltage release
 Starter ratings
2. Draw diagrams for manual AC  Single-pole switch
motor starters  Double-pole switch
 Three-pole switch
3. Describe safe procedures for  Mechanical hazards
working around motors and  Electrical hazards
controls
 WCB regulations
 Safety lockout
4. Connect and maintain manual  Equipment selection
motor starters  Connection of components

Competency: J2 Install Magnetic Motor Controls
1. The learner will be able to describe the operating principles of magnetic motor control
circuits.
2. The learner will be able to connect and maintain magnetic motor control circuits.
1. Describe the features of AC  Contactor types

magnetic motor starters  Overload relays
 Starter ratings
2. Describe the operation of  Power circuit components
across-the-line magnetic starters  Control circuit components
 Two-wire control circuits
 Three-wire control circuits
3. Develop schematic and wiring  Comparison of schematic and wiring
diagrams for three-phase diagrams
magnetic starters  Wire numbering systems
 Converting between schematic and
wiring diagrams
4. Describe the operation of  Pushbutton circuits
jogging circuits  Selector switch circuits
 Control relay circuits
reversing magnetic starters  Control circuit components
 Electrical and mechanical interlocking
6. Describe safety lockout  Safety isolation requirements
procedures  WCB rules and regulations

7. Connect and maintain magnetic  Equipment selection
 Troubleshooting
 Visual inspections
 Analyzing diagrams
 Meter measurements
 Common faults

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Competency: A4 Solve Problems Using Applied Mathematics
1. The learner will be able to solve problems using applied mathematics.
1. Describe terminology associated  Angles

with triangles  Types of triangles
 Symbols and labels
 Pythagorean theorem
2. Describe the relationship  Ratios of sides and angles
between sides and angles for  Sine function
right triangles
 Cosine function
 Tangent function
3. Solve problems involving right  Lines, angles and triangles
triangles by applying basic  Trig functions
trigonometry
4. Describe standard conventions  Quadrants and coordinates
related to vectors  Direction and polarity
 Rectangular and polar expressions
 Vector rotation
 Lead and lag relationships
5. Solve problems involving vectors  In-phase vectors
 Out-of-phase vectors
 Vector additions

Competency: D1 Use Electrical Circuit Concepts
2. The learner will be able to describe the principles of alternating current.
1. The learner will be able to describe the principles of inductance and inductive reactance.
3. The learner will be able to describe the principles of capacitance and capacitive reactance.
4. The learner will be able to solve problems involving resistors, inductors, and capacitors in
DC and AC circuits.
1. Describe the generation of an  Factors affecting generated emf

alternating voltage  Features of alternators
 Development of a sine wave voltage
2. Describe the features of  Advantages of AC
alternating current  Values of AC
 AC terminology
 Waveforms and phasor representations
3. Describe the difference between  Skin effect
DC ohmic and effective AC  Hysteresis loss
resistance
 Eddy current loss
 Dielectric loss
 Radiation loss
4. Solve problems involving AC  Conversion of AC values
values  Ohm’s law and power calculations
 Frequency and period calculations
5. Describe the principles of  Factors affecting induced emf
electromagnetic induction  Lenz’s law
 Self inductance
 Mutual inductance
6. Describe the features of  Factors affecting inductance
inductors  Construction and types of inductors
 Units and terminology
7. Describe the action of inductors  Counter emf and current flow
in DC circuits  Inductive time constants
 Energy discharge and arc suppression
8. Solve problems involving  Inductors in series
inductors in DC circuits  Inductors in parallel
 Time constant curves
9. Connect and test inductive DC  Component selection
10. Describe the principles of  Electrostatic fields
electrostatic charges  Field force and intensity
 Dielectric strength
11. Describe the features of  Factors affecting capacitance
capacitors  Construction and types of capacitors
 Units and terminology
12. Describe the action of capacitors  Stored charge and current flow
in DC circuits  Capacitive time constants
 Stored energy and discharge
13. Solve problems involving  Capacitors in series
inductors in DC circuits  Capacitors in parallel
 Time constant curves
14. Connect and test capacitive DC  Component selection
15. Describe the behaviour of  Voltage and current relationships
inductors in AC circuits  Inductive reactance (XL)
 Reactive power
 Non-inductive coils
 Saturable reactors
 Safety hazards
16. Solve problems involving  Inductors in series
inductive reactance  Inductors in parallel
 Frequency and inductive reactance
 Voltage, current and power
17. Connect and test inductive AC  Component selection
18. Describe the behaviour of  Voltage and current relationships
capacitors in AC circuits  Capacitive reactance (XC)
 Reactive power
 Safety hazards
19. Solve problems involving  Capacitors in series
capacitive reactance  Capacitors in parallel
 Frequency and capacitive reactance
 Voltage, current and power
20. Connect and test capacitive AC  Component selection
21. Describe the factors affecting  Effective AC resistance
impedance  Inductive reactance
 Capacitive reactance
 Impedance calculations
 Phase angle
22. Describe the factors affecting  True power
power factor  Reactive power
 Apparent power
 Power triangle calculations
 Phase Angle
23. Measure and calculate the  Component selection
impedance and power factor in  Circuit connections and measurements
an AC circuit
 Applied calculations

Competency: D4 Analyze Single-Phase AC Circuits
1. The learner will be able to describe the operating principles of single-phase AC series
circuits.
2. The learner will be able to analyze single-phase AC series circuits.
3. The learner will be able to describe the operating principles of single-phase AC parallel
circuits.
4. The learner will be able to analyze single-phase AC parallel circuits.
5. The learner will be able to describe the principles of power factor correction.
6. The learner will be able to solve problems involving power factor correction.
7. The learner will be able to insert capacitors for power factor correction.
1. Describe the effects of a series  Current and voltage phase relationships

AC circuit containing resistance  Impedance and lagging power factor
and inductance (R-L)
 Vector diagrams
AC circuit containing resistance  Impedance and leading power factor
and capacitance (R-C)
 Vector diagrams
AC circuit containing resistance,  Impedance and power factor
inductance and capacitance (R-
L-C)  Vector diagrams
 Series resonant circuits
4. Solve problems and describe  Voltage, current and power
applications involving series AC  Impedance and power factor
circuits
 Vector diagrams
 Applications
5. Connect and test series AC  Component selection

6. Describe the effects of a parallel  Current and voltage phase relationships
AC circuit containing branches of  Impedance and lagging power factor
resistance and inductance (R-L)
 Vector diagrams
AC circuit containing branches of  Impedance and leading power factor
resistance and capacitance (R-C)
 Vector diagrams
AC circuit containing branches of  Impedance and power factor
resistance, inductance and
capacitance (R-L-C)  Vector diagrams
 Parallel resonant circuits
 Practical parallel circuits
9. Solve problems and describe  Voltage, current and power
applications involving parallel AC  Impedance and power factor
circuits
 Vector diagrams
 Applications
10. Connect and test parallel AC  Component selection
 Test equipment
 Power factor meters
 VAr meters
11. Describe reasons for power  Reduction of energy costs
factor correction  Increase in system capacity
 Increase in distribution efficiency
12. Describe the application of  Capacitor nameplate data
capacitors for power factor  Individual load correction
correction
 Feeder correction
 Main service correction
 Safety hazards and precautions
13. Solve problems involving power  Application of power triangle
factor correction  Correction to unity power factor
 Correction to less than unity power
factor
 Voltage and frequency affects
14. Insert capacitors for power factor  Component selection
correction  Applied calculations

1. The learner will be able to describe the application of diodes in rectifiers.
2. The learner will be able to analyze single-phase rectifier circuits.
3. The learner will be able to analyze AC electronic circuits that utilize BJTs.
4. The learner will be able to describe operating principles of FETs.
5. The learner will be able to analyze electronic circuits that utilize FETs.
1. Describe the operation of single-  Half-wave rectifier circuits

phase AC rectifier circuits  Full-wave (bi-phase) rectifier circuits
 Full-wave bridge rectifier circuits
2. Describe the features of field  Channel types
effect transistors  Advantages/Disadvantages
 Data sheets
 Symbols and lead identification
 Common case styles
3. Describe basic applications of  Amplifier circuit
field effect transistors  Terms and abbreviations
4. Describe the operation of filters  Capacitance filters
for rectifier circuits  Inductance filters
 Pi filters
5. Determine values for rectified  Diode ratings
power supplies  Output voltage, current and power
values
 Filter devices
 Zener regulators
6. Connect and test rectifier circuits  Component selection

7. Describe basic junction transistor  Cascaded transistor circuits
circuits  AC amplifier circuit
 Terms and abbreviations
8. Connect and test transistor  Selection of components


Competency: E3 Use Scopes
1. The learner will be able to use an oscilloscope.
1. Use oscilloscopes  Safety

 Isolation
 Ground considerations
 Using multiple probes
 Controls
 Probe attenuation
 Coupling
 Reading
 Voltage
 Period
 Phase displacement
 Calibration
 Triggering
 Applications

1. The learner will be able to apply the CEC to single-phase installations.
1. Interpret applicable CEC rules  Definitions and general requirements

and regulations from:  Application of general rules
 Section 0
 Section 2  Sheath currents
 Section 4  Size of neutral conductors
 Section 6
 Section 8  Service requirements
 Section 10  Types of conductors
 Section 12
 Use of neutral supported cables
 Section 14
 Section 16  Commercial loads and demand factors
 Section 26  Commercial service and branch circuit
 Section 28 calculations
 Section 30
 Section 34  Single-phase apartment service
calculations
 Section 62
 Size of grounding and bonding
conductors
 Installation of grounding electrodes
 Raceway installations
 Rigid steel conduit
 Electrical metallic tubing (EMT)
 Polyvinyl chloride conduit (PVC)
 Electrical non-metallic tubing (ENT)
 Conduit fill
 Parallel conductors
 High interrupting capacity (HRC) fuses
 Knife switches
 Class 1 circuits
 Transformer and capacitor circuits

