Welcome to Electrical Trades Sampler Program (Construction Electrician, Industrial Electrician, and Powerline Technician)! Over the course of 12 weeks, ACE Trades and Technical Institute (ATTI) trains students in diverse and exciting world of electrical trades. This program provides hands-on experience and foundational knowledge across three key areas, equipping students with the skills and insights necessary to excel in electrical trades. Students will gain practical skills through real-world projects and interactive lessons, ensuring they are well-prepared to start their journey in the electrical industry.
Program Highlights:
- Duration: 12 Weeks
- Areas of Focus:
- Construction Electrician
- Industrial Electrician
- Powerline Technician
What You Will Gain:
- Hands-On Experience: Engage in practical exercises and real-world projects.
- Industry Knowledge: Develop a strong foundation in various electrical trades.
- Safety Training: Learn essential safety practices and protocols.
- Career Pathways: Discover potential career opportunities in construction electrical, industrial electrical work, and powerline maintenance.
Why Choose this program at ACE Trades and Technical Institute (ATTI)?
- Expert Instructors:
The Electrical Trades Sampler Program at ATTI offers an unparalleled learning experience through its expertly designed curriculum and experienced instructors. Covering essential disciplines like Construction Electrician, Industrial Electrician, and Powerline Technician, the program is structured to provide a strong educational foundation. Foundational subjects such as Trade Math, Success Strategies, and Tools and Equipment are taught before training on electrical component starts ensuring students acquire a solid grasp of core concepts. Students are guided by a Red Seal certified instructor boasting over 20 years of electrical industry experience. this program also covers advanced topics, including Introduction to Electricity, Skills requires in Construction electrician, Industrial Electrician and Powerline technician, blending theoretical knowledge with hands-on practice. With this comprehensive training, students embark on a transformative journey towards a successful career in the electrical trades, supported by experienced trade workers at every step. - State-of-the-Art Facilities:
At ATTI, students train in modern, well-equipped shop that simulate real-world working environments. These state-of-the-art facilities provide an optimal setting for practical learning and skill development. The labs are outfitted with the latest tools and technologies used in the electrical industry, ensuring students gain familiarity with the equipment and techniques they will encounter in their professional careers. This hands-on training is integral to the learning process, allowing students to apply theoretical knowledge in practical scenarios, thereby reinforcing their understanding and proficiency. - Comprehensive Curriculum:
The Electrical Trades Sampler Program is meticulously designed to cover a wide range of topics essential for aspiring electricians. The curriculum spans from basic concepts to advanced skills, ensuring a well-rounded education. Key areas of study include:- Trades Math: Essential mathematical principles and problem-solving techniques tailored for the electrical trades.
- Success Strategies: Practical advice and strategies for excelling in the electrical industry.
- Tools and Equipment: In-depth training on the use and maintenance of industry-standard tools and equipment.
- Introduction to Electricity: Fundamental concepts of electricity, including theories and applications.
- Foundational Skills Training for Construction Electrician, Industrial Electrician and Powerline Technician : Advanced skills required for Construction Electrician, Industrial Electrician and Powerline Technician for various settings, preparing students for specialized roles.
- Informed Decision-Making:
Students can make informed decisions about their future career paths based on real-life shop trainings of all three trades rather than theoretical knowledge. This reduces the likelihood of switching their trade later, saving time and resources. - Skill Development:
Through this sampler program, students begin to develop essential skills that are foundational across all electrical trades, such as basic electrical theory, safety protocols, and tool usage. This foundational knowledge is beneficial regardless of the specific trade they eventually choose. - Industry Insight:
Students gain insights into the working conditions, job responsibilities, and
career prospects within each trade, which can help them set realistic
expectations and career goals. - Transitioning to a Foundations Program:
- Customized Pathways: After completing the sampler program, students have the option to enter a foundations program in any of the electrical trade mentioned above. Foundations programs are typically more focused and intensive, providing the necessary training and certification to start a career in that specific trade.
- Seamless Transition: The skills and knowledge acquired during the sampler program often overlap with the foundational courses, making the transition smoother. Students can enter the foundations program with a solid understanding of basic concepts, giving them a head start.
- Enhanced Engagement: Having already experienced various aspects of the electrical trade, students are likely to be more engaged and motivated in their chosen foundation program. They enter with a clear sense of purpose and a specific career goal in mind, which can enhance their learning experience and overall performance.
- Expert Instructors:
- Orientation and Safety procedures for Trades Worker
- Trade-Specific Skills Overview: Basic overview of the fundamental skills and techniques required for the trade, including demonstrations or explanations of typical tasks or projects undertaken in the workshop.
- Guest Speakers from electrical industry.
- Overview of the workshop’s curriculum, expectations for attendance, participation, and performance.
- Trade Math
- Trade Mathematics Volume 1 , covers foundational topics such as basic arithmetic, percentages, ratios and proportions, simple and compound interest, averages, algebraic expressions, and financial mathematics. It equips readers with essential mathematical skills for business and trade contexts.
- Trade Mathematics Volume 2, delves into advanced algebra, statistics, financial mathematics, business calculus, matrices, linear programming, probability, and inventory management. This volume focuses on more complex concepts and their applications in business analysis, optimization, and decision-making. Together, these volumes provide a comprehensive mathematical foundation for students and professionals in commerce, economics, and business.
