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Academy of Residential Construction National Association of Home Builders
Home Builders Institute
Residential Electrician Standards Summary Introduction
We are pleased to present the second in a series of National Skill standards for the
residential construction industry. The goal of this project is to establish national
standards for the residential construction industry that reflect industry skill requirements.
The standards will provide a basis for the certification and training of workers and
provide employers with objective benchmarks for selecting employees and evaluating
training needs. In addition, educators will find the standards useful for designing
curriculum and evaluating an individual’s training outcomes.
These standards in and by themselves do not represent a model-training program. These
standards are designed to be a source for developing program and curriculum and
evaluating the outcomes of residential electrician training programs.
Residential Electrician standards have been developed and validated, and incorporate
Level I standards for semi-skilled electricians and Level II standards for skilled
electricians. Standards were developed and validated for 117 critical work functions and
9 specialty or duty areas. Critical work functions describe the major tasks and content
areas of work within each specialty. Key activities or major tasks and knowledge
involved in completing critical work functions are also provided.
Performance Indicators, which help determine when critical work functions and key
activities are being performed competently and meet NEC 2002 (National Electrical
Code) standards, are referenced to critical work functions where applicable. Specific
NEC references have been linked with critical work functions and key activities or tasks.
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In addition, applied academic skills required to perform key activities are provided.
These include measurement, arithmetic, layout, algebra, communications and materials
applied academic skills. Safety requirements involved in completing key activities have
also been identified. Tools required for performing key activities are also identified.
This report presents the nine specialty or duty areas as a series of two-page summaries.
The first page of each summary lists the critical work function and carpentry specialty or
specialties that performs the work function. Key activities are also cross-referenced by
page numbers, where applicable, to the NEC 2002 code and Delmar’s Electrical Wiring
Residential (14th edition, 2002) and Delmar’s Residential Construction Academy;
Electrical Principles. Please note that the Electrical Skill Standards are designed to
correlate to both the RCA: Electrical Principles text, as well as the RCA: House Wiring
text – which is due to publish Fall of 2003. An updated Electrical Skill Standards
Correlation Grid will be included on the e.resource to accompany the House Wiring text
at that time. Currently, instructors may reference Electrical Wiring Residential, 14th
edition for further information, as noted on the Grid.
Descriptions of the codes used on the first page of each standard are listed on the second
page of each summary. This format offers a concise presentation of the critical parts of
each standard. For more detailed information, the reader is encouraged to review the
complete report, Residential Electrician Standards, published by the Home Builders
Institute.
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Standard Scales These scales will be used to assess performance to standard and required knowledge necessary to achieve competency. Applied Academics
Math Communication Skills Materials Safety 1. Measurement 1. Follow Verbal Directions 1. Select Appropriate Materials 1. Fall Protection 2. Arithmetic 2. Follow Written Directions 2. Apply as Specified 2. HAZMAT 3. Layout 3. Give Simple Directions 3. Electrical Protection 4. Applied Algebra 4. Give Complex Directions 4. Power Tools
5. Ladders & Scaffolds 6. PPE 7. Ergonomics 8. Trenching 9. Hand Tools
Skill Level Semi-Skilled Qualified to perform effectively under supervision Skilled Qualified to perform work independently
Duty Areas
1. Planning & Preparing Electrical Projects 6. Rough-In & Run Conductors 2. Establish Temporary Power 7. Trim Out 3. Blueprint Reading 8. Perform Checks on Energized Systems 4. Service Entrances 9. Troubleshoot & Repair Electrical Systems 5. Install Raceway Systems
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HBI National Residential Electrician Skill Standards Specialty (Major concentration in career area): Planning and Preparing Electrical Project Critical Work Function (The major responsibilities of work within a concentration): Workplace Safety Requirements The Work (What does the worker need to do to be able to perform the work competently?)
The Worker (What knowledge does the worker need?)