 Receptacles and branch circuits
 Motor branch circuits and feeders
 Motor protection
 Installation of lighting equipment
 Signs and outline lighting
 Installation of heating circuits
 Heating circuit ampacity and
overcurrent rating
2. Calculate service entrance  Total calculated loads
requirements  Service conductor ratings
 Main service panel ratings

1. The learner will be able to determine single-phase commercial service equipment
requirements.
1. Describe the features of a single-  Circuit connections and grounding

phase, three-wire distribution  Metering
system
 Protection and control
equipment  Meter base
 Main service panel
3. Determine single-phase  Permanent
commercial service requirements  Temporary

Competency: H3 Install Distribution Centres
1. The learner will be able to identify types of single-phase distribution centres.
2. The learner will be able to identify appropriate single-phase distribution components.
3. The learner will be able to determine single-phase distribution centre requirements.
1. Identify types of distribution  Load centres

centres  Combination panels
 Splitters and switches
 Meter stacks
 Motor control centres
2. Identify components of  Overcurrent protection
distribution centres  Overload protection
 Busbars
 Power factor correction
 Enclosure type
 Enclosure rating
3. Determine distribution centre  Mounting requirements
requirements  Clearance requirements
 Lug rating
 Torque requirements
 Means of egress
 Ventilation
 Environmental considerations

1. The learner will be able to identify raceways for single-phase commercial installations.
2. The learner will be able to identify boxes and fittings for single-phase commercial
installations.
3. The learner will be able to determine raceway, box and fitting requirements in single-phase
commercial installations.
4. The learner will be able to describe procedures to create and seal openings for commercial
circuits.

 Rigid
 Flexible
 Liquid-tight
 Tubing
 Metallic
 Non-metallic
 Cellular floors
 Wireways
 Cable trays
 Cabinets
 Outlets
3. Determine raceway requirements  Environmental considerations
 Mechanical considerations

 Bonding
 Support
 Size
 Fill
 Access
 Bending
 Spacing
 Underground
 Barriers
 Vapour barrier
 Bonding
 Support
 Size
 Fill
 Access
 Knockout layout
 Identification
 Barriers

1. The learner will be able to identify conductors and cables for commercial circuits.
2. The learner will be able to determine conductor and cable requirements in commercial
circuits.

 AWG
 Colour coding
 Armoured
 Flexible cord
 Mineral insulated
 Aluminum sheath
 Flat conductor cable
 SE and USE
 Marine cable
 Insulation type
 AWG
 Colour coding

 FT rating

 Conduit fill
 Voltage rating
 Voltage drop
 Pulling lubricants
 Pulling methods
 Parallel runs
 Temperature during installation
 Raceways
 Open wiring
 Support
 Clearance
 Spacing
 Colour coding
 Protection
 Fire stopping
 Derating
 Voltage rating
 Voltage drop
 Pulling methods
 Parallel runs
 Raceways
 Open wiring
 Support
 Clearance
 Spacing
 Colour coding
 Protection
 Sheath currents
 FT rating
 Fire stopping
 Strain relief
 Bonding
 Bend radii

Competency: H6 Install Protective Devices
1. The learner will be able to identify protective devices for single-phase installations.
2. The learner will be able to determine protective device requirements in single-phase
installations.
3. The learner will be able to describe procedures to test protective devices in single-phase
installations.
1. Identify protective devices  Fuses

 Plug
 Cartridge
 Knife blade
 Time delay
 Class H (Code)
 HRC
 Breakers
 Magnetic (Instantaneous)
 Thermal
 Ground fault circuit interrupters (GFCI)
 Class A
 Breakers
 Receptacles
 Class B
 Arc fault circuit interrupters (AFCI)
 Overloads
 Thermal
 Magnetic
 Solid state
 Specifications
 Continuous current
 Interrupting capacity
 Voltage rating
 Time current characteristics
 Body size
 Rejection features

2. Determine protective device  Safety
requirements  Fault current calculations
 Load calculations
 Mounting techniques
 Specifications
 Continuous current
 Interrupting capacity
 Voltage rating
 Body size
 Rejection features
 Fuse coordination
 Series rating
 Fuse pullers
 Renewable links
3. Describe procedures to test  Safety
protective devices  Fuse troubleshooting
 Criss-cross method
 Visual inspection
 GFCI
 AFCI

1. The learner will be able to determine device installation requirements for commercial
branch circuits.
2. The learner will be able to describe procedures to test devices.

 Ratings
 Styles
 Grades
 Receptacles
 Ratings
 Configurations
 Grades
 Single/Duplex
 Isolated ground
 Equipment
 Ratings
 Environmental
 Orientation
 Polarity
 Location
 Spacing
 Finishes
 Bonding
 Support

3. Describe procedures to test  Rotation
devices  Sensor operation
 Outlet analyzer
 Log records
 Commissioning

LINE I: INSTALL ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT
Competency: I1 Install Lighting and Lighting Controls
2. The learner will be able to describe the operation of various lighting equipment.
1. The learner will be able to select lighting equipment and controls.
3. The learner will be able to connect and maintain lighting equipment and controls.
4. The learner will be able to test and maintain lighting equipment.
1. Describe factors affecting vision  Seeing characteristics of the eye

 Size, luminance, contrast, and time
2. Describe light characteristics and  Electromagnetic spectrum and colour
measurements  Illumination measurement
 Fundamental lighting equations
 Control of light
 Efficacies of light sources
3. Describe basic factors in lighting  Common lighting terminology
design  Light quantity
 Light quality
 Luminaire classifications
 General lighting levels
 Arrangement of lighting
 Choice of equipment
 Maintenance aspects
4. Select lighting equipment  Operation of various types
 Incandescent
 Fluorescent
 Starting methods
 HID
 Types
 Neon
 LED
 Constructional features
 Sizes, shapes and types

 Bases
 Operating characteristics
 New trends
 Factors in lighting design
 Layout
 Directional
 Indirect
 Down
 Up
 Efficiency
 Cost
 Lighting levels
 Colour rendition
 Control
 Insulation around
 Installation
 New
 Renovation
 Ballasts
 Harmonics
 Maintenance
5. Select lighting controls  Voltage
 Line
 Control
 Dimming
 Wattage
 Function
 Method of operation
 Wireless
 Automation
 Installation
 New
 Renovation
6. Connect and maintain lighting  Insulation
equipment  Vapour barriers
 Support
 Seismic

 Environment
 Clearances
 Layout
 Maintenance consideration
 Wiring methods
 Residential
 Commercial
 Industrial
7. Connect and maintain lighting  Placement
controls  Ratings
 Heat considerations
8. Test and maintain lighting  Light meters
equipment  Troubleshooting
 Control circuits
 Re-lamping
 Colour
 Energy efficiency
 Ballasts
 Troubleshooting

Competency: I2 Install Transformers
1. The learner will be able to connect and maintain single-phase transformers.
2. The learner will be able to describe how to connect and operate transformers in parallel.
3. The learner will be able to describe voltage-regulation and tap-changer equipment.
4. The learner will be able to connect and maintain auto transformers.
5. The learner will be able to describe how to connect and maintain instrument transformers.
1. Describe the operating principles of a  Mutual induction

transformer  Basic construction
 Voltage, current and flux relationships
 Turns ratios
 Transformer symbols
 Terminology
2. Calculate transformer values using ratios  Voltage, current and turns ratios
 Volt-ampere ratings
 Impedance matching
3. Describe transformer markings and  High voltage leads
ratings  Low voltage leads
 Polarity
 Transformer losses and efficiency
 Use of nameplate data
4. Describe transformer types and  Remote control and signal transformers
applications  Power and distribution transformers
 Instrument transformers
 Autotransformers
 Special transformers
5. Connect and maintain transformers for  Equipment selection
step-down and step-up applications  Circuit connections and measurements
 Mounting
 Seismic
6. Determine the polarity and markings for  Additive and subtractive polarity
transformers  Polarity tests
 Terminal identification
7. Describe the various connections and  Dual-primary connections
applications for multi-coil transformers  Dual-secondary connections
 Distribution transformers
 Parallel operation
8. Interpret nameplate information  Common ratings listed
 Determining currents
 Installation requirements
 “K” ratings
9. Solve problems involving transformer  Voltage, current and turns ratios
calculations  KVA ratings
 Percent impedance and fault currents
10. Connect and maintain transformers  Equipment selection
11. Describe the effects of load on a  Percent voltage regulation
transformer  Resistive loads
 Inductive loads
 Capacitive loads
12. Describe the application of multi-tap  Primary taps and turns-ratio
windings and tap changers  Secondary taps and turns-ratio
 Tap changers
13. Calculate values involving multi-tap and  Voltage, current and turns ratios
tap changer transformers  Percent voltage regulation
14. Connect and maintain multi-tap and tap  Equipment selection
changer transformers  Circuit connections and measurements
 Mounting
 Seismic

15. Describe constructional features and  Step-down autotransformers
applications of autotransformers  Step-up autotransformers
 Multi-tap autotransformers
 Variable autotransformers
 Safety hazards
16. Describe how standard two-winding  Buck-boost connections
transformers can be connected as  Step-type voltage regulators
autotransformers
17. Solve problems involving autotransformer  Voltage, current and turns ratios
calculations  KVA ratings
 Multi-tap circuits
 Buck-boost connections
18. Connect and maintain autotransformer  Equipment selection
 Mounting
 Seismic
19. Describe the features and applications of  Current transformers
instrument transformers  Potential transformers
 Polarity markings
 Safety hazards
20. Illustrate instrument transformer  Potential metering
connections  Current metering
 Power and energy metering
 Protection circuits
21. Solve problems involving instrument  Voltage, current and turns ratios
transformer calculations  Instrument multipliers
22. Connect and maintain instrument  Equipment selection
transformer circuits  Circuit connections and measurements

