· CABLE SPLICING:

This is an updated course with a new textbook.  The course covers splices and terminations including resin filled , heat shrink and cold shrink.  This is a hands-on class, learn by doing.  This class has been approved by the Electrical Licensing and Inspection Unit for 6 Code Hours and 4 Technical Hours.  This is a 12 night class.  The instructor is Charles Pearson.  SEE CLASS SCHEDULE FOR MORE DETAILS.

 

· CODE CALCULATIONS:

This is a code study course requiring 14 classroom nights.  The focus of this course is on the different types of calculations required to properly apply the rules outlined in the NEC.  If you are interested in taking your State Masters Examination this is the class that will help you prepare.  This class has been approved by the Electrical Licensing and Inspection Unit for 16 continuing education credits.   The instructor is Cari Williamette.  SEE CLASS SCHEDULE FOR MORE DETAILS.

 

· CODE OF EXCELLENCE:

The Code of Excellence program is designed to provide increased value to electrical construction and maintenance users by enhancing the performance of signatory employers and the efficiency and craftsmanship of IBEW workers.  This is a one night 4 hour class.  SEE CLASS SCHEDULE FOR MORE DETAILS.

 

· CONDUIT BENDING:

This interactive course is designed to provide the student with practical hands-on experience and applicable trade information required to become proficient at bending conduit for residential, commercial and/or industrial electrical installations.  Students will use basic mathematics and layout fundamentals for proper bending of 1/2” through 2” EMT, Rigid and IMC Conduit.

 

The student will become familiar with basic concepts associated with cutting, measuring, and bending conduit.  After completing this course, students should be able to describe and make accurate stub up bends, offset bends, three-bend and four-bend saddles.  They should also be able to describe basic procedures for measuring conduit for specific types of bends and for cutting and threading conduit. 

 

Particular emphasis will be placed on pipe bending fundamentals and installations of raceways in various types of environments (residential, commercial, and industrial applications).  Included will be fundamental calculations for bending radii, offsets and some layout work for conduit systems.  Articles covered from the NEC are Art. 314 and Tables Ch9, Art. 344, Art. 342 and Art. 358.  The instructors are Mike Towle and Lance Velander.  This is an 8 night class/3 hours each night.   This class has been approved by the Electrical Licensing and Inspection Unit for 4 Technical hours.   SEE CLASS SCHEDULE FOR MORE DETAILS. 

 

· CPR-FIRST AID:

CPR is an 8 hour class covering infant, child and adult CPR.  It is a combination of classroom and hands on.  Participants must successfully complete both skills and written evaluations.  First Aid is a 4 hour class covering standard First Aid.  Individuals must pass a written test to receive their card.  CPR/First Aid is a three night class.  Certification is good for 2  years for both CPR and First Aid.  SEE CLASS SCHEDULE FOR MORE DETAILS.

 

 

 

 

 

 

COURSE DESCRIPTIONS—FALL 2008

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