Performance Indicators (Indicators of how to determine when the key activity is being performed competently)
Additional Knowledge (Additional skills and knowledge required to perform key activities)
References
(Nationally recognized training materials)
Key Activity (The major tasks or knowledge involved in completing the CWF)
National Electrical Code 2002 Math Com. Safety Delmar/ Electrical Principles Delmar/ Electrical Wiring Residential, 14th ed
1. MSDS, OSHA, & Manufacturers' Instructions
Elec. Prin. pp. 6 & 7
2. Inspect & maintain personal protection equipment
Elec. Prin. pp. 8 & 9
3. Use appropriate tools & equipment 4. Follow electrical, fall protection and other safety requirements
Elec. Prin. pp. 7, 12
5. Handle hazardous materials safely Elec. Prin. p. 6 6. Respond to hazardous materials threats Elec. Prin. p. 6 7. Respond to other worksite emergencies Elec. Prin. pp. 11 & 12
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HBI National Residential Electrician Skill Standards Specialty (Major concentration in career area): Planning and Preparing Electrical Project Critical Work Function (The major responsibilities of work within a concentration): NEC Introduction and Definitions The Work (What does the worker need to do to be able to perform the work competently)
The Worker (What knowledge does the worker need?)
Performance Indicators (Indicators of how to determine when the key activity is being performed competently)
Additional Knowledge (Additional skills and knowledge required to perform key activities)
References
(Nationally recognized training materials)
Key Activity (The major tasks or knowledge involved in completing the CWF)
National Electrical Code 2002 Math Com. Safety Delmar/Electrical Principles Delmar/Electrical Wiring Residential, 14th ed.
1. NEC 90 Apply basic provisions & purpose NEC 90 1,2,3 1,2,3,4 3 2. NEC 100 Apply definitions for residential electrician
NEC 100 1,2,3 1,2,3,4 3
EWR, 14e p 1-55
3. NEC 110 Apply basic requirements for installations
NEC 110 1,2,3 1,2,3,4 3
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HBI National Residential Electrician Skill Standards Specialty (Major concentration in career area): Planning and Preparing Electrical Project Critical Work Function (The major responsibilities of work within a concentration): Basic Concept of DC & AC Electricity The Work (What does the worker need to do to be able to perform the work competently)
The Worker (What knowledge does the worker need)
Performance Indicators (Indicators of how to determine when the key activity is being performed competently)
Additional Knowledge (Additional skills and knowledge required to perform key activities)
References
(Nationally recognized training materials)
Key Activity (The major tasks or knowledge involved in completing the CWF)
National Electrical Code 2002 Math Com.
Safety Delmar/Electrical Principles Delmar/Electrical Wiring Residential, 14th ed.
1. Electricity & electron flow 2 1,2 3 Elec. Prin. pp. 21-26
2. Electrical measurement -- amp, ohm, watt, volt
2,4 1,2 3
EWR, 14e p. 56-58 Elec. Prin. pp. 30, 33-35
3. Apply Ohm's Law 2,4 1,2 3 Elec. Prin. pp. 36-38 4. Interpret resistance values & coding 2,4 1,2 3 Elec. Prin. pp. 45-48
5. Series circuits
2,4 1,2 3 Elec. Prin. pp. 54-68
EWR, 14e p. 193 6. Parallel circuits 2,4 1,2 3 Elec. Prin. pp. 69-81 7. Combination circuits 2,4 1,2 3 Elec. Prin. pp. 82-98
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HBI National Residential Electrician Skill Standards Specialty (Major concentration in career area): Planning and Preparing Electrical Project Critical Work Function (The major responsibilities of work within a concentration): Meters and Wire Tables The Work (What does the worker need to do to be able to perform the work competently)The Work (What does the worker need to do to be able to perform the work competently)
The Worker (What knowledge does the worker need?)The Worker (What knowledge does the worker need)
Performance Indicators (Indicators of how to determine when the key activity is being performed competently)
Additional Knowledge (Additional skills and knowledge required to perform key activities)
References
(Nationally recognized training materials)
Key Activity (The major tasks or knowledge involved in completing the CWF)
National Electrical Code 2002 Math Com. Safety Delmar/Electrical Principles Delmar/Electrical Wiring Residential, 14th ed.
1. Voltmeters, ammeters, ohmmeters 1,2,4 1,2,3,4 3 Elec. Prin. pp. 101-113 2. Use wire tables to determine conductor sizes and voltage drop
1,2,4 1,2,3,4 3
EWR, 14e p. 56-58,88-90 Elec. Prin. pp. 116-131
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HBI National Residential Electrician Skill Standards
Specialty (Major concentration in career area): Planning and Preparing Electrical Project Critical Work Function (The major responsibilities of work within a concentration): AC Circuits The Work (What does the worker need to do to be able to perform the work competently)The Work (What does the worker need to do to be able to perform the work competently)
The Worker (What knowledge does the worker need?)The Worker (What knowledge does the worker need)
Performance Indicators (Indicators of how to determine when the key activity is being performed competently)
Additional Knowledge (Additional skills and knowledge required to perform key activities)
References
(Nationally recognized training materials)
Key Activity (The major tasks or knowledge involved in completing the CWF)
National Electrical Code 2002 Math Com. Safety Electrical Principles Electrical Wiring Residential, 14th ed.