1. The learner will be able to describe the operating principles of magnetic motor control
circuits.
2. The learner will be able to connect and maintain magnetic motor control circuits.
1. Describe features of common  Pressure switches

control devices  Float switches
 Flow switches
 Temperature switches
 Limit switches
 Proximity switches
 Photoelectric switches
2. Describe features of control and  Configurations and ratings
time delay relays  Latching relays
 On-delay timers
 Off-delay timers
 Types of timers
3. Describe features and  Zero-speed switches
applications of plugging  Lockout relay
switches
 Control circuits
 Anti-plugging
4. Develop circuit diagrams  Definite sequence control
involving automatic and  Timed sequence control
sequence control
 Anti-plugging using timing relays
 Pump motor control
 Reversing starter control
 Other applications
5. Connect and test circuits  Equipment selection
utilizing auxiliary control devices  Connection of components
6. Develop schematic and wiring  Comparison of schematic and wiring
diagrams for three-phase diagrams
magnetic starters  Wire numbering systems
 Converting between schematic and
wiring diagrams
7. Describe the operation of  Pushbutton circuits
jogging circuits  Selector switch circuits
 Control relay circuits
reversing magnetic starters  Control circuit components
 Electrical and mechanical interlocking
9. Describe safety lockout  Safety isolation requirements
procedures  WCB rules and regulations
 Plant safety procedures
10. Connect and maintain magnetic  Equipment selection
11. Describe basic troubleshooting  Visual inspections
procedures  Analyzing diagrams
 Meter measurements
 Infrared testing
 Common faults
 Preventative maintenance

PROGRAM OUTLINE
FOR
LEVEL 3

Competency: D5 Analyze three-phase Circuits
1. The learner will be able to describe the characteristics of three-phase AC circuits.
2. The learner will be able to calculate voltage, current, impedance, power and power factor in
three-phase AC circuits.
3. The learner will be able to apply power factor correction to three-phase AC circuits.
1. Describe the characteristics of  Generation of three-phase AC

three-phase AC  Phase sequence
 Phasor representations
2. Describe characteristics of the  Source connections
wye connection  Voltage and current relationships
 Power and power factor
 Neutral and grounding
3. Describe characteristics of the  Source connections
delta connection  Voltage and current relationships
 Power and power factor
 Three-phase four-wire delta systems
4. Calculate voltage, current and  Wye source, wye load
power for balanced three-phase  Wye source, delta load
circuits
 Delta source, delta load
 Delta source, wye load
5. Determine the neutral current in  Balanced three-phase, four-wire loads
wye-connected circuits  Unbalanced three-phase, four-wire
loads
 Current phasors
 Use of two phases and common
6. Describe the effects of an open  Single-phasing
in three-phase wye and delta  Open line conditions
circuits
 Open load conditions

7. Connect and test three-phase  Selection of components
 Test equipment
 Power factor meters
 VAr meters
8. Calculate power and power  Power in balanced systems
factor in balanced three phase  Power factor in balanced systems
systems
 Wattmeter connections for power
measurements
9. Describe the connection of  Wye-connected capacitor banks
capacitors for three-phase,  Delta-connected capacitor banks
power factor correction
 Safety hazards
10. Calculate the ratings of  Capacitor values for PF correction
capacitors for three-phase,  Resulting line current values
power factor correction

2. The learner will be able to describe operating principles of thyristors.
1. The learner will be able to analyze electronic circuits that utilize thyristors.
3. The learner will be able to describe operating principles of op amps.
4. The learner will be able to analyze electronic circuits that utilize op amps.
5. The learner will be able to describe operating principles of logic gates.
6. The learner will be able to convert between numbering systems.
7. The learner will be able to describe coding and decoding information.
1. Describe features of the silicon  Symbol and lead identification

controlled rectifier (SCR)  Case styles
2. Describe the basic action of the  Voltage and current characteristics
SCR  DC circuit action
 AC circuit action
 Terms and definitions
3. Describe SCR triggering circuits  Resistance triggering
for AC phase control  Resistance-capacitance triggering
 Phase control circuits
4. Describe features of the triac  Symbol and lead identification
 Case styles
 Voltage and current characteristics
5. Describe features of specialty  Diac
thyristors  Unijunction transistor
 Light-activated SCR

6. Describe the application of  Oscillator circuits
thyristors  Battery charging circuits
 Lamp dimmer circuits
 Motor control circuits
7. Connect and test thyristor circuits  Selection of components
8. Describe the operation of three-  Three-phase half-wave rectifiers
phase AC rectifier circuits  Three-phase full-wave rectifiers
 Three-phase SCR converter circuits
9. Determine values for rectified  Diode/SCR ratings
power supplies  Output voltage, current and power
values
 Filter devices
10. Connect and test rectifier circuits  Component selection
11. Describe common number  Decimal system
systems used in digital  Octal system
electronics
 Binary system
 Hexadecimal system
 Binary-coded-decimal
 Number conversions
12. Describe the operation of  AND gate
common logic gates  OR gate
 NOT gate
 NAND gate
 NOR gate
 XOR gate
13. Describe the features of  Symbols
operational amplifiers  Case packages and lead identification
 Amplifier action

14. Describe common circuit  Voltage-follower circuit
applications for the operational  Inverting amplifier circuit
amplifier
 Non-inverting amplifier circuit
 Summing amplifier circuit
15. Connect and test operational  Selection of components
amplifier circuits  Circuit connections

Competency: E4 Describe the Use of Power Quality Analyzers
1. The learner will be able to identify problems with power quality.
2. The learner will be able to identify causes of poor power quality.
3. The learner will be able to describe the use of power quality analyzers to identify power
quality problems.
1. Identify problems with power  Sags (dips)

quality  Swells
 Transient overvoltages
 Harmonics
 Flicker
 Voltage regulation
 Frequency variations
 High frequency noise
 Extremely fast transients (EFTs)
 Unbalance
2. Identify possible causes of poor  Sags and swells
power quality  Abrupt load changes
 Abrupt impedance changes
 Poor connections
 Low frequency transients
 Capacitor switching
 High frequency transients
 Lightning
 Inductive loads
 EFTs
 Arcing faults
 Bad brushes
 Harmonics
 Transformers
 Switching power supplies

3. Describe the use of power quality  Tests
analyzers  Voltage unbalance
 Total harmonic distortion
 Increasing phase current
 Voltage sags/swells
 Peak demand
 Power factor and reactive demand
 Interpretation of test results and graphs

1. The learner will be able to apply the CEC to three-phase commercial and residential
installations.
1. Interpret applicable CEC rules  Definitions and general requirements

and regulations from:  Selection of conductors - general
 Section 0
 Section 2  Neutral and common conductors
 Section 4  Installation of service equipment
 Section 6
 Section 8  Grounding and bonding requirements
 Section 10  Wiring methods and installations
 Section 12
 Cable tray and box fill calculations
 Section 14
 Section 16  Pull box sizing
 Section 26  Selection of circuit protective devices
 Section 28
 Section 30  Remote control circuits
 Section 34  Capacitor and transformer installations
 Section 62
 Motor and control installations
 Installation of lighting equipment
 Fixed electric space and surface
heating system installations
2. Calculate service entrance  Apartments
requirements  Other occupancies

1. The learner will be able to determine low-voltage three-phase service equipment
requirements.
1. Describe the features of three-  Three-phase, four-wire systems

phase, low voltage distribution  Three-phase, three-wire systems
systems
equipment  Main switch, metering and distribution
3. Describe system grounding  Features of grounding
techniques  Resistance grounding
 Reactance grounding
 Zig-zag grounding
 Corner-delta grounding
 System grounding components
4. Determine low-voltage three-  Permanent
phase service requirements  Temporary

Competency: H2 Install Grounding and Bonding
1. The learner will be able to describe the objectives of grounding and of bonding as applied
to three-phase installations.
2. The learner will be able to discriminate between grounding and bonding.
3. The learner will be able to determine grounding and bonding requirements to three-phase
installations.
1. Describe the objectives of  System ground

grounding  Equipment ground
 Limit voltage to ground
 Shock hazard
 Fire prevention
 Overcurrent operation
2. Describe the objectives of  Shock hazard
bonding  Overcurrent operation
 Limit voltage between devices
 Non electrical components
3. Describe cathodic protection  Imposed systems
systems  Non-imposed systems
 Safety
4. Identify appropriate materials for  Raceways
grounding and bonding  Artificial Electrodes
 Cables
 Connections
 Components

5. Describe appropriate methods of  Neutral grounding devices
grounding and bonding  Resistance Grounding
 Reactance
 Zig zag grounding
 Corner delta grounding
 Livestock buildings
 Connection types
6. Determine grounding and  Sizing
bonding requirements  Terminating
 Testing

Competency: H3 Install Distribution Centres
1. The learner will be able to identify types of three-phase, low voltage distribution centres
and components.
2. The learner will be able to determine three-phase, low voltage distribution centre
requirements.
1. Identify types of distribution  Load centres

centres  Combination panels
 Splitters and switches
 Meter stacks
 Motor control centres
2. Identify components of  Overcurrent protection
distribution centres  Overload protection
 Busbars
 Enclosure type
 Enclosure rating
3. Determine distribution centre  Mounting requirements
requirements  Clearance requirements
 Lug rating
 Torque requirements
 Means of egress
 Ventilation
 Environmental considerations

1. The learner will be able to identify raceways for three-phase, low voltage installations.
2. The learner will be able to identify boxes and fittings for three-phase, low voltage
installations.
3. The learner will be able to determine raceway, box and fitting requirements in three-phase,
low voltage installations.
4. The learner will be able to describe procedures to create and seal openings in three-phase,
low voltage installations.

