Montgomery College 2015-2016 Catalog 
    
    Mar 28, 2024  
Montgomery College 2015-2016 Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

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BLDG 256 - National Electrical Code


(R only) CE

An examination of the National Electrical Code (NEC) and its application in electrical construction. Topics include terminology, wiring specifications and methods, grounding and bonding, tables and calculations, overcurrent protection, services, branch circuits and feeders, raceways, cables, motors, and equipment. PREREQUISITE(S): BLDG 150  or consent of department. Three hours each week. Formerly BU 264.

3 semester hours

Course Outcomes:
Upon course completion, a student will be able to:

  • Describe the general layout of the National Electrical Code (NEC).
  • Define “overcurrent protection.”
  • Perform wire size calculations using NEC tables.
  • Perform conduit fill calculations using NEC tables.
  • Describe various grounding methods.
  • Identify Article 250.


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