Electrical Technology
Electrical Technology Scope and Sequence
Program / Hours: CIP 46.0399 – 2 Year Half Day Program
Course Description: An instructional program that prepares individuals to apply technical knowledge and skills necessary to install, operate, maintain and repair electrically energized residential, commercial and industrial systems, and DC and AC motors, controls and electrical distribution panels. Instruction emphasizes practical application of circuit diagrams and use of electrical codes and includes blueprint reading, sketching and other subjects essential for employment in the electrical occupations. Reading and interpretation of commercial and residential construction wiring codes and specifications, installation and maintenance of wiring, service and distribution networks within large construction complexes are also critical components of the program.
Learning Activities / Modes of Assessment:
- Small Group
- Large Group
- Independent Work
- One-on-One
- Classwork Activities
- Presentations
- Research Projects
- Research Papers
- Technology Use
- Tests and Quizzes
Individual Resources:
- Online Resources
- PowerPoint Presentations
- Computer Applications
- Conduit bending Equipment and Tools
Year / MP | Task # | K - Know | U - Understand | D - Do |
Yr 1 MP 1 | 101 | Identify career: role, function, obligations, and limitations of the dental care provider as a member of the dental team. | Understand roles and limitations of dental team members. | Create a visual diagram of a dental team with roles and responsibilities. |
Yr 1 MP 1 | 101 | Inspect and use personal protective equipment. | PPE is critical for protecting electricians from hazards. | Inspect and properly wear safety glasses, gloves, hard hat. |
Yr 1 MP 1 | 102 | Identify causes of job site accidents. | Recognize unsafe practices to prevent accidents. | List common jobsite hazards and explain prevention. |
Yr 1 MP 1 | 105 | Properly don fall protection. | Fall protection is required when working at heights. | Demonstrate putting on a harness. |
Yr 1 MP 1 | 106 | Identify four classes of fire extinguishers. | Fire extinguishers are specific to different fire types. | Identify correct extinguisher for electrical fires. |
Yr 1 MP1 | 107 | Confirm circuits are de-energized before working on them. | Always test before touch to ensure safety. | Demonstrate testing a circuit for power. |
Yr 1 MP 1 | 108 | Perform lockout/tagout. | Lockout/tagout ensures equipment remains de-energized. | Apply a lockout/tagout device. |
Yr 1 MP 1 | 109 | Inspect and use ladders. | Ladder safety prevents falls and injuries. | Set up and climb a ladder correctly. |
Yr 1 MP 1 | 110 | Complete jobsite hazard analysis form. | Hazard analysis reduces risk before work begins. | Fill out a hazard analysis for a mock site. |
Yr 1 MP 1 | 111 | Identify arc-flash hazards and protection (NFPA70E). | Arc-flash is a severe electrical hazard requiring PPE. | Identify required arc-flash PPE for a scenario. |
Yr 1 MP 2 | 201 | Use screwdrivers. | Screwdrivers are used for fastening electrical components. | Use a flathead and Phillips screwdriver. |
Yr 1 MP 2 | 202 | Use pliers. | Pliers grip, bend, and cut wire. | Use lineman’s pliers to cut wire. |
Yr 1 MP 2 | 203 | Use a keyhole/drywall saw. | Keyhole saws cut small openings. | Cut an outlet opening in drywall. |
Yr 1 MP 2 | 204 | Use a hydraulic knockout/punch tool. | Knockouts create conduit entry holes. | Punch conduit hole in a panel. |
Yr 1 MP 2 | 205 | Use a tape measure. | Accurate measurement ensures proper layout. | Measure conduit length accurately. |