1. Apply AC concepts -- resistance, VA, etc. 1,2,4 1,2,3,4 3 Elec. Prin. pp. 147-158 2. Understand AC circuits with inductance 1,2,4 1,2,3,4 3 Elec. Prin. pp. 159-169 3. Understand resistive-inductive AC circuits 1,2,4 1,2,3,4 3 Elec. Prin. pp. 170-185 4. Understand resistive-inductive parallel circuits
1,2,4 1,2,3,4 3
Elec. Prin. pp. 186-196
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HBI National Residential Electrician Skill Standards Specialty (Major concentration in career area): Planning and Preparing Electrical Project Critical Work Function (The major responsibilities of work within a concentration): Capacitors The Work (What does the worker need to do to be able to perform the work competently)The Work (What does the worker need to do to be able to perform the work competently)
The Worker (What knowledge does the worker need?)The Worker (What knowledge does the worker need)
Performance Indicators (Indicators of how to determine when the key activity is being performed competently)
Additional Knowledge (Additional skills and knowledge required to perform key activities)
References
(Nationally recognized training materials)
Key Activity (The major tasks or knowledge involved in completing the CWF)
National Electrical Code 2002 Math Com. Safety Delmar /Electrical Principles Delmar/Electrical Wiring Residential,14th ed
1. Apply capacitor ratings appropriately 1,2,4 1,2,3,4 3 Elec. Prin. p. 202 2. Understand AC circuits with capacitance 1,2,4 1,2,3,4 3 Elec. Prin. pp. 209-217 3. Understand resistive-capacitive series circuits
1,2,4 1,2,3,4 3
Elec. Prin. pp. 214 & 215
4. Understand resistive-capacitive parallel circuits
1,2,4 1,2,3,4 3
Elec. Prin. pp. 216 & 217
5. Understand resistive-inductive-capacitive circuits
1,2,4 1,2,3,4 3
N/A
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HBI National Residential Electrician Skill Standards Specialty (Major concentration in career area): Planning and Preparing Electrical Project Critical Work Function (The major responsibilities of work within a concentration): Three-Phase Power and Transformers The Work (What does the worker need to do to be able to perform the work competently)
The Worker (What knowledge does the worker need)
Performance Indicators (Indicators of how to determine when the key activity is being performed competently)
Additional Knowledge (Additional skills and knowledge required to perform key activities)
References
(Nationally recognized training materials)
Key Activity (The major tasks or knowledge involved in completing the CWF)
National Electrical Code 2002 Math Com. Safety Delmar /Electrical Principles Delmar /Electrical Wiring Residential, 14th ed.
Three-Phase Power 1. Understand three-phase circuits 1,2,4 1,2,3,4 3 N/A Transformers 1. Understand single-phase transformers (VA, kVA)
1,2,4 1,2,3,4 3
Elec. Prin. pp. 221-242
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HBI National Residential Electrician Skill Standards Specialty (Major concentration in career area): Planning and Preparing Electrical Project Critical Work Function (The major responsibilities of work within a concentration): Generators, Motors and Alternators and Batteries The Work (What does the worker need to do to be able to perform the work competently)
The Worker (What knowledge does the worker need)
Performance Indicators (Indicators of how to determine when the key activity is being performed competently)
Additional Knowledge (Additional skills and knowledge required to perform key activities)
References
(Nationally recognized training materials)
Key Activity (The major tasks or knowledge involved in completing the CWF)
National Electrical Code 2002 Math Com. Safety Delmar/ Electrical Principles Delmar/Electrical Wiring Residential, 14th ed.
