CONSTRUCTION EDUCATION FOUNDATION OF NORTH TEXAS
Description of the Program
This comprehensive Electrical curriculum prepares learners for a career as skilled professionals in the electrical field. It places strong emphasis on safe work practices, while covering applied electrical theory and residential, commercial, and industrial electrical knowledge and skills. Coverage of the National Electrical Code ® is integrated throughout to ensure learners are prepared as competent journeyman electricians. The four-level Electrical curriculum complies with the U.S. Department of Labor’s standards for apprenticeship programs.
| Course |
Instructor |
Day |
Lang |
Start Time |
End Time |
Start Date |
End Date |
Loc |
| Electrical I - A |
Munoz |
M |
E |
4:30 PM |
9:15 PM |
8/19/2024 |
12/16/2024 |
|
| Electrical I - A |
Munoz |
R |
E |
4:30 PM |
9:15 PM |
8/22/2024 |
12/19/2024 |
|
| Electrical I - A |
Viramontes |
R |
E |
4:30 PM |
9:15 PM |
8/22/2024 |
12/19/2024 |
|
| Electrical II - A |
Rodgers |
M |
E |
4:30 PM |
9:15 PM |
8/19/2024 |
12/16/2024 |
|
| Electrical II - A |
Munoz |
T |
E |
4:30 PM |
9:15 PM |
8/20/2024 |
12/17/2024 |
|
| Electrical II - A |
Trainor |
T |
E |
4:30 PM |
9:00 PM |
8/20/2024 |
12/17/2024 |
|
| Electrical II - A |
Lagunas |
R |
E |
4:30 PM |
9:15 PM |
8/22/2024 |
12/19/2024 |
|
| Electrical III - A |
Munoz |
W |
E |
4:30 PM |
9:00 PM |
8/21/2024 |
12/18/2024 |
|
| Electrical IV - A |
Elliott, Jr |
W |
E |
4:30 PM |
9:00 PM |
8/21/2024 |
12/18/2024 |
|
Legend: M=Monday, T=Tuesday, W=Wednesday, R=Thursday, F=Friday, Sa=Saturday, DFWEC=DFW Education Center, NLC=North Lake
College Main Campus, Online=Web Based Course
Type of Class: Semester
Class Fee: $1,815.00
17 Sessions/80 Hours
Prerequisite: English or Spanish Math Test or Applied Construction Math Class and ESL Placement Test if tests are taken in Spanish.
All testing must be completed no later than Friday August 16, 2024.
The course topics are: Build Your Future in Construction, Occupational Overview (The Electrical Industry), Basic Safety, Safety for Electricians, Introduction to Hand Tools, Introduction to Power Tools, Hand Bending, Device Boxes, Introduction to Basic Rigging, Introduction to Construction Math, Introduction to Electrical Circuit, Electrical Test Equipment, Basic Communication Skills, and Basic Employability Skills.
Course: Applied Construction Math I
OR Test: TABE Math - English
OR Test: TABE Math - Spanish
Conduit Bending Charts
$4.00 - Purchase Required
Calculator Scientific TI30XA
$17.00 - Purchase Required
2023 Ugly’s Electrical Reference Book
$36.00 - Purchase Required
2023 NEC Code Book
$207.00 - Purchase Required
Mike Holt Electrical Backpack - Level 1
$270.00 - Purchase Required
| Course |
Instructor |
Day |
Lang |
Start Time |
End Time |
Start Date |
End Date |
Loc |
| Electrical I - A |
Munoz |
M |
E |
4:30 PM |
9:15 PM |
8/19/2024 |
12/16/2024 |
|
| Electrical I - A |
Munoz |
R |
E |
4:30 PM |
9:15 PM |
8/22/2024 |
12/19/2024 |
|
| Electrical I - A |
Viramontes |
R |
E |
4:30 PM |
9:15 PM |
8/22/2024 |
12/19/2024 |
|
Type of Class: Semester
18 Sessions/80 Hours
Prerequisite: Electrical I-A
The course topics are: Electrical Theory; Introduction to Materials Handling; Introduction to National Electrical Code; Wireways, Raceways, and Fittings; Conductors and Cables; Introduction to Construction Drawings; Basic Electrical Construction Documents; and Residential Wiring.
Students must have a copy of the 2023 NEC edition.
For students enrolling in Electrical I-A in Spring 2024, they will need to enroll in Electrical I-B as well; these are run simutaneously.
| Course |
Instructor |
Day |
Lang |
Start Time |
End Time |
Start Date |
End Date |
Loc |
| |
** CLASSES FOR THIS COURSE ARE SCHEDULED FOR AN UPCOMING SEMESTER ** |
Type of Class: Semester
Class Fee: $1,815.00
17 Sessions/80 Hours
Prerequisite: Electrical I-B
The course topics are: Alternating Current, Motors: Theory & Application, Electrical Lighting, Conduit Bending, Pull and Junction Boxes, and Conductor Installations.
Note 1: Students must have a copy of the 2023 NEC edition.