Yr 1 MP 2 | 206 | Use wire strippers. | Stripping insulation prepares wire for connection. | Strip insulation from a conductor. |
Yr 1 MP 2 | 207 | Use wire cutters. | Wire cutters provide clean cuts. | Cut copper wire cleanly. |
Yr 1 MP 2 | 208 | Use a utility knife. | Utility knives cut insulation and materials. | Cut cable sheathing safely. |
Yr 1 MP 2 | 209 | Use a torpedo level. | Level ensures straight and accurate work. | Level conduit runs. |
Yr 1 MP 2 | 210 | Use a hammer. | Hammers are used to secure fasteners. | Hammer fasteners for conduit straps. |
Yr 1 MP 2 | 211 | Use a conduit reamer. | Reamers smooth sharp edges of cut conduit. | Ream cut EMT pipe. |
Yr 1 MP 2 | 212 | Use a hacksaw. | Hacksaws cut conduit and hardware. | Cut EMT with hacksaw. |
Yr 1 MP 2 | 213 | Use MC Cable splitter (roto-split). | Splitter safely cuts MC cable. | Strip MC cable with splitter. |
Yr 1 MP 2 | 214 | Use adjustable or non-adjustable wrenches. | Wrenches tighten and loosen fittings. | Tighten conduit fittings. |
Yr 1 MP 2 | 215 | Use ratchet and sockets. | Sockets fit bolts and nuts quickly. | Tighten bolts with socket set. |
Yr 1 MP 2 | 216 | Use nut drivers. | Nut drivers tighten small fasteners. | Use nut driver to secure cover plate. |
Yr 1 MP 3 | 302 | Use a hammer drill. | Hammer drills drill into masonry. | Drill a hole into concrete. |
Yr 1 MP 3 | 303 | Use a reciprocating saw. | Recip saws cut wood/metal quickly. | Cut EMT with reciprocating saw. |
Yr 1 MP 3 | 304 | Use a portable band saw. | Band saws cut conduit cleanly. | Cut conduit with band saw. |
Yr 1 MP 3 | 306 | Use a drill. | Drills are versatile tools. | Drill holes for fasteners. |
Yr 1 MP 3 | 310 | Use an oscillating multipurpose tool. | Oscillating tools cut in tight spaces. | Cut outlet box opening in drywall. |
Yr 1 MP 3 | 311 | Use impact driver. | Impact drivers fasten screws and bolts. | Drive screws with impact driver. |
Yr 1 MP 4 | 401 | Identify types of blueprint plans. | Blueprints show construction details. | Identify plan types in a set. |
Yr 1 MP 4 | 402 | Identify blueprint symbols. | Symbols represent electrical components. | Identify outlet/switch symbols. |
Yr 1 MP 4 | 403 | Interpret blueprint plans. | Reading prints guides installation. | Trace circuit on a print. |
Yr 1 MP 4 | 405 | Develop electrical details on a blueprint. | Details clarify installation methods. | Add detail to a plan. |
Yr 1 MP 4 | 406 | Use measuring tool to scale. | Scale allows accurate dimensions. | Scale room dimensions from a print. |
Yr 2 MP 1 | 501 | Identify, select, and install anchors and supports. | Anchors/supports secure electrical systems. | Install anchors for conduit mounting. |
Yr 2 MP 1 | 601 | Install non-metallic (NM) cable. | NM is common in residential wiring. | Install Romex cable to an outlet. |
Yr 2 MP 1 | 602 | Install metal-clad cable (MC). | MC cable protects against damage. | Run MC cable in lab wall. |
Yr 2 MP 1 | 605 | Terminate a coaxial cable. | Proper termination ensures signal quality. | Terminate coax cable with connector. |
Yr 2 MP 1 | 609 | Identify telecommunications cable types. | Telecom cables carry voice/data. | Identify Cat5, Cat6 cables. |
Yr 2 MP 1 | 610 | Terminate a RJ45 connector. | RJ45 connectors terminate data cable. | Terminate Ethernet cable. |
Yr 2 MP 1 | 611 | Install SE cable. | SE cable supplies power to panels. | Install SE cable into a service panel. |
Yr 2 MP 1 | 612 | Terminate and splice conductors. | Proper splices ensure safe circuits. | Splice wires in a junction box. |
Yr 2 MP 2 | 701 | Install a duplex receptacle. | Receptacles provide power access. | Install outlet in a box. |