 Rigid
 Flexible
 Liquid-tight
 Tubing
 Metallic
 Non-metallic
 Cellular floors
 Wireways
 Cable trays
 Cabinets
 Outlets
 Bonding
 Support
 Size
 Fill
 Access
 Bending
 Spacing
 Underground
 Barriers
 Vapour barrier
 Bonding
 Support
 Size
 Fill
 Access
 Knockout layout
 Identification
 Barriers

1. The learner will be able to identify conductors and cables for three-phase, low voltage
installations.
2. The learner will be able to determine conductor and cable requirements in three-phase, low
voltage installations.

 AWG
 Colour coding
 Armoured
 Flexible cord
 Aluminum sheath
 SE and USE
 Marine cable
 Insulation type
 AWG
 Colour coding
 FT rating
 Conduit fill
 Voltage rating
 Voltage drop
 Pulling methods
 Parallel runs
 Raceways
 Open wiring
 Support
 Clearance
 Spacing
 Colour coding
 Protection
 Fire stopping
 Derating
 Voltage rating
 Voltage drop
 Pulling methods
 Parallel runs
 Raceways
 Open wiring
 Support
 Clearance
 Spacing
 Colour coding
 Protection
 Sheath currents
 FT rating
 Fire stopping
 Strain relief
 Bonding
 Bend radii

1. The learner will be able to determine device installation requirements for industrial branch
circuits.
2. The learner will be able to describe procedures to test devices.

 Ratings
 Styles
 Grades
 Receptacles
 Ratings
 Configurations
 Grades
 Single/Duplex
 Isolated ground
 Equipment
 Ratings
 Environmental
 Orientation
 Polarity
 Location
 Spacing
 Finishes
 Bonding
 Support

3. Describe procedures to test  Rotation
devices  Sensor operation
 Outlet analyzer
 Log records
 Commissioning

1. The learner will be able to connect and maintain three-phase transformers.
2. The learner will be able to describe three-phase applications of auto transformers.
3. The learner will be able to describe three-phase applications of instrument transformers.
4. The learner will be able to determine installation requirements for three-phase
transformers.
1. Describe the construction and features of  Core and coil assemblies

three-phase transformers  Insulation and cooling
 Advantages and disadvantages
2. Describe the connections of three-phase  Wye-wye connection
transformer banks  Delta-delta connection
 Wye-delta connection
 Delta-wye connection
 Special four-wire delta connection
 Open-wye and open-delta connections
3. Calculate voltage, current and KVA  Step-down and step-up applications
values for three-phase transformer banks  Wye and delta configurations
 Phase and line values
 Percent impedance and short circuit
currents
4. Connect and maintain three-phase  Equipment selection
transformer banks  Circuit connections and measurements
 Mounting
 Seismic
5. Describe common connections for  Wye connection
autotransformers in three-phase circuits  Delta connection
 Open-delta connection

 Extended-delta connection
 Zig-zag connection
6. Calculate voltage, current and KVA  Wye connected autotransformer
values for three-phase circuits  Open-delta connected autotransformer
 Buck-boost connections
7. Connect and maintain three-phase  Equipment selection
autotransformer connections  Circuit connections and measurements
8. Describe instrument transformer  Potential transformer connections
connections in three-phase circuits  Current transformer connections
 Energy and power metering circuits
 Motor protection circuits
 Ground-fault detection circuits
9. Calculate instrument transformer ratings  Potential transformer ratings and
and meter readings in three-phase voltmeter multipliers and readings
circuits  Current transformer ratings and
ammeter multipliers and readings
 Power and energy meter multipliers and
readings
10. Connect and maintain instrument  Equipment selection
transformers in three-phase circuits  Circuit connections and measurements
 Mounting
 Safety

Competency: I3 Install DC Motors and Generators
1. The learner will be able to describe the operating principles of DC machines.
2. The learner will be able to connect and maintain DC machines.
1. Describe the constructional  Armature and commutator

features of DC machines  Field poles and coils
 Brushes and rigging
 Frames and bearings
2. Describe the operating principles  Factors affecting induced voltage
of generators  Methods of field excitation
 Requirements for voltage build-up
 Armature reaction and interpoles
 Voltage regulation
 Motor effect in generators
3. Describe the characteristics of  Series generator
the various types of DC  Shunt generator
generators
 Compound generators
4. Connect and maintain DC  Equipment selection
generators  Lead identification and connections
5. Describe the operating principles  Right-hand motor rule
of DC motors  Commutator action and neutral plane
 Torque development
 Counter emf and armature current
 Mechanical loading effects
 Speed regulation
 Speed control
 Reversing rotation

6. Describe the features and  Lead identification and connections
operating characteristics of the  Torque-speed-current characteristics
shunt motor
 Speed control and reversing
 Applications
operating characteristics of the  Torque-speed-current characteristics
series motor
 Applications
operating characteristics of the  Cumulative and differential
compound motor compounding
 Torque-speed-current characteristics
 Applications
9. Connect and maintain DC motors  Equipment selection
 Lead identification and connections
10. Describe basic maintenance and  Visual inspections
troubleshooting for DC motors  Electrical faults
 Mechanical faults
 Brush and commutator maintenance

Competency: I4 Install AC Motors and Alternators
1. The learner will be able to describe the operating principles of AC machines.
2. The learner will be able to connect and maintain AC machines.
1. Describe the constructional  Stator

features of three-phase  Squirrel-cage rotor
induction motors
 End bells and bearings
 Enclosure types
 Nameplate data
2. Describe the operating  Development of rotating magnetic field
principles of three-phase  Synchronous speed
induction motors
 Rotor speed and slip
 Speed regulation and control
 Rotor design and torque
 Speed-torque-current characteristics
 Efficiency
 Linear-induction motors
3. Identify common connections  Terminal marking conventions
for squirrel-cage induction  Six-lead motors
motors
 Nine-lead motors
 Twelve-lead motors
4. Describe basic maintenance  Visual inspections
and troubleshooting for three-  Electrical faults
phase induction motors
 Cause and remedy
 Bearings

5. Connect and maintain three-  Equipment selection
phase, squirrel-cage induction  Connections and measurements
motors
 Test equipment
 Phase sequence indicators
 Motor rotation testers
 Tachometers
features of the wound-rotor  Wound rotor
induction motor
 Slip rings and brushes
 Terminal marking conventions
 Nameplate data
7. Describe the operating  Rotating magnetic field development
characteristics of the wound  Rotor slip and resistance
rotor induction motor
 Speed regulation and control
 Speed-torque-current characteristics
 Efficiency
 Secondary resistance classification
 Applications
phase, wound rotor induction  Connections and measurements
motors
9. Describe basic maintenance  Electrical faults
and troubleshooting for wound-  Mechanical faults
rotor induction motors
 Brush and slip ring maintenance
 Bearings
features of three-phase  Salient-pole rotor
synchronous motors
 Slip rings and brushes
 Brushless exciters
 Nameplate data

11. Describe the operating  Amortisseur winding
principles of three-phase  Field discharge hazards
synchronous motors
 Reversing
 Effects of mechanical load
 Effects of rotor field excitation

for three-phase synchronous  Wye-connected motors
motors
 Delta-connected motors
phase, synchronous motors  Connections and measurements
and troubleshooting for three-  Electrical faults
phase synchronous motors
 Brushes and slip-rings
 Bearings
15. Describe the constructional  Stator windings
features of the split-phase type  Squirrel-cage rotor
of induction motor
 Centrifugal switch
 End bells and bearings
 Nameplate data
16. Describe the operating  Rotating field development
principles of split-phase type  Rotor torque
induction motors
 Capacitor type motors
for split-phase types of motors  Dual-voltage motor connections
18. Describe the features of other  AC series (universal) motor
types of single-phase motors  Shaded-pole motor
 Synchronous (hysteresis) motor

19. Connect and maintain single-  Equipment selection
phase motors  Connections and measurements
and troubleshooting for single-  Electrical faults
phase motors
 Bearings
21. Describe the constructional  Revolving armature types
features of three-phase  Revolving field types
alternators
 Field excitation and brushless exciters
 Nameplate data
22. Describe operating principles of  Frequency control
three-phase alternators  Voltage control
 Voltage regulation characteristics
for three-phase alternators  Wye-connected alternators
 Delta-connected alternators
 Exciter field connections
24. Describe the conditions for  Conditions for synchronizing
operating alternators in parallel  Synchronizing procedure
(synchronizing)
 Load sharing characteristics
phase alternators  Connections and measurements
 Synchronizing and load sharing
and troubleshooting for  Electrical faults
alternators
 Brushes and slip-rings
 Bearings

1. The learner will be able to connect and maintain reduced voltage starters.
2. The learner will be able to connect and maintain wound rotor motor control circuits.
3. The learner will be able to connect and maintain synchronous motor control circuits.
4. The learner will be able to connect and maintain braking and deceleration control circuits.
1. Describe the considerations in  Full-voltage starting

selecting AC and DC motor  Reduced-voltage starting
starting equipment
 Motor current and torque
 Load requirements
 Duty cycles and supply requirements
2. Describe the operation of  Resistor starting
primary impedance type starters  Reactor starting
 Current-torque characteristics
 Schematic and wiring diagrams
3. Describe the operation of  Wye-connection
autotransformer type starters  Open-delta connection
 Open and closed transition types
 Current-torque characteristics
4. Describe the operation of wye-  Open and closed transition types
delta type starters  Current-torque characteristics
troubleshooting for reduced  Troubleshooting equipment
voltage starters
 Maintenance procedures

