Course Code:
WTMT 102
Calendar Description:
This course introduces students to the various safety protocols required by workers in the electrical field. Topics include safe work practice around electrical circuits, electrical equipment and remotely energized equipment. General shop safety regarding electrically energized tools and equipment will be stressed throughout.
Date First Offered:
2013-02-01
Hours:
Total Hours: 90
Lecture Hours: 60
Laboratory Hours: 30
Total Weeks:
3
This course is offered online:
No
Pre-Requisites:
WTMT 101 - Wind Turbine Basics
Non-Course Pre-Requisites:
None
Co-Requisites:
ABTC 121 - Electronic Spreadsheet
ABTC 144 - Groupware
ABTC 194 - Presentation Software
Course Content:
- Wind Turbine Electrical Safe work practices
- Application of the Canadian Electrical Code (CEC)
- Wiring practices
- Rules of the CEC
Learning Outcomes:
Upon successful completion of this course, learners will be able to:
- Describe safe work practices when working on wind turbines
- Identify safety gear for electrical work (PPE)
- Describe safety equipment used in electrical work
- Apply the CEC to appropriate electrical work
- Utilize safe work practice in lab mock ups
Knowledge:
Use initiative to identify tasks.
Attitudes:
Use time productively.
Skills:
Select and use appropriate tools.
Grading System:
Percentage
Passing Grade:
70%
Grading Weight:
Final Exam: 20 %
Quizzes and Tests: 70 %
Lab Work: 10 %
Percentage of Individual Work:
100
Course Offered in Other Programs:
No
Supplies:
Coveralls, footwear having CSA approved safety-toe protection, CSA approved safety glasses with clear lenses, learning modules, notebooks, and calculator.
Keys to Success:
Attendance
Class participation
Shop safety
Maintaining a professional attitude
successful study habits
Receiving a minimum 70% in the program
Text Books:
Required - BZEE, BZEE Curriculum Manual. Chapters Covered: Selected
Required - Industry Training Authority, Electrical Selected Curriculum (Queen's Printer). Chapters Covered: Selections