CELE1060 Blueprint Reading
This course covers the plans, symbols, and specifications for construction and design of residential and commercial buildings. Residential and commercial service calculations are included. National Electrical Code (NEC) is included in all discussions.
Prerequisite
None
Course Requirements and Evaluation
Refer to Course Syllabus for detailed information regarding the requirements and evaluation standards for this course. The Course Syllabus will be distributed the first week of the course.
Learning Outcomes
The following outcomes will be addressed in the course:
Identify common symbols, abbreviations, and conventions used in electrical blueprints, including symbols for electrical devices, circuits, panels, and components.
Interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and floor plans, identifying key electrical components and their relationships within the structure or system’
Differentiate between various types of blueprints, such as site plans, power distribution plans, lighting plans, and single-line diagrams, and understand how each applies to electrical installations
Interpret scale drawings, dimensions, and notations on blueprints, ensuring accurate placement and installation of electrical systems
Interpret panel schedules, understanding the distribution of electrical loads across circuits and identifying breaker sizes, circuit types, and amperage ratings
Explain how electrical systems outlined in blueprints meet relevant local codes, standards, and safety regulations, including proper spacing, wiring methods, and equipment placement
Text and References
A list of textbooks required for this course is available at the
campus store and in eServices.
Course Scheduling
The scheduled hours of instruction include sixteen hours for each lecture credit, thirty-two hours for each lab credit, and forty hours for each credit of supervised occupational experience (SOE). Lecture credit may include formal or impromptu lectures, demonstrations, or discussions with the entire class or with small groups or individuals. Refer to the Course Credits section of this course outline for the credit breakdown.
Accommodations Statement
Access Services - Reasonable accommodations are available to qualified students with documented disabilities. Upon attending an intake meeting with Access Services, qualified students will receive a letter listing the approved accommodations that they may provide to their instructors. If you have a documented disability that may require accommodations, contact HTC Access Services at
AccessServices@hennepintech.edu or
https://hennepintech.edu/current-students/access-services/index.html.
Campus
Eden Prairie Campus: 952-995-1300
Credit Details