6. Connect and maintain reduced  Equipment selection
voltage starters  Connection of components
7. Describe the methods of  Definite-time acceleration
automatic acceleration for  Speed-sensing acceleration
wound-rotor motors
 Reversing
 Speed regulators
 Regeneration
troubleshooting for wound-rotor  Electrical faults
motor controllers
9. Connect and maintain wound-  Equipment selection
rotor motor controllers  Connection of components
10. Describe the special control  Old and new methods
features for synchronous motor  Starting methods
starters
 Speed detection
 Field application
 Timing of field application
 Field protection
 Field rheostat
11. Describe the operation of  Power circuit
synchronous motor starters  Control circuit
troubleshooting for synchronous  Electrical faults
motor starters
13. Connect and maintain  Equipment selection
synchronous motor starters  Connection of components

14. Describe the common methods  Friction braking
used for motor deceleration  Plugging
 Dynamic braking
 Regenerative braking
 Eddy-current braking
15. Connect and maintain motor  Equipment selection
braking and deceleration  Connection of components
controls

Competency: J3 Install Electronic Motor Controls
1. The learner will be able to describe the operating principles of electronic motor controls.
2. The learner will be able to connect and maintain electronic motor controls.
1. Describe the features of  Control panel features

adjustable speed DC drives  Speed and current regulators
 Sizes and ratings
 Start-up and adjustments
2. Describe the operation of power  Single-phase converters
converters  Three-phase converters
 Voltage control
3. Describe the operation of DC  Motor types and connections
motors used with adjustable  Braking and reversing
speed drives
 Protection
4. Connect and maintain adjustable  Selection of components
speed DC drives  Circuit connections
5. Describe the features of AC soft  Sizes and ratings
start controllers  Advantages
 Cost
 Start-up and adjustment
6. Describe the operation of AC soft  Phase control
start controllers  Adjustable parameters
7. Connect and maintain AC soft  Program
start controllers  Testing and troubleshooting

PROGRAM OUTLINE
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Competency: D2 Analyze DC Circuits
1. The learner will be able to apply DC circuit concepts.
1. Solve problems involving DC  Applications involving resistance and

circuits conductors
 Applications involving inductance and
capacitance
 Troubleshooting series, parallel, and
combination circuits

Competency: D4 Analyze Single-Phase AC Circuits
1. The learner will be able to apply AC circuit concepts.
1. Solve problems involving AC  Conversion of sine wave values

waveforms  Period and frequency calculations
 Plotting of waveforms for voltage,
current and power
 Out-of-phase waveforms
 Harmonics and transient voltages
2. Solve problems involving AC  Ohm’s Law and power calculations
circuits  Meter loading effects
 Applications involving series, parallel,
and combinations circuits
 Applications of three-wire circuits
 Determining percent voltage drop in
branch circuits
 Applications of practical R-L-C circuits
 Selection of power factor correction
capacitors
 Protection and control requirements
 Applications involving single-phase
transformers and motors
 Troubleshooting two-wire and three-
wire distribution circuits

Competency: D5 Analyze Three-Phase Circuits
1. The learner will be able to apply AC circuit concepts.
1. Solve problems involving three-  Applications involving three-phase

phase AC circuits transformers and power distribution
 Applications involving three-phase
motors and controls
 Troubleshooting wye and delta circuits

1. The learner will be able to analyze electronic circuits that utilize logic gates.
1. Describe the operation of logic  Truth tables

gates  Boolean expressions
 DeMorgan’s theorems
 Development of combination circuits
2. Describe the operation of special  Flip-flop circuits
combination logic circuits  Multivibrator circuits
 Counters and shift registers
3. Describe the features of  Classifications of ICs
integrated circuits (IC)  Pin configuration
 Use of data sheets
 Connections and handling
4. Connect and test digital logic  Selection of components
circuits  Circuit connections

Competency: E5 Perform Structured Cable Testing and Reporting
1. The learner will be able to describe the tests conducted on cables.
2. The learner will be able to describe tests.
3. The learner will be able to describe how to create and save cable test reports.
1. Describe the tests conducted on  Wire mapping

twisted pair cable  Resistance
 Length
 Propagation delay and delay skew
 Characteristic impedance
 Attenuation
 NEXT
 FEXT
 NEXT@remote
 ELFEXT
 ACR
 ACR@remote
 Return loss
 RL@remote
 PSNEXT
 PSELFEXT
 PSACR
2. Describe how to perform tests  Time domain reflectometer
 Auto tests
 Individual tests
 Commands
 Ping
 Tracert

3. Describe how to create and save  Auto functions
cable test reports  Downloading
4. Describe fibre optic tests  Visual inspection for continuity
 Connector cleaning
 Connector checking
 Loss testing
 Network testing
5. Describe coaxial cable tests  Length
 Return loss
 Attenuation
 Propagation delay
 Cable (input) impedance
 Insertion loss as a function of the signal
transmission

1. The learner will be able to calculate service requirements for three-phase installations.
2. The learner will be able to apply the CEC to industrial installations.
1. Interpret applicable rules and  Definitions

regulations from:  Application of general rules
 Section 0
 Section 2  Conductors
 Section 4  Services and service equipment
 Section 6
 Section 8  Circuit loading and demand factors
 Section 10  Grounding and bonding
 Section 12
 Wiring methods
 Section 14
 Section 16  Protection and control devices
 Section 18  Class 1 and class 2 circuits
 Section 20
 Section 22  Hazardous locations
 Section 24  Patient care areas
 Section 26
 Installation of electrical equipment
 Section 28
 Section 32  Motor and generator installations
 Section 36  Fire alarm systems and fire pumps
 Section 46
 Section 50  High voltage installations
 Section 54  Emergency systems and equipment
 Section 56
 Solar photovoltaic systems
 Section 60
 Section 62  Fiber optic and data cable installations
 Section 68  Electrical communication systems
 Electric heating systems
 Pools, tubs and spas
2. Calculate service entrance  Apartments
requirements  Schools
 Hospitals

 Other occupancies
3. Describe the installation  Types of hazardous locations
requirements for hazardous  Approved equipment and wiring
areas methods
 Boundary of hazardous locations

1. The learner will be able to determine industrial service equipment requirements.
1. Describe the features of unit  Shock hazards and safety

substations  High-voltage section
 Transformer section
 Low-voltage section
 Metering
 Features of grounding
 Resistance grounding
 Reactance grounding
2. Determine unit substation  Reference installations
requirements

1. The learner will be able to identify raceways for industrial installations.
2. The learner will be able to identify boxes and fittings for industrial installations.
3. The learner will be able to determine raceway, box and fitting requirements in industrial
installations.
4. The learner will be able to describe procedures to create and seal openings in industrial
installations.

 Rigid
 Flexible
 Liquid-tight
 Tubing
 Metallic
 Non-metallic
 Cellular floors
 Wireways
 Cable trays
 Cabinets
 Outlets
 Bonding
 Support
 Size
 Fill
 Access
 Bending
 Spacing
 Underground
 Barriers
 Vapour barrier
 Bonding
 Support
 Size
 Fill
 Access
 Knockout layout
 Identification
 Barriers
5. Describe procedure to create and  X-ray coring
seal openings  Fire stopping

1. The learner will be able to identify conductors and cables for industrial installations.
2. The learner will be able to determine conductor and cable requirements for industrial
installations.

 AWG
 Colour coding
 Armoured
 Flexible cord
 Aluminum sheath
 SE and USE
 Marine cable
 Insulation type
 AWG
 Colour coding

 FT rating

 Conduit fill
 Voltage rating
 Voltage drop
 Pulling methods
 Parallel runs
 Raceways
 Open wiring
 Support
 Clearance
 Spacing
 Colour coding
 Protection
 Fire stopping
 Derating
 Voltage rating
 Voltage drop
 Pulling methods
 Parallel runs
 Raceways
 Open wiring
 Support
 Clearance
 Spacing
 Colour coding
 Protection
 Sheath currents
 FT rating
 Fire stopping
 Strain relief
 Bonding
 Bend radii

Competency: H8 Install Emergency Power System Requirements
1. The learner will be able to identify types of emergency power systems.
2. The learner will be able to determine emergency power system requirements.
3. The learner will be able to describe procedures to test emergency power systems.
1. Identify types of emergency  Emergency lighting equipment

power systems  Unit lighting
 Exit lighting
 Battery banks
 Standby generators
 Uninterruptible power supplies (UPS)
2. Describe emergency lighting  Cells and batteries
equipment  Primary
 Secondary
 Maintenance
 Charging
 Testing
 Unit equipment
 Exit signs
3. Describe standby generators  Features of engine-driven generators
 Critical loads
 Non-critical loads
 Alternator wiring
 Control panel functions
 Transfer switches
 Grounding
4. Describe Uninterruptible power  Rectifiers
supplies  Invertors
 Filters
 Grounding
 Specifications

5. Determine emergency power  Matching load requirements
system requirements  Placement
 Polarity
 Rotation/Phase sequence
 By-pass switches
 Transfer switches
 Grounding
 Voltage drop calculations
 Wire size
 Ventilation
 Fuel supply
 Conductor requirements
 Barriers
6. Describe procedures to test  Scheduling
emergency power systems  Automatic testing
 Commissioning records
 Load testing