Generators, Motors & Alternators 1. Understand power production & distribution
1,2,4 1,2,3,4 3
N/A
2. Understand single-phase motors 1,2,4 1,2,3,4 3 Elec. Prin. pp. 243-260 3. Understand single-phase alternators/generators
1,2,4 1,2,3,4 3
N/A
Batteries (dry cell, wet cell) 2 1,2, 2,3 N/A
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HBI National Residential Electrician Skill Standards Specialty (Major concentration in career area): Temporary Power
Critical Work Function (The major responsibilities of work within a concentration): Establish Temporary Power to Job Site The Work (What does the worker need to do to be able to perform the work competently)
The Worker (What knowledge does the worker need)
Performance Indicators (Indicators of how to determine when the key activity is being performed competently)
Additional Knowledge (Additional skills and knowledge required to perform key activities)
References
(Nationally recognized training materials)
Key Activity (The major tasks or knowledge involved in completing the CWF)
National Electrical Code 2002 Math Com. Safety Delmar/ Electrical Principles Delmar/Electrical Wiring Residential, 14th ed.
1. Install temporary wiring at construction site
NEC 527 1,2,3 1,2,3,4 3,4,5,6,7,8,9
EWR, 14e p. 3-174
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HBI National Residential Electrician Skill Standards Specialty (Major concentration in career area): Blueprints
Critical Work Function (The major responsibilities of work within a concentration): Following and Interpreting Blueprints The Work (What does the worker need to do to be able to perform the work competently)
The Worker (What knowledge does the worker need)
Performance Indicators (Indicators of how to determine when the key activity is being performed competently)
Additional Knowledge (Additional skills and knowledge required to perform key activities)
References
(Nationally recognized training materials)
Key Activity (The major tasks or knowledge involved in completing the CWF)
National Electrical Code 2002 Math Com. Safety Delmar/ Electrical Principles Delmar /Electrical Wiring Residential, 14th ed.
1. Interpret & follow blueprints & specifications
1,2,3 1,2,3,4 1,2,3
N/A
2. Interpret drawing symbols & electrical designs
1,2
N/A
3. Interpret plans & specifications accurately 1,2,3 1,2,3,4 1,2,3 N/A
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HBI National Residential Electrician Skill Standards Specialty (Major concentration in career area): Service Entrances
Critical Work Function (The major responsibilities of work within a concentration): Meet NEC Requirements The Work (What does the worker need to do to be able to perform the work competently)
The Worker (What knowledge does the worker need)
Performance Indicators (Indicators of how to determine when the key activity is being performed competently)
Additional Knowledge (Additional skills and knowledge required to perform key activities)
References
(Nationally recognized training materials)
Key Activity (The major tasks or knowledge involved in completing the CWF)
National Electrical Code 2002 Math Com. Safety Delmar /Electrical Principles . Delmar /Electrical Wiring Residential, 14th ed.
1. Select appropriate size service & panelboards
NEC 220 1,2,3,4 1,2,3 3
N/A
2. Install appropriate service conductors & equipment
NEC230 1,2,3 1,2,3,4 1,2,3,4,5,6,78,9,
N/A
3. Install feeders NEC 215 1,2,3 1,2,3,4 1,2,3,4,5,6,78,9, N/A 4. Install panelboards and disconnects NEC 408 1,2,3 1,2,3,4 1,2,3,4,5,6,78,9, N/A 5. Install overcurrent protection NEC 240 1,2,3 1,2,3,4 1,2,3,4,5,6,78,9, N/A 6. Identify & install grounded conductors NEC 220 1,2,3 1,2,3,4 1,2,3,4,5,6,78,9, N/A 7. Install service ground NEC 250 1,2,3 1,2,3,4 1,2,3,4,5,6,78,9, N/A
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HBI National Residential Electrician Skill Standards Specialty (Major concentration in career area): Service Entrances
Critical Work Function (The major responsibilities of work within a concentration): Perform Electrical Calculations The Work (What does the worker need to do to be able to perform the work competently)
The Worker (What knowledge does the worker need)
Performance Indicators (Indicators of how to determine when the key activity is being performed competently)
Additional Knowledge (Additional skills and knowledge required to perform key activities)
References
(Nationally recognized training materials)
Key Activity (The major tasks or knowledge involved in completing the CWF)
National Electrical Code 2002 Math Com. Safety Delmar / Electrical Principles Delmar Electrical Wiring Residential, 14th ed
1. Complete load calculations NEC 220 1,2,4 1,2 3 N/A 2. Complete wire sizing calculations NEC 220 1,2,4 1,2 3 N/A 3. Determine minimum number of branch circuits
NEC 220 1,2,4 1,2 3
N/A
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HBI National Residential Electrician Skill Standards Specialty (Major concentration in career area): Service Entrances
Critical Work Function (The major responsibilities of work within a concentration): Assemble Required Tools and Materials The Work (What does the worker need to do to be able to perform the work competently)
The Worker (What knowledge does the worker need)
Performance Indicators (Indicators of how to determine when the key activity is being performed competently)
Additional Knowledge (Additional skills and knowledge required to perform key activities)
References
(Nationally recognized training materials)
Key Activity (The major tasks or knowledge involved in completing the CWF)
National Electrical Code 2002 Math Com. Safety Delmar /Electrical Principles Delmar /Electrical Wiring Residential, 14th ed.
