Construction, Design & Manufacturing

Catalog Course Descriptions

197 LOW VOLTAGE ELECTRICAL PRACTICES (3)

Lecture: 1.5 hours; Lab: 4.5 hours

This course offers instruction in the installation, termination, testing and documentation of low voltage systems, such as lighting, communication, telephone, data, control systems, and similar low voltage applications.

199 JOURNEY ELECTRICIAN EXAM PREPARATION (3)

Lecture: 1.5 hours; Lab: 4.5 hours

This course will prepare the student for the State of California Electricians' Certification Examination. The distance education version of the class uses the Internet, World Wide Web and personal mail.

200 ELECTRICAL CONSTRUCTION INSPECTION (3)

Lecture: 3 hours

This class provides specific inspector training in inspecting electrical construction with an intense study of the National Electrical Code (NEC). This course will prepare the student to take the voluntary Electrical Inspector voluntary certification exam given by the International Conference of Building Official (ICBO).

210 FUNDAMENTALS OF PROCESS INSTRUMENTATION (3)

Lecture: 3 hours

This class provides a study of the measurement and control of temperature, pressure, level, flow, humidity and other factors that can be analyzed and controlled. It includes a study of instrumentation symbols, Process and Instrumentation Diagrams, and the use of pneumatic and electric sensors, transmitters, controllers, valves, actuators, positioners, Programmable Logic Controllers, and computers to implement control strategy.

CONSTRUCTION ENGINEERING

COURSE DESCRIPTIONS

113 CONSTRUCTION CONTRACT LAW (3)

Lecture: 3 hours

The principles of construction contracts and subcontracts; terms and conditions of construction contracts and subcontracts; public works projects in the state of California; management of the construction work; liens and stop notices; and disputes, claims and arbitration.

ELECTRICAL LINEMAN

COURSE DESCRIPTIONS

600 Electrical Utility Line Worker (15)

Lecture: 6 hours Laboratory: 27 hours

The goal of this course is to produce candidates for an Electrical Distribution Mechanic (EDM) training program. Development of basic skills needed to be successful trainees will be emphasized. These skills include: overall safety considerations, power pole climbing skills, knowledge of the basic tools and materials involved with the electrical line crafts, general construction standards, basic rigging principles, and basic electrical theory that is specific to this trade. A 175 hour power pole-climbing certificate of completion is granted to students who successfully complete this course. A component of this course includes preparation for Civil Service Examination.

Special Note: Students during the course of instruction will be required to lift up to 60 lbs with repetition and will be required to climb and perform installation and maintenance operations at the top of 30 foot power poles. Physical or psychological impairments that might limit your abilities to succeed should be considered.

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