Competency: H9 Install Alternative Power Systems
1. The learner will be able to describe alternative power systems.
2. The learner will be able to install alternative power systems.
3. The learner will be able to test alternative power systems.
1. Describe alternative power  Types

systems  Wind-generated
 Thermal
 Solar
 Tidal
 Operation
 Benefits
 Limitations
 Disadvantages
2. Install alternative power systems  Selection
 Location for maximum efficiency
 Regulations
 Supply authority
 Mounting components
 Power conditioning
 Connection
3. Test alternative power systems  Commissioning
 Maintenance
 Troubleshooting
 Recording

1. The learner will be able to solve problems involving transformer installations
1. Solve problems involving single-  Voltage, current, kVA ratings

phase transformer installations  Practical effects of percent impedance
 Transformer tap connections
 Application of instrument transformers
2. Solve problems involving three-  Voltage, current, kVA ratings
phase transformer installations  Practical effects of percent impedance
 Transformer tap connections
 Application of instrument transformers

Competency: I5 Install HVAC
1. The learner will be able to describe the common types of residential heating and cooling
systems.
2. The learner will be able to describe the components of a commercial HVAC system.
3. The learner will be able to describe the application of energy management devices.
4. The learner will be able to connect and maintain controls for heating, ventilating, and air
conditioning
1. Describe common types of  Baseboard heaters

residential heating and cooling  Unit heaters
systems
 Forced-air furnaces
 Duct and plenum heaters
 Series heating cable sets
 Heating panel sets
 Hot water heating
 Heat pumps
 Electronic air cleaners
 Humidifiers
 System layout
 Domestic water heaters
 Tank
 Tankless
 Thermostats and controls
2. Describe the components of a  System layout
commercial HVAC system  Power and control circuits
 Fans and pumps
 Dampers and valves
 Heating and cooling equipment

3. Describe the application of  Time clocks
energy management devices  Programmable thermostats
 Computer-based systems
 Meter alarms and load shedders
4. Connect and maintain controls  Selection of components
for heating, ventilating, and air  System layout
conditioning
 Circuit connections

LINE J: INSTALL CONTROL CIRCUITS
1. The learner will be able to solve problems involving the installation of magnetic controls.
1. Solve problems involving  Mechanical switch circuits

switching and control circuits  Solid state switch circuits
 Magnetic relay circuits
 Motor control circuits

Competency: J3 Install Electronic Motor Controls
1. The learner will be able to describe the operating principles of variable frequency drives.
2. The learner will be able to connect and maintain variable frequency drives.
1. Describe the features of variable  Control panel features

frequency AC drives  Sizes and ratings
 Start-up and adjustments
2. Describe the operation of  Single-phase inverters
inverters  Three-phase inverters
 Single-phase to three-phase
 Variable voltage inverters
 Current source inverters
 Pulse width modulation inverters
3. Describe the operation of AC  Motor types and connections
motors used with variable  Applications
frequency drives
 Torque-speed characteristics
 Braking and reversing
 Ventilation
 Protection
4. Connect and maintain variable  Safety
frequency AC drives  Selection of components
 Circuit connections
 Setting Parameters
 Harmonics
 Cabling
 Inductors

Competency: J4 Connect and Maintain PLCs
1. The learner will be able to describe the operating principles of PLCs.
2. The learner will be able to describe the installation procedures and requirements.
1. The learner will be able to write basic PLC programs and use a programming terminal.
2. The learner will be able to connect and maintain PLCs.
5. Describe the features of  Input section

programmable logic controllers  Central processing unit
(PLC)
 Output section
 Programming devices
 Common peripherals
 Advantages of PLCs
6. Describe the memory system of  Executive memory
the processor  User memory
 I/O addressing
 Other addressing
7. Describe input and output (I/O)  Discrete AC output types
types  Discrete DC output types
 Discrete AC input types
 Discrete DC input types
 Preferred voltage levels
 Analog input types
 Analog output types
8. Describe basic installation  Environmental considerations
procedures  Wiring, grounding and shielding
 Power connections and sources
 Other considerations

9. Describe the operating cycle of  Program scan
the PLC processor  I/O update
 Scan time consideration
10. Describe basic programming  Types of programming languages
instructions  Relay ladder logic instructions
 Output energize instruction
 Examine if on instruction
 Examine if off instruction
 Latching and unlatching instructions
 Internal relay instructions
 Timer and counter instructions
11. Describe the interaction of  Effects of input status on input image
hardware and software tables
 Program logic scanning sequence
 True-false instruction status
 Control of program over output image
tables
 Effects of output image tables on output
devices
 Fail-safe wiring practices
12. Write basic PLC programs  Single motor control
 Multi-motor sequences
 Reversing motor control
 Three-way switch controls
 Toggle operation
 Pumping systems
 Up and down counters
 Latching circuits
13. Use a programming terminal  Application software and PLC logic
 Saving PLC documentation
 Downloading/uploading programs
 On-line monitoring
 Editing/modifying programs

14. Describe PLC operating modes  Run mode
 Program mode
 Test mode
 Single scan mode
 PLC status indicators
15. Connect and maintain PLC  Use I/O indicator lights to check wiring
systems  Use I/O image tables for bit status
 Monitor/test program on-line
 Perform safety checks
 Update documentation
 Print out working program

Competency: J5 Install Process Controls
1. The learner will be able to describe the operating principles of process control.
2. The learner will be able to connect and maintain process control systems.
1. Describe the components of an  Open loop control systems

automatic control system  Closed loop control systems
 Process variables
 Control system elements
2. Describe common types of  Motion sensors
sensors and transducers  Force sensors
 Fluid sensors
 Temperature sensors
 Light sensors
3. Describe the action of the  Basic comparator circuits
controller in automatic control  Application of feedback signals
systems
 Modes of control
4. Describe common types of  Solenoids, clutches and brakes
electrical actuators  DC servo motors
 AC servo motors
 Encoders and resolvers
 Stepper motor controls
5. Connect and maintain automatic  Troubleshooting sensors
control systems  Adjust set-points
 Program

LINE K: INSTALL SIGNAL AND COMMUNICATION SYSTEMS
Competency: K1 Install Fire Alarm and Suppression Systems
3. The learner will be able to describe the operation of fire alarm and suppression systems.
4. The learner will be able to describe procedures to install and test fire alarm and
suppression systems.
1. Describe the features of fire  Types of fire alarm systems

alarm systems  Addressable
 Non-addressable
 Fire alarm system operation
 Common initiation and signal devices
 Suppression systems
 Pre-action systems
 Ancillary system tie-in
 Supervision
 Paging systems
 Monitoring
 Annunciator
 Installation and wiring requirements
 Fire pumps
2. Describe procedures to install  Selection of components
and test a fire alarm system  Circuit connections
 Device placement
 Routing
 Verification

Competency: K2 Install Structured Cabling Systems
1. The learner will be able to describe structured cabling systems.
2. The learner will be able to describe procedures to install and test structured cabling
systems.
1. Describe structured cabling  Voice

system  POTs
 Data
 Copper
 STP
 UTP
 Coaxial
 Fibre
 Single-mode
 Multi-mode
 Patch block/panels
 Typical topography
 Generic layout of structured cable
systems
 Standards
 Safety
 Construction of cable
 Design of the system
 Prints and specifications
2. Describe procedures to install a  Safety
structured cable system  Manufacturer’s installer certification
 Certification and warranty procedures
 Cable layout
 Installation techniques
 Tools
 Colour coding
 Support systems and pathways
 Placing cable
 Work area (Field End)
 Terminations of cables
3. Describe procedures to complete  Testing of cables and terminations
testing and follow-up  Troubleshoot failures
 “As-built” prints (record drawings)
 Test data reports
 Fire stopping
4. Describe the basic features of  Components of a fibre optic
fibre optic installations communication system
 Features of fibre optic cables
 Installation and wiring requirements

Competency: K3 Install Nurse Call Systems
1. The learner will be able to describe the operating principles of nurse call systems.
2. The learner will be able to describe procedures to install and test nurse call systems.
1. Describe the operating principles  Types

of nurse call systems  Components
 Applications
2. Describe procedures to install  Installation procedures
and test nurse call systems  Mounting system components
 Connecting systems components
 Verification of system

Competency: K4 Install Building Automation Systems
1. The learner will be able to describe the operating principles of building automation systems.
2. The learner will be able to describe procedures to install and test building automation
systems.
1. Describe the operating principles  Lighting

of building automation systems  Fire systems
 Security systems
 HVAC
 Irrigation
 Sound
 Load shedding
 Window coverings
 DCS
 Computer interface
 Communication protocols
3. Describe procedures to install  Standards and manufacturer’s
and test building automation specifications
systems  Maintenance
 Testing and verification

Competency: K5 Install Sound Systems
1. The learner will be able to describe the operating principles of sound systems.
2. The learner will be able to describe procedures to install and test sound systems.
1. Describe the operating principles  Public Address

of sound systems  Ambient music
2. Describe procedures to install  Manufacturer’s specifications
and test sound systems  Environmental considerations
 Plenum ratings on cable
 Speaker placement
 Cable routing
 Verification

Competency: K6 Install Entertainment Systems
1. The learner will be able to describe the operating principles of entertainment systems.
2. The learner will be able to describe procedures to install and test entertainment systems.
1. Describe the operating principles  Stadium

of entertainment systems  Commercial theatre
 Home theatre
2. Describe procedures to install  Manufacturer’s specifications
and test entertainment systems  Environmental considerations
 Speaker placement
 Speaker phasing
 Sound metering
 Cable types
 Plenum ratings on cable
 Cable routing
 Controls
 Interfacing of systems
 Lighting
 Sound
 Video
 Verification