Yr 2 MP 2 | 702 | Install a single pole switch. | Switches control circuits. | Install light switch. |
Yr 2 MP 2 | 703 | Install a 3-way switch. | 3-way switches control lights from 2 locations. | Install 3-way switch circuit. |
Yr 2 MP 2 | 704 | Install a 4-way switch. | 4-way switches allow control from 3+ locations. | Install 4-way switch circuit. |
Yr 2 MP 2 | 705 | Install a split-wired duplex receptacle. | Split receptacles allow multi-circuit use. | Wire split receptacle. |
Yr 2 MP 2 | 706 | Install a GFCI receptacle. | GFCIs protect from ground faults. | Install GFCI outlet. |
Yr 2 MP 2 | 707 | Install an AFCI. | AFCIs protect from arc faults. | Install AFCI receptacle. |
Yr 2 MP 2 | 708 | Install a time control switch. | Timers automate circuits. | Install timer switch. |
Yr 2 MP 2 | 709 | Install a range receptacle. | Range receptacles power stoves. | Install 240V receptacle. |
Yr 2 MP 2 | 710 | Install a dryer receptacle. | Dryer receptacles power dryers. | Install dryer outlet. |
Yr 2 MP 2 | 711 | Install various branch circuits. | Branch circuits supply different loads. | Wire a branch circuit. |
Yr 2 MP 2 | 712 | Install connected/smart devices. | Smart devices add automation. | Install a smart outlet. |
Yr 2 MP 3 | 801 | Install surface-mounted lighting fixture. | Surface lights provide illumination. | Install ceiling light. |
Yr 2 MP 3 | 802 | Install recessed lighting fixtures. | Recessed lights fit flush with ceiling. | Install can lights. |
Yr 2 MP 3 | 803 | Install a ceiling fan. | Fans circulate air and provide light. | Install ceiling fan. |
Yr 2 MP 3 | 804 | Install special purpose lighting. | Special lights meet unique needs. | Install floodlight. |
Yr 2 MP 3 | 805 | Identify IC and non-IC recessed lighting fixtures. | IC rated fixtures prevent overheating. | Identify recessed fixture types. |
Yr 2 MP 3 | 901 | Install Electrical Metallic Tubing (EMT). | EMT is a common conduit type. | Install EMT between boxes. |
Yr 2 MP 3 | 903 | Design a surface raceways system (wiremold). | Surface raceways add circuits neatly. | Design a wiremold layout. |
Yr 2 MP 3 | 904 | Install flexible raceway. | Flex conduit is used for movement areas. | Install flex conduit. |
Yr 2 MP 3 | 908 | Bend a stub 90°. | Stub bends start conduit runs. | Bend a stub 90 with bender. |
Yr 2 MP 3 | 909 | Bend an offset. | Offsets align conduit to boxes. | Bend offset in conduit. |
Yr 2 MP 3 | 910 | Bend a back to back 90°. | Back-to-back bends change conduit direction. | Make back-to-back 90s. |
Yr 2 MP 3 | 911 | Cut, ream, and deburr raceway systems. | Raceway prep ensures smooth wire pulls. | Cut and ream conduit. |
Yr 2 MP 3 | 912 | Install conductors in a raceway system. | Conductors must be pulled correctly. | Pull wires through conduit. |
Yr 2 MP 4 | 1001 | Install a hard-wired smoke detector. | Smoke detectors save lives. | Wire and mount smoke detector. |
Yr 2 MP 4 | 1002 | Install door-bell system. | Doorbells provide entry notification. | Wire a doorbell system. |
Yr 2 MP 4 | 1003 | Trim out electrical devices. | Trimming devices completes installation. | Trim outlets/switches with cover plates. |
Yr 2 MP 4 | 1004 | Install an occupancy sensor. | Sensors automate lighting for efficiency. | Install motion sensor. |
Yr 2 MP 4 | 1005 | Install a photocell. | Photocells control lighting automatically. | Install photocell on exterior light. |
Yr 2 MP 4 | 1101 | Use a multimeter to test a circuit. | Multimeters measure voltage, current, and resistance. | Test voltage in circuit. |