OR Course: Electrical I Doubletime
OR Course: Electrical I - B Spanish
OR Test: Electrical Placement
Calculator Scientific TI30XA
$17.00 - Previously Purchased
Electrical Level 2 - 11th ed NCCERconnect + Paperback
$175.00 - Purchase Required
| Course |
Instructor |
Day |
Lang |
Start Time |
End Time |
Start Date |
End Date |
Loc |
| Electrical II - A |
Rodgers |
M |
E |
4:30 PM |
9:15 PM |
8/19/2024 |
12/16/2024 |
|
| Electrical II - A |
Munoz |
T |
E |
4:30 PM |
9:15 PM |
8/20/2024 |
12/17/2024 |
|
| Electrical II - A |
Trainor |
T |
E |
4:30 PM |
9:00 PM |
8/20/2024 |
12/17/2024 |
|
| Electrical II - A |
Lagunas |
R |
E |
4:30 PM |
9:15 PM |
8/22/2024 |
12/19/2024 |
|
Type of Class: Semester
17 Sessions/80 Hours
Prerequisite: Electrical II-A
The course topics are: Cable Tray; Conduit Bending; Conductor Terminations and Splices; Grounding and Bonding; Circuit Breakers and Fuses; and Control Systems and Fundamental Concepts.
Note: Students must have a copy of the 2023 NEC edition.
Course: Electrical II - A
| Course |
Instructor |
Day |
Lang |
Start Time |
End Time |
Start Date |
End Date |
Loc |
| |
** CLASSES FOR THIS COURSE ARE SCHEDULED FOR AN UPCOMING SEMESTER ** |
Type of Class: Semester
Class Fee: $1,815.00
18 Sessions/80 Hours
Prerequisite: Electrical II-B
The course topics: are Load Calculations (Branch and Feeders Circuits), Conductor Selection and Calculations, Practical Applications of Lighting, Hazardous Locations, and Overcurrent Protection.
Note: Students must have a copy of the 2023 NEC edition.
Course: Electrical II - B
Calculator Scientific TI30XA
$17.00 - Previously Purchased
Electrical Level 3 - 11th ed NCCERconnect + Paperback
$175.00 - Purchase Required
| Course |
Instructor |
Day |
Lang |
Start Time |
End Time |
Start Date |
End Date |
Loc |
| Electrical III - A |
Munoz |
W |
E |
4:30 PM |
9:00 PM |
8/21/2024 |
12/18/2024 |
|
Type of Class: Semester
18 Sessions/80 Hours
Prerequisite: Electrical III-A
The course topics are: Distribution Equipment; Transformers; Commercial Electrical Services; Motors Calculations; Voice, Data, and Video; and Motor Controls.
Note: Students must have a copy of the 2023 NEC edition.
Course: Electrical III - A
| Course |
Instructor |
Day |
Lang |
Start Time |
End Time |
Start Date |
End Date |
Loc |
| |
** CLASSES FOR THIS COURSE ARE SCHEDULED FOR AN UPCOMING SEMESTER ** |
Type of Class: Semester
Class Fee: $1,815.00
18 Sessions/80 Hours
Prerequisite: Electrical III-B
This level is crucial for Journeyman Exam Preparation. Course topics are: Load Calculations (Feeders & Services), Health Care Facilities, Standby & Emergency Systems, Basic Electronic Theory, and Fire Alarm Systems.
Note: Students must have a copy of the 2023 NEC edition.
Course: Electrical III - B
Calculator Scientific TI30XA
$17.00 - Previously Purchased
2023 Mike Holt Electrical Exam Preparation
$95.00 - Previously Purchased
Electrical Level 4 - 11th ed NCCERconnect + Paperback
$175.00 - Purchase Required
2023 NEC Code Book
$207.00 - Previously Purchased
2023 NEC Code Book Tabs
$36.00 - Previously Purchased
| Course |
Instructor |
Day |
Lang |
Start Time |
End Time |
Start Date |
End Date |
Loc |
| Electrical IV - A |
Elliott, Jr |
W |
E |
4:30 PM |
9:00 PM |
8/21/2024 |
12/18/2024 |
|
Type of Class: Semester
18 Sessions/80 Hours
Prerequisite: Electrical IV-A
This level is crucial for Journeyman Exam Preparation. Course topics are: Specialty Transformers; Advanced Controls; HVAC Controls; Heat Tracing and Freeze Protection; Motor Operation and Maintenance; Medium Voltage Terminations/Splices; Special Locations; Fundamentals of Crew Leadership; Unit 5- Raceway and box Calculations- Part A- Raceway sizing; Insulated conductors- Chapter 9 tables 5 and 8; Raceway Properties and Sizing; Annex C; Part B- Outlet Box Fill; Sizing Boxes for Conductors; Part C- Pull and Junction Boxes- Sizing Requirements; Unit 6-Part A- Conductor sizing and Protection- Conductor insulation; Conductor Sizes; Equipment Terminal Ratings; Part B- Conductor Ampacity; Ambient Temperature Corrections; Rooftop installations; Current Carrying Conductors; Conductor Sizing; Feeder Tap Rules; Unit 8- Motor and A/C Calculations; Part A- Motor calculations- scope of article 430; Motor Full Load Currents; Motor Nameplates; Branch Circuit Sizing; Feeder Conductor Sizing; Overcurrent Protection; Overload Protection Sizing; Short Circuit and Ground Fault Protection.
Note: Students must have a copy of the 2023 NEC edition.
Course: Electrical IV - A
| Course |
Instructor |
Day |
Lang |
Start Time |
End Time |
Start Date |
End Date |
Loc |
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** CLASSES FOR THIS COURSE ARE SCHEDULED FOR AN UPCOMING SEMESTER ** |