Competency: K7 Install CATV Systems
1. The learner will be able to describe the operating principles of CATV systems.
2. The learner will be able to describe procedures to install and test CATV systems.
1. Describe the operating principles  Regulatory authorities

of CATV systems  Cable construction and types
 Cable termination
 Signal generation
 Attenuation
2. Describe the components of  Tools and equipment
CATV systems  Terminations
 Boosters
 Splitters
 Satellite dishes
 Modems
3. Describe procedures to install  Wiring methods and techniques
and test CATV systems  Supply authority requirements
 System grounding
 Shielding
 Cable routing
 Terminations
 Boosters
 Splitters
 Programming
 Verification
 Troubleshooting

Competency: K8 Install Security Alarm Systems
1. The learner will be able to describe the operating principles of security alarm systems.
2. The learner will be able to describe procedures to install and test security alarm systems.
1. Describe the operating principles  Regulatory authorities

of security alarm systems  Types of security systems
 Silent/Audible
 Addressable
 Security alarm system operation
 Common detection and alarm devices
 Monitoring and recording
 Layout
 Surveillance
2. Describe the components of  Panels
security alarm systems  Programming Devices
 Initiation and Signal
 Surveillance
 Cable types
 Access control
3. Describe procedures to install  Mounting
and test security alarm systems  Cable routing
 Interfacing
 Verification
 Troubleshooting

LINE L: INSTALL HIGH VOLTAGE SYSTEMS
Competency: L1 Apply High Voltage Safety Procedures
1. The learner will be able to describe the purpose of high voltage safety equipment, and
procedures.
2. The learner will be able to describe high voltage safety procedures.
1. Describe common terms and  Voltage classifications

concepts associated with high  Effects of electrostatic fields
voltage systems
 Strike and creepage distances
 Tracking and flashovers
 Impulse voltage ratings
2. Describe features of distribution  Radial, ring and network systems
systems and substation  Unit substations and vaults
equipment
 Switch yards
 Protection and metering
3. Describe hazards and safety  Safe switching and key interlocking
precautions for high voltage  Limits of approach
installations
 Step voltage and touch voltage
 Ground mats
 Grounding of structures and equipment
 Station ground electrode
 Lightning arrestors
 Pole bands
4. Interpret CEC rules and supply  Supply authority regulations
authority regulations concerning  Use of CEC sections 26 and 36
high voltage installations
 Applicable tables in CEC

Competency: L2 Install High Voltage Cable
1. The learner will be able to describe the construction and operating principles of high
voltage cables and their terminations.
2. The learner will be able to describe procedures to install and terminate high voltage cable.
1. Describe features of high voltage  Types of dielectrics

cables  Methods of shielding
 Insulation levels
 Cable armour
2. Describe the construction of  Concentric neutral cable (URD)
common medium-voltage cables  Shielded cable
 TECK cable
 Voltage ratings
 AWG size and ampacity
3. Describe practical considerations  Cable pulling techniques
for high voltage cable  Types of stress relief
installations
 Termination classifications
 Termination techniques
 Cable splicing techniques
4. Interpret CEC rules and  Conductors, cables and raceways
regulations concerning wiring  Radii of bends
methods for high voltage
installations  Spacing and supports
 Joints, terminations and shielding
 Clearance requirements
5. Describe procedures to install a  Cable preparation
high voltage, single conductor,  Stress cone installation
solid-dielectric cable
 Grounding and shielding

Competency: L3 Install High Voltage Switch Gear
1. The learner will be able to describe the operating principles of high voltage switch gear and
protective devices.
2. The learner will be able to describe procedures to install and test high voltage switch gear
and protective devices.
1. Describe the features of high  Metal-clad and metal-enclosed

voltage switchgear switchgear
 Ratings of switches
 Types of operating mechanisms
 Types of switches
2. Describe the features of high  Expulsion and non-expulsion categories
voltage fuses  Ratings of fuses
 Types of high voltage fuses
3. Describe the features of high  Ratings of circuit breakers
voltage AC circuit breakers  Arc suppression
 Types of operating mechanisms
 Types of circuit breakers and reclosers
4. Describe safety procedures for  Safety lockout procedures and
operating high voltage switches grounding
and circuit breakers  Safety inspections
 Approved live-line tools
 Voltage testing
5. Interpret CEC rules and  Service equipment and disconnect
regulations concerning high means
voltage control and protective  Overcurrent protection
equipment
 Potential and current transformers
 Indoor installations
 Outdoor installations
6. Describe common types of  Constructional features of relays

protective relays used in high
 Time-current classifications
voltage systems
 Overcurrent relays
 Differential relays
 Voltage relays
 Solid state relays
 Device numbering on schematics
 Circuit breaker tripping and closing
circuits
7. Describe safety precautions  Visual inspections
when working with protective  Relay testing
relay circuits
 Secondary shunting
8. Describe procedures to install  Safety
high voltage switch gear and  Shutdown
protective devices  Cleaning
 Layout
 Clearances
 Torque specifications
 Mounting
 Maintenance records
 Commissioning

Competency: L4 Use of High Voltage Test Equipment
1. The learner will be able to describe the operating principles and use of high voltage test
equipment.
1. Describe characteristics of cable  Capacitance and dielectric absorption

insulation  Cable deterioration
2. Describe the use of a megger for  Types and ratings of meggers
insulation testing of high voltage  Hazards and safety precautions
circuits
 Testing procedures
3. Describe non-destructive testing  Applications of hypot testing
of cables and equipment  DC and AC hypot tests
 Injection testing
 Insulation currents
 Hazards and safety precautions
 Testing procedures
4. Describe the use and care of  Hot sticks
high voltage test equipment  Test probes
 Gloves
 Grounding leads
 Care and maintenance of equipment
5. Describe the use of high voltage  Hot sticks
test equipment  Test probes
 Gloves
 Grounding leads
 High pot testers
 Care and maintenance of equipment

SECTION 3
TRAINING PROVIDER STANDARDS

FACULTY CREDENTIAL AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
The instructor must possess:
 A BC Certificate of Qualification preferably with a Red Seal Endorsement.

 Certificate of Qualification from another Canadian jurisdiction complete with Red Seal
Endorsement only.
 A minimum of 5 years experience working in the industry as a journeyperson.
It is preferred that the instructor also possesses one or more of the following:
 An Instructors Diploma or equivalent

 A Bachelors Degree in Education
 A Masters Degree in Education

RECOMMENDED REFERENCE TEXTBOOKS
AC FUNDAMENTALS
by Duff and Herman
Delmar Publishers ......................................................................................... ISBN 0-8273-6527-6
BRITISH COLUMBIA BUILDING CODE

Building Standards Branch
Ministry of Municipal Affairs ........................................................................... ISBN 0-7726-1574-8
CABLES AND WIRING

AVO Multi-Amp Institute
DC FUNDAMENTALS
by Loper and Tedson
DELMAR’S STANDARD GUIDE TO TRANSFORMERS

by Herman and Singleton
ELECTRIC MOTOR REPAIR, 3rd EDITION

by Robert Rosenburg and August Hand
ELECTRICAL CONTROL FOR MACHINES

by Rexford
ELECTRICAL MOTOR CONTROLS AUTOMATED INDUSTRIAL SYSTEMS

by Rockis and Mazur
American Technical Publishers Inc................................................................ISBN 0-8269-1666-X
ELECTRICAL RACEWAYS AND OTHER WIRING METHODS

by Loyd
ELECTRICAL WIRING
by Seale
Howard W. Sams and Company ................................................................... ISBN 0-672-22695-2
ELECTRICAL WIRING - COMMERCIAL

by Mullin, Smith, Fraser and Jackson
Nelson Canada .............................................................................................. ISBN 0-17-604839-1
ELECTRICAL WIRING - INDUSTRIAL

by Smith and Herman

RECOMMENDED REFERENCE TEXTBOOKS (CONT’D)
ELECTRICAL WIRING - RESIDENTIAL

by Mullin and Fraser
Nelson Canada .............................................................................................. ISBN 0-17-604839-7
ELECTRICITY FOR REFRIGERATION, HEATING AND AIR CONDITIONING

by Smith
ELECTRONIC DRIVES
by Carrow
TAB Books - McGraw-Hill .............................................................................. ISBN 0-07-011611-3
ELECTRONIC VARIABLE SPEED DRIVES

by Brumbach
ELECTRONICS FOR ELECTRICIANS

By Stephen Herman
EMERGENCY, STANDBY AND OTHER AUXILIARY POWER SYSTEMS

by Editor, EC&M Magazine
Intertec Publishing Corp. ............................................................................... ISBN 0-87288-603-4
FIBER OPTIC CABLE SYSTEM INSTALLATION

by Pearson
Delmar Publishers .........................................................................................ISBN 0-8273-7318-X
FIRE ALARM SYSTEMS - A REFERENCE MANUAL

by Canadian Fire Alarm Association
Prosafe Publications Ltd. ............................................................................... ISBN 0-9692433-2-4
HAZARDOUS CLASSIFIED LOCATIONS

by Loyd
HEATING, VENTILATING AND AIR CONDITIONING

by Swenson
American Technical Publishers Inc................................................................ ISBN 0-8269-0675-3
IES LIGHTING HANDBOOK - APPLICATION VOLUME

by Illuminating Engineering
Society of North America ............................................................................ ISBN 0-87995-024-2
IES LIGHTING HANDBOOK - REFERENCE VOLUME

by Illuminating Engineering
Society of North America ............................................................................ ISBN 0-87995-015-3