Yr 2 MP 4 | 1103 | Use a plug-in circuit tester. | Plug testers identify wiring issues. | Test outlet wiring. |
Yr 2 MP 4 | 1104 | Use a clamp-on ammeter. | Clamp meters measure current safely. | Measure current on live wire. |
Yr 2 MP 4 | 1106 | Use a circuit tracer. | Circuit tracers identify hidden circuits. | Trace a circuit in wall. |
Yr 2 MP 4 | 1107 | Use a network cable tester. | Cable testers verify connectivity. | Test Ethernet cable. |
Yr 2 MP 4 | 1108 | Apply Ohm's/Watt's law calculations. | Ohm’s Law underpins electrical theory. | Solve Ohm’s Law problem. |
Yr 2 MP 4 | 1201 | Install an overhead service. | Overhead service connects homes to utility. | Install overhead service drop. |
Yr 2 MP 4 | 1202 | Identify parts of an underground service. | Underground services are buried feeds. | Identify underground service parts. |
Yr 2 MP 4 | 1209 | Identify types of safety disconnect switches. | Disconnects isolate electrical systems. | Identify disconnect switch types. |
Yr 2 MP 4 | 1210 | Terminate a service panel/load center/sub-panel. | Panels distribute power to circuits. | Terminate conductors in service panel. |
Yr 2 MP 4 | 1301 | Identify the purpose of the NEC. | NEC ensures safe electrical practices. | State NEC purpose. |
Yr 2 MP 4 | 1302 | Use Chapter 9 Tables. | Tables provide conduit fill data. | Use Chapter 9 to size conduit. |
Yr 2 MP 4 | 1303 | Use NEC as reference for installations. | NEC is the rulebook for electricians. | Look up NEC requirement for task. |
Yr 2 MP 4 | 1304 | Identify publisher of NEC. | NFPA publishes the NEC. | Identify NEC publisher. |
Yr 2 MP 4 | 1305 | Identify code cycle of NEC. | NEC updates every 3 years. | State code cycle year. |
Yr 2 MP 4 | 1401 | Identify renewable energy sources. | Renewables reduce reliance on fossil fuels. | List renewable energy sources. |
Yr 2 MP 4 | 1402 | Identify procedures for installing a wind turbine system. | Wind turbines generate clean energy. | Explain wind turbine installation steps. |
Yr 2 MP 4 | 1404 | Identify procedures for installing a solar energy system. | Solar systems harness sunlight. | Explain solar panel installation basics. |
Yr 2 MP 4 | 1407 | Evaluate demand and consumption of electrical energy. | Energy audits help efficiency planning. | Evaluate sample energy use data. |
Electrical Technology Scope and Sequence PDF
Electrical Technology Syllabus
Program Description: An instructional program that prepares individuals to apply technical knowledge and skills necessary to install, operate, maintain and repair electrically energized residential, commercial and industrial systems, and DC and AC motors, controls and electrical distribution panels. Instruction emphasizes practical application of circuit diagrams and use of electrical codes and includes blueprint reading, sketching, and other subjects essential for employment in the electrical occupations. Reading and interpretation of commercial and residential construction wiring codes and specifications, installation and maintenance of wiring, service and distribution networks within large construction complexes are also critical components of the program.
Two Year Half-Day Program
Year One: 8:00am – 10:25am (36 weeks – 3 credits)
Year Two: 11:25am – 2:00pm (36 weeks – 3 credits)
Program Costs:
Students are required to purchase the following at an estimated cost of $600.
- Uniform shirts
- Sturdy work pants (jeans or canvas pants such as Dickie’s or Redcap)
- Custom Leathercrafts CLC 140XL Pro Framer work gloves
- ANSI Z-87.1+ rated safety glasses
- Ankle-length leather work boots
- 3 Ring Binder (1”)
- Single-subject notebook
- Pens, pencils, etc.
