EWIR 110 - Electrical Principles

    Recent Professors
    J. Velasquez, J. Soto
    Recent Semesters
    Fall 2026, Spring 2026, Winter 2026, Fall 2025
    Class Size
    22 students
    Credits
    4
    Fall 2026 Sections
    View Fall 2026 sections of EWIR 110
    Transfers To
    CSU
    Description
    This course meets National Electric Code (NEC) guidelines consistent with industry standards. This course provides the electrical student with instruction in basic principles of electrical safety. Instruction will include an introduction to power plants and grid functions, electrical theory and test equipment, the use of device boxes, fittings and conductors, and the interpretation of commercial, industrial and residential symbols, diagrams and schematics. The course will also include electrical principles of residential wiring, which include Photovoltaic installation, maintenance and troubleshooting. The course is approved by the Department of Industrial Relations (DIR) and will allow students to qualify for an Electrical Trainee (ET) card and count towards an electrical journeyman license.
    Usually Held
    Mon Wed 8:30am–9:35am, Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri 8:15am–9:40am, Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri 9:45am–2:20pm, Mon Wed 1:00pm–2:05pm