ELEC 2410 - Electrical-National Electrical Code

Credit Hours: 2.00

Prerequisites: None

(formerly ATEE 2410)

ELEC 2410 studies national and local electrical codes for wiring and apparatus. It covers wiring design and protection, wiring methods and materials, general use equipment, special occupancies, special equipment, and the use of tables and diagrams for the solution of practical wiring problems.

Location: South Campus

Contact Hours: 2
Billable Contact Hours: 2

OUTCOMES AND OBJECTIVES
Outcome 1:
Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to correctly use the N.E.C. book.

Objectives:

Correctly access the information contained in this syllabus.
Find the correct wire size for a specific installation.
Calculate the size of feeders and wires needed for a specific installation.

Outcome 2:
Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to, using the current N.E.C. book, calculate the size of conductors needed to wire a motor.

Objectives:

Using the N.E.C. table, size the conductor.
Using the N.E.C. table, size the conduit.
Using the N.E.C. table, size the motor starter.

Outcome 3:
Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to identify the various hazardous locations and describe the type of conduit and conductors needed at a specific location.

Objectives:

Identify a Class 1 location.
Identify a Class 2 location.
Identify a Class 3 location.

COMMON DEGREE OUTCOMES
(Bulleted outcomes apply to the course)

1. The graduate can integrate the knowledge and technological skills necessary to be a successful learner.

2. The graduate can demonstrate how to think competently.

3. The graduate can demonstrate how to employ mathematical knowledge.

4. The graduate can demonstrate how to communicate competently.

The graduate is sensitive to issues relating to a diverse, global society.

COURSE CONTENT OUTLINE

Introduction to NEC/Definitions
Boxes and Enclosures
Cables
Raceways and Conductors
General Provisions (One Family Dwellings)
Specific Provisions
General Provisions (Commercial)
Hazardous Locations
Industrial
Special Occupancies
Specific Equipment

Primary Faculty
Dulinski, Kenneth
Secondary Faculty

Associate Dean
Hinrichsen, Timothy
Dean
Hutchison, Donald

Official Course Syllabus - Macomb Community College, 14500 E 12 Mile Road, Warren, MI 48088