1. Select appropriate types of cables & conductors
1,3 1,2 6,7
EWR, 14e p.77-80, 91-92
2. Use appropriate connectors, tubing & conduit
1,3 1,2 6,7
EWR, 14e p.82-83, 110-126
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HBI National Residential Electrician Skill Standards Specialty (Major concentration in career area): Service Entrances
Critical Work Function (The major responsibilities of work within a concentration): Install Grounding Conductors and Connectors The Work (What does the worker need to do to be able to perform the work competently)
The Worker (What knowledge does the worker need)
Performance Indicators (Indicators of how to determine when the key activity is being performed competently)
Additional Knowledge (Additional skills and knowledge required to perform key activities)
References
(Nationally recognized training materials)
Key Activity (The major tasks or knowledge involved in completing the CWF)
National Electrical Code 2002 Math Com. Safety Delmar /Electrical Principles Delmar Electrical Wiring Residential, 14th ed.
1. Lay out grounding system from plans NEC 250 1,2,3 1,2,3 3 EWR, 14e p.158-175 2. Install grounding system & connections NEC 250 & 200 1,2,3 1,2,3 1,3,4,5,6,7,8,9 EWR, 14e p.158 3. Install equipment grounding NEC 250 & 200 1,2,3 1,2,3 1,3,4,5,6,7,8,9 EWR, 14e p.158
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HBI National Residential Electrician Skill Standards
1. Calculate raceway bends, saddles & offsets 1,2,3 1,2,3 3 N/A 2. Locate junction boxes, conduit, raceways 1,2,3 1,2,3 3 N/A 3. Measure, bend & cut to specifications 1,2,3 1,2,3 3,4,6,9 N/A 4. Determine number of conductors per raceway
1,2,3 1,2,3 1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8,9
N/A
Specialty (Major concentration in career area): Install Raceway Systems
Critical Work Function (The major responsibilities of work within a concentration): Prepare and Layout System from Plans The Work (What does the worker need to do to be able to perform the work competently)
The Worker (What knowledge does the worker need)
Performance Indicators (Indicators of how to determine when the key activity is being performed competently)
Additional Knowledge (Additional skills and knowledge required to perform key activities)
References
(Nationally recognized training materials)
Key Activity (The major tasks or knowledge involved in completing the CWF)
National Electrical Code 2002 Math Com. Safety Delmar/Electrical Principles Delmar /Electrical Wiring Resdential, 14th ed
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HBI National Residential Electrician Skill Standards Specialty (Major concentration in career area): Rough-In and Run Conductors
Critical Work Function (The major responsibilities of work within a concentration): Determine Appropriate Wiring Methods and Conductors The Work (What does the worker need to do to be able to perform the work competently)
The Worker (What knowledge does the worker need)
Performance Indicators (Indicators of how to determine when the key activity is being performed competently)
Additional Knowledge (Additional skills and knowledge required to perform key activities)
References
(Nationally recognized training materials)
Key Activity (The major tasks or knowledge involved in completing the CWF)
National Electrical Code 2002 Math Com. Safety Delmar /Electrical Principles Delmar/ Electrical Wiring Residential, 14th ed
1. Determine general wiring requirements NEC 300 1,2,3 1,2,3, 3 N/A 2. Determine general requirements for conductors
NEC 310 1,2,3 1,2,3, 3
N/A
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HBI National Residential Electrician Skill Standards Specialty (Major concentration in career area): Rough-In and Run Conductors
Critical Work Function (The major responsibilities of work within a concentration): Install Appropriate Cables The Work (What does the worker need to do to be able to perform the work competently)
