BT 141 - Resistive Circuit Analysis
You will prove Ohm’s Law, Watt’s Law, and Kirchhoff's Laws through classroom and laboratory experiences. You will apply these laws to solve series, parallel, combination, and three-wire circuit problems. You will become familiar with the terminology, operation, and connection of cells and batteries.
Credit Units: 4 Course Hours: 60.0
Prerequisites(s): BT 100(concurrent)
BWC 121 - Conductors and Branch Circuits
You will be introduced to the different conductor and insulation materials. You will be able to calculate conductor cross-sectional area, conductor resistance, line drop, and line loss. You will be able to determine conductor ampacity, overcurrent device rating, and bonding conductor size for appliance, receptacle, and lighting branch circuits. You will be able to design an electrical layout for a single dwelling and complete an estimate for the installation.
Credit Units: 4 Course Hours: 60.0
Prerequisites(s): BT 100(concurrent)
BWC 122 - Extra Low Voltage, Magnetism and Meters
You will focus on the inter-relationship of magnetism and electricity. You will use meters to measure electrical properties (such as volts, amps, resistance, power, and energy). You will install basic signal systems and typical residential remote control relay systems using industry installation standards and trade standards of workmanship.
Credit Units: 4 Course Hours: 60.0
JOBS 125 - Essential Job Skills
You will develop essential job skills by preparing job search documents and practicing effective interpersonal communication skills for the workplace.
Credit Units: 1 Course Hours: 15.0
PLS 122 - Single Dwelling Plans, Lighting and Services
Your studies will focus on electrical drawings and the installation requirements for single dwelling services. You will learn how to read and interpret construction drawings and apply lighting theory to determine lighting requirements for installations. You will also learn how to calculate the minimum size of service equipment. You will install a typical 100 amp overhead and underground single dwelling service.
Credit Units: 3 Course Hours: 45.0
Prerequisites(s): BT 100(concurrent), BWC 121(concurrent)
Revised Learning Outcomes
SFTY 130 - Safety and Personal Protective Equipment
You will be introduced to the Occupational Health and Safety requirements for the electrician trade. You will learn about personal protective equipment that is required when working in the electrical trade. You will learn about arc flash hazards. You will learn how to utilize ladders and scaffolds safely. You will be introduced to basic rigging equipment, calculations, and operations. You will learn about Occupational Health and Safety requirements for rigging operations and equipment.
Credit Units: 3 Course Hours: 45.0
WM 131 - Wiring Methods (Cables)
You will be introduced to installation requirements for electrical circuits using various types of cables. You will become familiar with the minimum Canadian Electrical Code requirements and practice installing typical circuits using various types of cables.
Credit Units: 4 Course Hours: 60.0
Prerequisites(s): BT 100(concurrent), SFTY 130(concurrent)
WM 132 - Wiring Methods (Raceways)
You will be introduced to installation requirements for electrical circuits using various types of raceways. You will become familiar with the minimum Canadian Electrical Code requirements and practice installing typical circuits using various types of raceways. You will learn how to bend electrical metallic tubing, and PVC conduit, and how to install a cable tray.
Credit Units: 3 Course Hours: 45.0
Prerequisites(s): BT 100(concurrent), SFTY 130(concurrent)
BT 100 - Introductory Electrical Theory and Practices
You will gain an understanding of the electrician trade, electrical theory, and electrical terminology through classroom and lab experiences. Your studies will help you become familiar with basic electrical circuits and components used in electrical equipment. You will terminate conductors and install typical lighting and receptacle circuits.
Credit Units: 4 Course Hours: 60.0
TOOL 149 - Tools and Fasteners
You will learn how to use hand and power tools common to the electrician trade. You will learn how to safely operate and maintain powder-actuated tools. You will learn about common fasteners used for wood, metal, masonry, and other materials.
Credit Units: 3 Course Hours: 45.0
INDG 100 – Intro to Indigenous Studies
You will receive an introduction to the Indigenous cultural groups within Saskatchewan. You will learn about the colonization of Indigenous peoples by the Canadian state. Your studies will help you discuss current issues and explore possible solutions.
Credit Units: 1
Course Hours: 15.0
