Electrical Courses

6011-Understanding Generators, Sales and Installations for the Electrical Contractor - 16 Hours

In this course, students will learn the following: Basic generator theory; Types of generators with options; Auxiliary systems; Generator applications; How to market and sell generators; Understanding, troubleshooting, and maintenance of generators; Four hours of hands-on installation of a generator and transfer switch.

Topics Covered:
  • Basic Generator Theory  
  • Protection and Transfer of Electrical Power   
  • Engine and Generator Controls   
  • Auxiliary Systems   
  • Generator Applications   
  • Troubleshooting and Maintenance  
  • Marketing and Sales 
  • Hands-on

6086-Understanding Transformers  - 12 Hours

This Course is designed for the individual who wants to learn more about transformers. Topics that will be covered: Transformer Theory: Magnetism, Phase Volt to Line Volt, Phase current to line Current, Turn Ratio, Applied Math NEC Requirement: 250-30 Separately Derived System, 450 Transformer

Connections of Different Types of Transformer: Single Phase and Three Phase Transformers, WYE-WYE, Delta-Delta, WYE-Delta, Delta-WYE, Buck Boost  Hands-On:   Wiring a 45 KVA Transformer, Wire a Buck Boost Transformer
 

6064-Master Electrician License Preparation – 100 Hours

To qualify for a Master Electrician License in Nassau & Suffolk County, individuals must prove 7 years working under a licensed Master Electrician.

This course will prepare you for the Nassau and Suffolk Master Electrician Exams. You will have extensive review in
 the following categories:
 
• Code
• Derating Factors
• Conduit & Box fill
• Services
• General Knowledge
• Transformers
• Marinas
• Grounding/Bonding
• Motor Calculations
• Load calculations (all types) 
• Ohms law
• Pools
• Mobile homes and parks
• Solar Photovoltaic
• Business Planning 
• Choosing Business Structure 
• Managing Risk 
• Marketing & Sales
• Bidding & Estimating
• Electric Vehicle 

6084-Practical for Electrical License - 21 Hours

This course will prepare you for the practical exams in Town of Hempstead, Town of North Hempstead, Town of Oyster Bay and Suffolk.
You will learn the following:
  • Specific information required for each individual township
  • Method of wiring control circuits
  • How to accurately bend pipe by using formulas
  • Proper circuits & wiring for motor control circuits as they apply to the proper jurisdictions
  • Various formats, tricks and calculation requirements for the various exams
Enrolled students are required to bring 2008 Code Book (available for purchase), Scientific Calculator, Notebook & Pen/Pencil, along with tools and material (list of tools & materials will be provided on the first night and must be acquired by the third night of class).

6077-Basic Estimating - 15 Hours

This course is designed for the individual who wants to learn electrical estimating.  The best chance to succeed in your business is by estimating accurately and correctly.
A laptop computer with a Windows OS and MS Word installed is required.

Topics that will be discussed and taught are:
•    electrical estimating fundamentals
•    estimating residential & commercial jobs
•    unit pricing
•    assembly method of estimating
•    the take off
•    calculating your overhead rate
•    applying your overhead with the margin formula
•    adjusting labor units
•    prime costs
•    breakeven
•    bid price
•    Taftog Software & Text Included
•    The 3 largest reasons a business fails
a)    undercapitalized
b)    not understanding overhead
c)    not estimating correctly
 

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