The Worker (What knowledge does the worker need)
Performance Indicators (Indicators of how to determine when the key activity is being performed competently)
Additional Knowledge (Additional skills and knowledge required to perform key activities)
References
(Nationally recognized training materials)
Key Activity (The major tasks or knowledge involved in completing the CWF)
National Electrical Code 2002 Math Com. Safety Delmar /Electrical Principles Delmar / Electrial Wiring Residential, 14th ed
1. Nonmetallic-Sheathed Cable NEC 334 1,2,3 1,2,3 1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8,9 EWR, 14e p.92-99 2. Metal Clad Cable NEC 330 1,2,3 1,2,3 1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8,9 EWR, 14e p.99-103 3. Armored cable 1,2,3 1,2,3 1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8,9 4. Service Entrance Cable NEC 338 1,2,3 1,2,3 1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8,9 EWR, 14e .p.117-120 5. Underground Feeder & Branch -Circuit Cable
NEC 340 1,2,3 1,2,3 1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8,9
EWR, 14e p.127-128, 57, 68
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HBI National Residential Electrician Skill Standards Specialty (Major concentration in career area): Rough-In and Run Conductors Critical Work Function (The major responsibilities of work within a concentration): Select and Install Raceways and Boxes and Enclosures The Work (What does the worker need to do to be able to perform the work competently)
The Worker (What knowledge does the worker need)
Performance Indicators (Indicators of how to determine when the key activity is being performed competently)
Additional Knowledge (Additional skills and knowledge required to perform key activities)
References
(Nationally recognized training materials)
Key Activity (The major tasks or knowledge involved in completing the CWF)
National Electrical Code 2002 Math Com.
Safety Delmar /Electrical Principles Delmar/Electrical Wiring Residential, 14th ed.
1. Electrical Metallic Tubing (EMT) NEC 358 1,2,3 1,2,3 1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8,9 EWR, 14e p.110-111 2. Rigid Metal Conduit (RMC) NEC 344 1,2,3 1,2,3 1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8,9 EWR, 14e p.111 3. Rigid Nonmetallic Conduit (RNC) NEC 352 1,2,3 1,2,3 1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8,9 EWR, 14e p.111-112 4. Flexible Metal Conduit (FMC) NEC 348 1,2,3 1,2,3 1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8,9 EWR, 14e p.113-114 5. Liquidtight Flexible Metal Conduit (LFMC)
NEC 350 1,2,3 1,2,3 1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8,9
EWR, 14e p.114-116
6. Liquidtight Flexible Nonmetallic Conduit (LFNC)
NEC 356 1,2,3 1,2,3 1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8,9
EWR, 14e p.116-117
7. Install Boxes and Enclosures NEC 314 1,2,3 1,2,3 1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8,9, EWR, 14e p.29-55
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HBI National Residential Electrician Skill Standards Specialty (Major concentration in career area): Rough-In and Run Conductors
Critical Work Function (The major responsibilities of work within a concentration): Install Branch Circuits and Switch Controls of Circuits The Work (What does the worker need to do to be able to perform the work competently)
The Worker (What knowledge does the worker need)
Performance Indicators (Indicators of how to determine when the key activity is being performed competently)
Additional Knowledge (Additional skills and knowledge required to perform key activities)
References
(Nationally recognized training materials)
Key Activity (The major tasks or knowledge involved in completing the CWF)
National Electrical Code 2002 Math Com. Safety Delmar /Electrical Principles Delmar/Electrical Wiring Resdiential, 14th ed.
