Oklahoma State University Institute of Technology
Face-to-Face Common Syllabus
Spring 2018
ECNT 1253 ELECTRICAL WIRING METHODS I - RESIDENTIAL
An examination, study, and implementation of electrical wiring and wiring devices found in various types of residential structures. Study to include National Electrical Code as it applies for these occupancies.
Course Purpose:
Understand the code requirements for a residential electrical project and how to properly apply them. Learn the proper methods of installation in a residence.
Type of course: Theory/Lab
Credit Hours: 3; Total hours of theory per semester: 37; Total hours of lab for the semester: 38
Class Length: Full Semester
Class Days and Times: MW 9:30-11:55 or MW 12:00-2:25 or TR 12:00-2:25
Prerequisites: None
Instructor Name: Heath Mosco Instructor Phone: (918) 293-4875
Office: Bldg.CNS2 and Room #103 Instructor email:
Contact: My preferred method of contact is Email. Please allow 24-48 hours to return your correspondence during the normal work week.
Instructor's Office Hours: MW 8:30-9:30; TR 10:00-11:00
Schools Name: Construction Technologies School’s Main Phone: 918-293-4742
Required Text, References, and Materials
Texts: Electrical Wiring-Residential, 19th Ed.; Mullin; Thomson; ISBN# 1-337-11621-1
References: National Electric Code 2017; NEC; ISBN# 978-145591277-3
Materials: Notebook, Pens, Pencils, & Calculator
Uniform/Tools: Closed toe shoes, Tools as required by ECNT 1253 Instructor
Estimated Cost for Materials: $200.00
Estimated Cost for Uniform/Tools: $650.00
Optional Resources: N/A
Upon completion of the course, students should:
Course Objectives / Assessment of Objectives1253-1. (Methods 1) Draw and interpret electrical symbols. / Exams, Assignments, Labs
1253-2. (Methods 1) Install Residential branch circuits using NM cable. / Exams, Assignments, Labs
1253-3. (Methods 1) Correctly identify by name, and explain the proper use of the common tools used in the Residential Electrical trade / Exams, Assignments, Labs
1253-4. (Methods 1) As a team member, wire a residential property IAW given instructions/prints and in compliance with NEC rules. / Exams, Assignments, Labs
1253-5. (Methods 1) Calculate electrical load/circuit requirement for residential circuits IAW NEC requirements / Exams, Assignments, Labs
1253-6. (Methods 1) Recognize and Explain common NEC requirements for residences. / Exams, Assignments, Labs
Aspects of the course objective assessments may be used in the university’s assessment of student learning. If applicable, an asterisk (*) above indicates this course is used in the university assessment program.
Course Activities
In this course students will:
Ø Participate in class discussions and activities.
Ø Participate in Lab Exercises
Ø Take examinations.
Ø Complete reading assignments.
Ø May be required to do quizzes.
Evaluation - Grades will be based on the quality and completion of these tasKS:
Quizzes 20%
Unit Exams 40%
Lab Exercises 30%
Final Exam 10%
Total 100%
*The student’s grade for this assignment will be used in the university’s assessment of student learning. A 70% competency or higher receives a Pass rating. This Pass/Fail rating is independent of the student’s course grade.
Daily and/or weekly quizzes, small weekly assignments and similar type projects: Normal return time to student by next class meeting or no later than one (1) week.
Extensive assignments, large lab projects, extensive quizzes, exams and similar type projects: Normal return time to students in one (1) to two (2) weeks.
RECOMMENDED STUDENT COMPETENCIES/SKILLS
Use Brightspace (D2L). Basic reading and math skills.
AUTHORIZED TOOLS
Electrical tools required for this course during lab activities will be furnished by the instructor.
Students may use any/all course materials, including books and notes, while participating in classroom activities. All quizzes and written assignments are to be completed independently; no collaboration with classmates is permitted and any instance of such will be considered academic dishonesty.
LATE WORK
As a general rule late work will not be accepted. Exceptions may be made on an individual basis only if prior arrangements have been made with the instructor.
TESTING
During testing no electronic devices may be utilized other than non-programmable calculators. Students may reference the National Electrical Codes during test.
OTHER LAB AND CLASSROOM POLICIES
Students are expected to cooperate in maintaining a classroom environment conducive to learning. Courteous and respectful behavior will be expected from all students each day.
