CELE1070 Conduit
This course covers conduit applications (basic to advanced), types of conduit systems and the bending and threading of each type of raceway. Benfield methods and National Electrical Code rules are used in all projects. Knowledge of the proper ways to install conductors and how to properly make the numerous types of bends skillfully help advance a person’s career in the electrical trades.
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:
Explain the role of electrical conduit in protecting and routing electrical wiring
Differentiate between the common types of conduit
Describe conduit best uses, considering factors such as environmental conditions, installation location, and load requirements
Perform basic conduit bending using manual and mechanical benders, following proper techniques to create accurate bends for both conduit routing and space-saving installation
Demonstrate the ability to cut different types of conduit to the correct length
Assemble conduit systems using appropriate connectors, couplings, and fittings to ensure a secure and safe installation
Support and fasten conduit according to the NEC, including appropriate spacing, support methods, and types of fasteners for different conduit materials and installation scenarios
Apply safety precautions related to conduit installation
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