What You Will Learn
- Understand how electricity works, how it is generated, transmitted to, and distributed throughout your home
- Have the knowledge and skills to safely and competently complete most home electrical projects and repairs
- Wire a receptacle (regular, switched, GFCI), a single-pole switch (3- and 4-way), a light fixture, and more
From there, the course covers in detail all types of receptacles, switches, and light fixtures, and how to correctly wire them. Safe practices are covered in detail, including the use of circuit testers. The course includes an in-depth look at rough-in wiring and explains the role, use, and importance of ground fault circuit and arc fault circuit protection.
At the end of the course, the student will know how to take on most small electrical projects and repairs around the home, both safely and competently.
Who This Course Is For
- Homeowners with an interest in learning how to complete small electrical projects and repairs throughout the home
- Anyone that may be looking towards a career as an electrician who would benefit from this knowledge base
- Anyone with a general interest in, or curiosity of, how electricity works and how it is put in use in the home
- Introduction to Learn the Basics of Household Wiring
- Safety First!
- The Basics of Electricity
- The Distribution Panel
- Breakers Explained
- Wires and Cables
- Electrical Theory
- Rough Wiring
- Electrical Outlets, Receptacles
- Arc-fault Circuit Interrupter (AFCI) Breakers
- Electrical Outlets, Switches
- Electrical Outlets, Switched Receptacles
- Light Fixtures
- Supplemental Information
- Conclusion