Power is never turned on without the instructor’s permission.
No Jewelry will be worn in any electrical lab due to electrical shock hazards. When working on a lab exercise, all required personal protective equipment must be available and correctly worn.
SYLLABUS ATTACHMENT
View the Syllabus Attachment, which contains other important information, by visiting http://osuit.edu/center/student_syllabus_information
Course Schedule· Quizzes may be given at any time on material that has been covered.
Course Outline Schedule / Topic / Assignment / Due Date
Day1/Week 1 / Course Intro, Syllabus, & Schedule / Read Chapter 1 Elec. Wiring Residential / Next Class
Day1/Week 2 / Safety, Code Definitions, OSHA, NFPA 70E, PPE / NFPA 70E, Chapter 1 Elec. Wiring Residential / Next Class
Day2/Week 2 / NFPA 70, ANSI, Trade Sizes, Review for Test / Chapter 1, Elec. Wiring Residential / Next Class
Day1/Week 3 / Test Chapter 1 / Electrical Symbols, Chapter 2, Elec. Wiring Residential / Next Class
Day2/Week 3 / Chap. 2 Outlets, Devices & Junction Boxes / Review Elec. Symbols / Next Class
Day1/Week 4 / Test Elec. Symbols; Lab: Switches, receps., & lights / Chapter 2, Elec. Wiring Residential / Next Class
Day2/Week 4 / NEC Box fill, & Box fill requirements / Chapter 2, Elec. Wiring Residential / Current
Day1/Week 5 / Grounding/Bonding, NM Boxes, NM Cable / Chapter 2, Elec. Wiring Residential / Next Class
Day2/Week 5 / Test Chapter 2 / Chapter 3, Elec. Wiring Residential / Next Class
Day1/Week 6 / Lab – Branch Circuits & Split Receps / Chapter 3, Elec. Wiring Residential / Next Class
Day2/Week 6 / Calculating Branch Circuits, sizing & loading, Code Definitions / Chapter 3, Elec. Wiring Residential / Next Class
Day1/Week 7 / Code Quiz – Wire Type & Sizing, Ampacity Correction Factors & Nominal Voltages / Chapter 3, Elec Wiring Residential, NEC 2014 / Next Class
Day2/Week 7 / Calculating loads, OCPD’s, Determining # Small Appl. Branch Circuits / Chapter 3, Elec Wiring Residential, NEC 2014 / Current
Day1/Week 8 / Receps, AFCI, GFCI, Sml Appl, & Kitchen Countertops, Laundry and Bathrooms
Review Chapter 3 / Chapter 3, Elec Wiring Residential, NEC 2014 / Current
Day2/Week 8 / Test Chapter 3 / Bring Tools for Lab / Next Class
Day1/Week 9 / Wiring Lab Kitchens / Bring Tools for Lab / Next Class
Day2/Week 9 / Chap. 4 – Code definitions, Wire type & ampacity / Chapter 4, Elec Wiring Residential, NEC 2014 / Next Class
Day1/Week 10 / Code Quiz, Conductor Sizing OCPD selection / Chapter 4, Elec Wiring Residential, NEC 2014 / Next Class
Day2/Week 10 / Neutral conductors, Voltage drop, NM Cable AC/MC Cable, Cable installation, Review Chap. 4 / Chapter 4, Elec Wiring Residential, NEC 2014 / Next Class
Day1/Week 11 / Test Chapter 4 / Begin reading Chapter 27,28 / Next Class
Day2/Week 11 / Chap. 27,28 Service Entrance Equipment / Begin reading Chapter 29 / Next Class
Day1/Week 12 / Chapter 29 Service Entrance Calculations / Study for Test Chapter 27,28,29 / Next Class
Day2/Week 12 / Test Chapter 27,28,29 / Bring Tools for Lab / Next Class
Day1/Week 13 / Residential Wiring Lab / Bring Tools for Lab / Next Class
Day2/Week 13 / Residential Wiring Lab / Bring Tools for Lab / Next Class
Day1/Week 14 / Residential Wiring Lab / Bring Tools for Lab / Next Class
Day2/Week 14 / Residential Wiring Lab / Bring Tools for Lab / Next Class
Day1/Week 15 / Review for final / Study for the Final / Next Class
Day2/Week 15 / Final Exam
Schedule is subject to change at instructor discretion.
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