1. Install lighting circuits NEC 210 1,2,3 1,2,3 1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8,9 N/A 2. Install lighting & receptacle circuits NEC 210 1,2,3 1,2,3 1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8,9 N/A
3. Install luminaries (fixtures) & fan outlets NEC 210 1,2,3 1,2,3 1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8,9 EWR, 14e p.185-204 4. Install kitchen small appliance branch circuits
NEC 210 1,2,3 1,2,3 1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8,9
EWR, 14e p.257-260
5. Install kitchen oven & range outlets NEC 210 1,2,3 1,2,3 1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8,9 EWR, 14e p.379-398 6. Install other special purpose circuits (disposals, dishwashers, etc)
NEC 210 1,2,3 1,2,3 1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8,9
EWR, 14e p.399-405
7. Install low and high voltage switch controls
NEC 404 1,2,3 1,2,3 1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8,9
EWR, 14e p.127-128
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HBI National Residential Electrician Skill Standards Specialty (Major concentration in career area): Rough-In and Run Conductors
Critical Work Function (The major responsibilities of work within a concentration): Install Other Indoor Residential Circuits The Work (What does the worker need to do to be able to perform the work competently)
The Worker (What knowledge does the worker need)
Performance Indicators (Indicators of how to determine when the key activity is being performed competently)
Additional Knowledge (Additional skills and knowledge required to perform key activities)
References
(Nationally recognized training materials)
Key Activity (The major tasks or knowledge involved in completing the CWF)
National Electrical Code 2002 Math Com. Safety Delmar /Electrical Principles Delmar/Electrical Wiring Residential, 14th ed.
1. Install electric resistance-heating equipment
NEC 424 1,2,3 1,2,3 1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8,9
N/A
2. Install track lighting & dimmer lighting circuits
NEC 410 1,2,3 1,2,3 1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8,9
EWR, 14e p.268-273
3. Install valance lighting NEC 410 1,2,3 1,2,3 1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8,9 EWR, 14e p.281-282 4. Install laundry & utility room circuits 1,2,3 1,2,3 1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8,9 EWR, 14e p.285-299 5. Install lay in fixtures/recessed fixtures NEC 410 1,2,3 1,2,3 1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8,9 EWR, 14e p.322-333 6. Install receptacle, wet bar & bathroom circuits
NEC 210 1,2,3 1,2,3 1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8,9
EWR, 14e p.334-354
7. Install workshop circuits & receptacles NEC 210 1,2,3 1,2,3 1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8,9 N/A
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HBI National Residential Electrician Skill Standards Specialty (Major concentration in career area): Rough-In and Run Conductors
Critical Work Function (The major responsibilities of work within a concentration): Install Special-Purpose Outlets and Circuits The Work (What does the worker need to do to be able to perform the work competently)
The Worker (What knowledge does the worker need)
Performance Indicators (Indicators of how to determine when the key activity is being performed competently)
Additional Knowledge (Additional skills and knowledge required to perform key activities)
References
(Nationally recognized training materials)
Key Activity (The major tasks or knowledge involved in completing the CWF)
National Electrical Code 2002 Math Com. Safety Delmar / Electrical Principles Delmar/ Electrical Wiring Residential, 14th ed.
1. Install dryer and cooking circuits NEC 210 1,2,3 1,2,3 1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8,9 N/A 2. Install water pump & water heater circuits NEC 422 1,2,3 1,2,3 1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8,9 EWR, 14e p.355-378 3. Install ceiling fans, vents & hydromassage circuits
NEC 210 1,2,3 1,2,3 1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8,9
EWR, 14e p.226-234
4. Install HVAC outlets & circuits NEC 440 1,2,3 1,2,3 1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8,9 EWR, 14e p.418-436 5. Install control circuits for gas & oil heating NEC 800 1,2,3 1,2,3 1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8,9 EWR, 14e p.437-450 6. Install voice, data & communication circuits
NEC 800 1,2,3 1,2,3 1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8,9
EWR, 14e p.451-477
7. Install detector & alarm circuits (security & fire)
1,2,3 1,2,3 1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8,9
EWR, 14e p.478-491
8. Install low voltage circuits 1,2,3 1,2,3 1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8,9 EWR, 14e p.451-4575 9. Install service-entrance equipment NEC 230 1,2,3 1,2,3 1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8,9 EWR, 14e p.492-528 10. Install standby power 1,2,3 1,2,3 1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8,9 EWR, 14e p.577-588
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HBI National Residential Electrician Skill Standards Specialty (Major concentration in career area): ): Rough-In and Run Conductors
Critical Work Function (The major responsibilities of work within a concentration): Special Residential Electrical Requirements The Work (What does the worker need to do to be able to perform the work competently)
The Worker (What knowledge does the worker need)
Performance Indicators (Indicators of how to determine when the key activity is being performed competently)
Additional Knowledge (Additional skills and knowledge required to perform key activities)
References
(Nationally recognized training materials)
Key Activity (The major tasks or knowledge involved in completing the CWF)
National Electrical Code 2002 Math Com. Safety Delmar /Electrical Principles Delmar/Electrical Wiring ,14th ed.
