ELT 106

Course Description

Introduces electrical symbols and their use in construction blueprints, electrical schematics, and diagrams. Topics include: electrical symbols, component identification, and print reading.

Competency Areas Hours
Electrical Symbols Class 3
Component Identification D. Lab 1
Print Reading Credit 3

Prerequisite: IFC 100, IFC 101
Corequisite: None

Course Guide

Competency After completing this section, the student will:
Electrical Symbols
Identification Identify electrical symbols.
Match symbols to electrical components.
International symbols Identify international symbols.
Discuss differences between international and U.S. symbols.
Component Identification
Identification Identify components on blueprints.
Print Reading
Interpretation Interpret electrical blueprint and schematic specifications.
Electrical installation plans Plan an electrical installation from electrical blueprint and schematic specifications.
Architectural and mechanical symbols Identify framing, air conditioning, and plumbing symbols.
Identify major framing components.
Discuss appropriate and inappropriate cutting, sawing, and boring procedures when installing electrical wiring and fixtures.