ELE 178 — Introduction to Wiring
This course will focus on the various career paths and/or opportunities in the electrical profession The different sectors of the electrical industry will be discussed The course will examine the variety of tasks typically performed by electricians as well as studying the responsibilities and aptitudes of those in the electrical profession This course will examine the different types of nonmetallic and metallic device boxes available, how to determine the appropriate box for a given application and the appropriate method for mounting device boxes Identifying and selecting various types and sizes of raceways and fittings will be discussed along with the different methods of installing raceways Methods of bending and installing conduit will be examined Finally, the course will examine the allowable ampacity of a conductor for a given application and installing conductors in a raceway system