- Student Success Strategies –Apply Study and Learning Skills, Describe Expectations and Responsibilities of Employers and Employees, Use Interpersonal Communication Skills and Use Interpersonal Communication Skills
- Tools and Equipments –Describe Common Hand Tools and Their Uses , Describe Common Power Tools and Their Uses, Describe Rigging and Hoisting Equipment, Describe Ladders and Platforms
- Safety in Trades – Control Workplace Hazards, Describe WorkSafeBC Regulations, Handle Hazardous Materials Safely, Describe Personal Safety Practices, Describe Fire Safety
Electrical concepts – Describe the structure of matter, Describe the concepts of electric charge and current flow, Describe the methods of producing electricity, Describe the relationship between electrical power and energy, Describe the basic operation of electric circuits, Perform calculations by applying electric circuit laws, Calculate values of voltage, current, resistance and power in electric circuits, Perform meter readings to verify circuit concepts, Describe features of resistors, Describe features of switches, Describe features of circuit protection devices, Describe common insulating materials used for conductors, The purpose of conductor insulation is to prevent unwanted flow of electrical , Describe the application of various types of conductors, Measure and describe sizing of conductors, Calculate the resistance of conductors, Determine the ampacity of various types of conductors, Solve problems involving conductor line drop and line loss, Describe the generation of an alternating voltage, Describe the features of alternating current, Describe the difference between DC ohmic and AC effective resistance.
- Ohm’s Law and Watt’s Law
- Series to Combo circuits – Describe the characteristics of a series circuit, Solve problems involving series circuit, Describe effects of voltage sources in series, Solve problems involving parallel circuits, Describe effects of voltage sources in parallel, Describe the characteristics of a combination circuit
- Electrical theory – Electrical circuits and units of measurement , Ohm’s law , Kirchoff’s law, Magnetism, Electricity Generation, Multimeters, Circuit concepts – Series and Parallel Circuits; Electrical safety, Conductors: sizing, insulation types, voltage ratings and other conductor characteristics, Wiring methods, conduit and cable installation,Protection and control of electrical circuits – overcurrent protection (fuses & breakers)
- Interpret plans, drawings and specifications– Identify symbols, Describe conventions for schematic diagrams, Describe conventions for wiring diagrams, Describe conventions for single-line diagrams, Use diagrams to convey information, Convert between schematic and wiring diagrams, Describe the principles of orthographic projection , Identify lines, lettering and dimensioning used in sketches and drawings, Describe the application of working drawings, Describe common constuction drawings and their major divisions, Describe common drawing conventions, Describe electrical working drawings, Use residential prints, drawings, and specifications to locate information, Identify information found in manuals and instructions, Locate information in manuals and instructions, Use construction drawings to develop a material takeoff
- Use Canadian Electrical Code (CEC)– Describe the purpose of the CEC, Describe the general arrangement of CEC rules and regulations, Describe the administration of CEC rules and regulations, Describe CEC rules and regulations, Identify applicable codes and regulations
- Install Luminaires – Describe basic factors affecting vision, Describe light characteristics and measurements, Describe basic factors in lighting design, Describe the construction and features of incandescent lamps, Describe basic LED lighting
- Install Wiring Devices – Identify devices, Determine device installation requirements, Describe device testing requirements
- Basic of wiring lights – Describe the control of incandescent and LED lamps
Basic Motors and Control Systems – Describe the features of manual motor starters, Draw diagrams for manual AC motor starters, Describe safe procedures for working around motors and controls, Describe the features of three-phase, AC magnetic motor starters, Describe the operation of across-the-line magnetic starters, Draw schematic and wiring diagrams for magnetic starters, Describe features of control relays, Describe the operation of jogging circuits, Describe the operation of reversing magnetic starters, Describe the features of DC motor controllers, Describe the operation of magnetic DC motor controllers, Describe methods of deceleration for DC motors,
- Install and Maintain: Motors Starters and Controls – Describe troubleshooting procedures for motor starters and motor controls, Describe maintenance procedures for motor starters and motor controls
- Analyze Electronic Circuits – Describe fundamental characteristics of semiconductor materials, Describe features of the PN-junction diode, Describe features of the Zener diode, Solve problems relating to the Zener diode, Describe features of photo and light-emitting diodes, Describe features of the bipolar-junction transistor, Solve problems relating to the bipolar-junction transistor, Describe basic applications of the junction transistor in DC circuits, Describe features of specialty transistors
Introduction to R-L-C Circuits – Describe the effects of a series AC circuit containing resistance and inductance (R-L), Describe the effects of a series AC circuit containing resistance and capacitance (R-C), Describe the effects of a series AC circuit containing resistance inductance and capacitance (R-L-C), Solve problems and describe applications involving series AC circuits, Describe the effects of a parallel AC circuit containing branches of resistance and inductance (R-L), Describe the effects of a parallel AC circuit containing resistance and capacitance (R-C), Describe the effects of a parallel AC circuit containing resistance inductance and capacitance (R-L-C), Solve problems and describe applications involving parallel AC circuits, Describe the reasons for power factor correction, Describe the application of capacitors for power factor correction, Solve problems involving power factor correction
- Introduction to Single Phase Transformers-
- Review of and Final Exam of all three trades
- Resume Workshop and Interview Skills- covers crafting a professional resume, highlighting relevant skills and experiences, tailoring resumes for specific job applications, using action verbs effectively, formatting for clarity and impact, and avoiding common resume mistakes. Interview skills training includes interview preparation techniques, common interview questions and effective responses, answering behavioral questions, managing interview anxiety, presenting oneself confidently and professionally, and post-interview follow-up strategies