RECOMMENDED REFERENCE TEXTBOOKS (CONT’D)
INTRODUCTION TO DIGITAL SYSTEMS

by Palmer and Perlman
Schaum’s Outline Series ............................................................................... ISBN 0-07-048439-2
INTRODUCTION TO THE FIRE DETECTION AND ALARM INDUSTRY

by Canadian Fire Alarm Association
Prosafe Publications Ltd. ............................................................................... ISBN 0-9692433-2-4
MODERN CONTROL TECHNOLOGY - COMPONENTS AND SYSTEMS

by Kilian
West Publishing Company............................................................................. ISBN 0-314-06631-4
PROGRAMMABLE CONTROLLER CIRCUITS

by Bertrand
SMART HOUSE WIRING

SOLID STATE FUNDAMENTALS FOR ELECTRICIANS

by Rockis
TECHNICIAN’S GUIDE TO PROGRAMMABLE CONTROLLERS

by Cox
TROUBLESHOOTING ELECTRIC MOTORS

by Mazur and Proctor
TROUBLESHOOTING ELECTRICAL/ELECTRONIC SYSTEMS

by Mazur and Proctor

MINIMUM LIST OF SHOP/LABORATORY EQUIPMENT REQUIRED FOR
LEVEL 1 OF THE ELECTRICIAN APPRENTICESHIP PROGRAM
Equipment List is based on the standard class size of 16 apprentices. The facilities must be
suitable for instructional use.
8 Power supply stations (with fixed and variable AC and DC outputs and metering)
8 Sets of resistors for circuit analysis labs
* Misc. magnetic devices such as relays, solenoids, bells, buzzers, chimes, etc.
8 Motor Control Stations (with manual and magnetic starters, reversing starters, assorted switches
and pilot devices, as necessary)
8 Small 3-phase motors
4 Single-phase, split-phase, dual-voltage motors
8 Analogue multimeters
8 Digital multimeters
8 Wattmeters
8 Clamp-on ammeters
4 Solenoid-plunger (wiggy) testers
4 Meggers
2 Wheatstone bridge
4 Outlet Analyzers
4 Light (photo) meters
2 Watthour meters
8 Wire gauges, micrometers, calipers
* Misc. conductors, cables and raceways for demo purposes
* Misc. dimmer and snap switches
* Variety of circuit protective devices
8 Electronic trainers
16 Computer stations with CD Rom, modem, software, etc.
1 Printer

8 Sets of resistors, capacitors and inductors for circuit analysis labs
* Misc. magnetic devices such as relays, solenoids, bells, buzzers, chimes, etc.
8 Motor Control Stations (with manual and magnetic starters, reversing starters, control and time-
delay relays, assorted switches and pilot devices, as necessary)
8 Small 3-phase motors
4 Single-phase, split-phase, dual-voltage motors
8 Oscilloscopes, dual-trace
8 Wattmeters
8 Clamp-on ammeters
4 Solenoid-plunger (wiggy) testers
4 Meggers
2 Wheatstone bridge
4 Outlet Analyzers
4 Light (photo) meters
2 Watthour meters
8 Transformers, dual-winding type (3 kVA typical)
4 Autotransformers, multi-tap type (1.5 kVA typical)
4 Current metering transformers
4 Potential metering transformers
* Misc. conductors, cables and raceways for demo purposes
4 Recessed incandescent fixtures
* Misc. dimmer and snap switches
4 Fluorescent lights (rapid start)
4 Fluorescent lights (instant start)
2 Mercury vapour lights
2 Metal halide lights
2 H.P. Sodium lights
2 L.P. Sodium Lights
* Variety of circuit protective devices
8 Electronic trainers
8 Function (signal) generators
16 Computer stations with CD Rom, modem, software, etc.
1 Printer

8 Sets of resistors, capacitors and inductors for 3-phase circuit analysis labs
8 Three-phase transformer stations
8 Three-phase motor control stations (with assorted reduced-voltage/current magnetic starters,
reversing starters, electronic starters, control and time-delay relays, assorted pilot devices as
necessary)
8 Three-phase squirrel-cage motors (assorted 6-lead, 9-lead and 12-lead)
4 Three-phase wound-rotor motors and controllers
2 Multi-speed motors and controllers
4 Three-phase synchronous motor and controller
2 Power factor correction capacitors, three-phase
8 Single-phase, capacitor-start, dual-voltage motors
1 Single-phase, shaded-pole motor
1 Single-phase, universal motor
8 Single-phase magnetic starters
4 Reversing drum switches
2 Three-phase alternator Synchronizing panel with metering and controls
2 Three-phase alternators with prime movers
8 DC motor control stations (with assorted magnetic and/or electronic starters)
8 DC motors, compound type
8 Oscilloscopes, dual-trace
8 Wattmeters
8 Clamp-on ammeters
4 Phase-sequence indicators
4 Meggers
4 Hand-held tachometers
2 Motor rotation indicators
2 Watthour meters
* Misc. conductors and raceways for demo purposes
8 Electronic trainers for discrete components
8 Function (signal) generators

*8 Power supply stations (with fixed and variable AC and DC outputs and metering)
*8 Sets of resistors, capacitors and inductors for 3-phase circuit analysis labs
*8 Three-phase transformer stations
*8 Three-phase motor control stations (with assorted reduced-voltage/current magnetic starters,
reversing starters, electronic starters, control and time-delay relays, assorted pilot devices as
necessary)
* 8 Three-phase squirrel-cage motors (assorted 6-lead, 9-lead and 12-lead)
* 4 Three-phase wound-rotor motors and controllers
* 2 Multi-speed motors and controllers
* 4 Three-phase synchronous motor and controller
* 2 Power factor correction capacitors, three-phase
* 8 Oscilloscopes, dual-trace
* 8 Analogue multimeters
* 8 Digital multimeters
* 8 Wattmeters
* 8 Clamp-on ammeters
* 4 Meggers
* 4 Hand-held tachometers
* 8 Electronic (semiconductor devices) trainers
* 8 Function (signal) generators
* The above list of Year 3 equipment could be duplicated (shared?) for a Year 4 class
17 Computer workstations with associated software programs and 1 laser printer
1 Multimedia (computer) projector
8 PLC workstation, with associated software
8 PLC simulator display board
8 Digital Logic & OpAmp Trainer
8 Transducer Fundamentals Trainer for automated controls
4 Adjustable Speed DC Drive c/w motor
4 Variable Frequency AC Drive c/w motor
2 Electronic Soft Start Controller
2 Conventional Zoned Fire Alarm System c/w initiating, signal and alarm devices
2 Addressable Fire Alarm System c/w initiating, signal and alarm devices
2 Intrusion Alarm System
2 Intercom System
1 Gas Fired Furnace Trainer
1 Electric Furnace Trainer
1 HVAC Roof Top Trainer
1 UPS System
1 Standby Power System c/w M-G set, automatic transfer switch and load bank
1 Demonstration High Voltage Vault c/w transformers, unit equipment, distribution switchgear,
protective relaying and metering
1 High Voltage Test Equipment including approved gloves, hot stick, voltage tester, mats, and
personal protective equipment
- HV cable stress cone termination kits
8 Data cabling installation and test equipment
1 Fibre optic tool kit
1 Photovoltaic Trainer

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Electrician Program Outline • Industry Training Authority

Section 1 – Occupational Analysis 1

Occupational Analysis Chart 2

Section 2 – Electrician Program Outline 4

Apprenticeship Training System 5

Schedule of Time Allotment for Level 1 6

Program Outline for Level 1 12

Section 3 – Training Provider Standards 164

Faculty Credential and Experience Requirements 165

Electrician Program Outline • Industry Training Authority i

Practical demonstration and student participation should always be integrated with

Electrician Program Outline • Industry Training Authority ii

Mickey Bliss, BC Instructor Articulation

Instructor Articulation Representatives

Electrician Program Outline • Industry Training Authority iii

OCCUPATION ANALYSIS CHART

Electrician Program Outline • Industry Training Authority 1

Electrician Program Outline • Industry Training Authority 2

Install devices Install emergency power Install alternative power

Install CATV systems Install security alarm

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Electrician Program Outline • Industry Training Authority 4

Winder Electrician Electrician

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Line A Use Essential Skills % of Time 6

Line B Use Safe Work Practices % of Time 3

Line C Use Tools and Equipment % of Time 0

Line D Apply Circuit Concepts % of Time 53

Line E Use Test Equipment % of Time 4

Line F Read and Interpret Drawings and Manuals % of Time 10

Line G Apply the CEC, Regulations, and Standards % of Time 12

Electrician Program Outline • Industry Training Authority 6

Line H Install Low Voltage Distributions Systems % of Time 2

Line J Install Control Circuits % of Time 10

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Level Two Theory Practical Page

Line A Use Essential Skills % of Time 4

Line D Apply Circuit Concepts % of Time 46

Line E Use Test Equipment % of Time 5

Line G Apply the CEC, Regulations, and Standards % of Time 10

Line H Install Low Voltage Distributions Systems % of Time 3

Line I Install Electrical Equipment % of Time 21

Line J Install Control Circuits % of Time 11

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Level Three Theory Practical Page

Line D Apply Circuit Concepts % of Time 33

Line E Use Test Equipment % of Time 1

Line G Apply the CEC, Regulations, and Standards % of Time 10

Line H Install Low Voltage Distributions Systems % of Time 3

Line I Install Electrical Equipment % of Time 35

Line J Install Control Circuits % of Time 18

Electrician Program Outline • Industry Training Authority 9

Level Four Theory Practical Page

Line D Apply Circuit Concepts % of Time 17

Line E Use Test Equipment % of Time 2

Line G Apply the CEC, Regulations, and Standards % of Time 10

Line H Install Low Voltage Distributions Systems % of Time 15

Line I Install Electrical Equipment % of Time 4

Line J Install Control Circuits % of Time 28

Line K Install Signal and Communication Systems % of Time 15

Line L Install High Voltage Systems % of Time 9

Electrician Program Outline • Industry Training Authority 11