- Scientific Calculator (TI-30Xa or better)
- Klein electrician’s toolkit (Specified by instructor, and supplied & purchased by students through Lebanon County Career & Technology Center)
Job Titles – Career Pathways (Find online at http://www.onetonline.org) :
- 47-2111.00 - Electrician
- 47-3013.00 - Helpers—Electricians
- 49-9051.00 - Electrical Power Line Installers and Repairers
- 49-2094.00 - Electrical and Electronics Repairers, Commercial and Industrial Equipment
- 47-2231.00 - Solar Photovoltaic Installers
- 17-3023.00 - Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and Technicians
- 27-4015.00 - Lighting Technicians
CTC Knowledge Transfers to College Credits at: (www.collegetransfer.net select search and SOAR credits at the bottom)
- Harrisburg Area Community College
Certifications Available
NOCTI
National Occupational Competency Testing Institute (NOCTI) provides industry-based credentials and partner industry certifications for students enrolled in career and technical education programs.
PDE and Local Credentials and Certifications
CPR/First Aid/AED
American Ladder Institute
OSHA-10 Construction
Snap-on Digital Multimeters
NC3 Rule and Tape Measurements
About Your Instructor
Instructor Name: | Mr. Eric M. Derr |
Hire Year: | 2020 |
Email Address: | ederr@lcctc.k12.pa.us |
Education
Penn State University – CTE I Certification
Commonwealth of Pennsylvania – ABC Keystone Chapter Electrical Apprenticeship
Millersville University – Communication Coursework
Certifications and Awards
OSHA-10 Construction
American Red Cross CPR/First Aid/AED
NABCEP Entry-Level Solar Installer Certification
Excellence in Education Award 2022
Excellence in Education Award 2024
NFPA 70E Electrical Safety in the Workplace
Level 20 Electrical Wizard
Work Experience
Quality Electric – Apprentice Electrician
MidState Mechanical & Electrical – Electrician
Brubaker, Inc. – Electrician
IBEW Local 143 – Journeyman Wireman
Wilco Electric – Electrical Foreman
Stoner Electric – Electrical Foreman
Electrical Technology Behavior and Safety Procedures
- Read, understand, and follow the LCCTC Student handbook.
- Follow Attendance guidelines and absence procedures.
- Follow shop and school dress codes.
- Follow ALL safety rules.
- Be prepared with materials (pencil, paper, etc.) necessary for each day.
- Cooperate with others and work as a team. Respect fellow students and staff each day.
- Work with diligence, display initiative, and have a positive attitude.
- Complete all assigned tasks and assignments, doing your very best.
- Strive to achieve industry-related certifications.
- Make responsible decisions that positively affect your career.
Electrical Technology Tools & Equipment (major focus tools/equipment)
The following is a list of tools and equipment that students will receive instruction on:
- Basic & industry specific hand tools
- Power tools
- Conduit benders (hand and powered)
- Motor control trainers
- Fall arrest systems
- Platform lift
- Meters
- National Electric Code
Grading Scale
The LCCTC grading system incorporates three components: competencies (skill— 33.3%), career skills (work ethic— 33.3%), and theory (knowledge—33.3%). Each academic class implements a performance evaluation/student grading system that incorporates career skills (work ethic), and theory (knowledge). Each component is weighted equally.
Please refer to the Student Handbook, available on the school website at http://www.lcctc.edu for a complete list of grading components.
Progress Reports
Students will receive a “Progress Report” each mid-quarter through the mail for any student with a 70% or less, and a “Report Card” will be given to each student at the end of each quarter. It is the student's responsibility to share this information with their parents/guardians. Both reports will utilize student performance data obtained from competencies, career skills, and theory grades.
Please Note: 40% is the minimum grade for the first 3 marking periods. However, students with excessive absences may be assigned an earned grade with administrative approval. There is no minimum grade for the 4th marking period.
Electrical Technology Syllabus PDF