1. Wiring separate buildings or structures NEC 225 1,2,3 1,2,3 1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8,9 EWR, 14e p. 521-522 2. Swimming pools, spas, fountains, hot tubs and other water sources
NEC 680 1,2,3 1,2,3 1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8,9
EWR, 14e p. 559-568
3. Install outdoor branch lighting circuits 1,2,3 1,2,3 1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8,9 EWR, 14e p. 305-314 4. Install garage lighting & door opener circuits
1,2,3 1,2,3 1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8,9
EWR, 14e p. 521-522, 300-321
5. Install grounding for second building NEC 250 1,2,3 1,2,3 1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8,9 EWR, 14e p. 521-522
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HBI National Residential Electrician Skill Standards Specialty (Major concentration in career area): Trim Out
Critical Work Function (The major responsibilities of work within a concentration): Install and Connect Luminaries and Other Electrical Devices The Work (What does the worker need to do to be able to perform the work competently)
The Worker (What knowledge does the worker need)
Performance Indicators (Indicators of how to determine when the key activity is being performed competently)
Additional Knowledge (Additional skills and knowledge required to perform key activities)
References
(Nationally recognized training materials)
Key Activity (The major tasks or knowledge involved in completing the CWF)
National Electrical Code 2002 Math Com. Safety Delmar / Electrical Principles Delmar/Electrical Wiring Residential, 14th ed.
1. Install luminaires (fixtures) NEC 410 1,2 3 EWR, 14e p.185-192 2. Connect switches, receptacles & outlets NEC 404, 406 & 210 1,2,3 1,2,3 1,3,4,5,6,7,9 3. Install GFCIs, AFCIs NEC 210 1,2,3 1,2,3 3,4,5,6,7,9 EWR, 14e p.157-173 4. Install surge suppressors NEC 240 1,2,3 3,4,5,6,7,9 EWR, 14e p.178-179 5. Install & connect appliances NEC 422 1,2,3 3,4,5,6,7,9 6. Install ceiling suspended (paddle) fans NEC 422 1 1,2,3 1,3,4,5,6,7,9 EWR, 14e p.226-234 7. Connect HVAC equipment wiring NEC 440 1 1,2,3 1,3,4,5,6,7,9 EWR, 14e p.418-436 8. Install data, voice & communication devices
NEC 800 1 1,2,3 1,3,4,5,6,7,9
EWR, 14e p.451-477
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HBI National Residential Electrician Skill Standards Specialty (Major concentration in career area): Perform Checks on Energized System
Critical Work Function (The major responsibilities of work within a concentration): Check Voltage, Current and Continuity The Work (What does the worker need to do to be able to perform the work competently)
The Worker (What knowledge does the worker need)
Performance Indicators (Indicators of how to determine when the key activity is being performed competently)
Additional Knowledge (Additional skills and knowledge required to perform key activities)
References
(Nationally recognized training materials)
Key Activity (The major tasks or knowledge involved in completing the CWF)
National Electrical Code 2002 Math Com. Safety Delmar/Electrical Principles Delmar/Electrical Wiring Residential, 14th, ed.
1. Panelboards 1,2,3,4 1,2,3,4 1,3,5,9 N/A 2. Circuits (outlets & receptacles), luminaires, & appliances
1,2,3,4 1,2,3,4 1,3,5,9
N/A
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HBI National Residential Electrician Skill Standards Specialty (Major concentration in career area): Trouble Shoot and Repair Electrical System
Critical Work Function (The major responsibilities of work within a concentration): Trouble Shooting and Repair The Work (What does the worker need to do to be able to perform the work competently)
The Worker (What knowledge does the worker need)
Performance Indicators (Indicators of how to determine when the key activity is being performed competently)
Additional Knowledge (Additional skills and knowledge required to perform key activities)
References
(Nationally recognized training materials)
Key Activity (The major tasks or knowledge involved in completing the CWF)
National Electrical Code 2002 Math Com. Safety Delmar /Electrical Principles Delmar/Electrical Wiring Residential, 14th ed.
1. Analyze non-functioning wiring & equipment
1,2,3,4 1,3,4,5,9,7,9
N/A
2. Conduct appropriate tests 1,2 1,2,3,4 1,3,4,5,6,9 N/A 3. Make repairs if required 1,2,3 1,2,3,4 1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8,9 N/A
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