2014 – 2015
Florida Department of Education
Curriculum Framework 

Program Title:	Construction Electricity Technician
Career Cluster:	Architecture and Construction

CCC	
CIP Number	0646030207	
Program Type	College Credit Certificate (CCC)	
Program Length	24 Credit Hours	
CTSO	SkillsUSA	
SOC Codes (all applicable) 	47-2111 - Electricians	
Targeted Occupation List	http://www.labormarketinfo.com/wec/TargetOccupationList.htm	
Perkins Technical Skill Attainment Inventory	http://www.fldoe.org/workforce/perkins/perkins_resources.asp 	
Statewide Articulation	http://www.fldoe.org/workforce/dwdframe/artic_frame.asp 	

Purpose

The purpose of this program is to prepare students for employment or advanced training in a variety of construction electrical industries or to supplement training for persons previously or currently employed in theses occupations. This certificate program is part of the Construction Electricity Management AAS degree program (0646030205).  

A College Credit Certificate consists of a program of instruction of less than sixty (60) credits of college-level courses, which is part of an AS or AAS degree program and prepares students for entry into employment (Rule 6A-14.030, F.A.C.).

This program offers a sequence of courses that provides coherent and rigorous content aligned with challenging academic standards and relevant technical knowledge and skills needed to prepare for further education and careers in the Architecture and Construction career cluster; provides technical skill proficiency, and includes competency-based applied learning that contributes to the academic knowledge, higher-order reasoning and problem-solving skills, work attitudes, general employability skills, technical skills, and occupation-specific skills, and knowledge of all aspects of the Architecture and Construction career cluster. 

The content includes but is not limited to safe working conditions, understanding electricity, installing residential wiring, demonstrate specialized electrical skills, and demonstrate problem solving methods encountered outside the classroom as listed in the standards.
Additional Information relevant to this Career and Technical Education (CTE) program is provided at the end of this document.

Standards

After successfully completing this program, the student will be able to perform the following:

01.0	Identify safe working conditions at the laboratory and workplace and observe safety precautions.
02.0	Demonstrate an understanding of basic Direct-Current (DC) electrical-circuit skills.
03.0	Communicate effectively.
04.0	Apply electricity-related basic math.
05.0	Demonstrate an understanding of basic electricity.
06.0	Read and interpret basic electric codes.
07.0	Apply electricity-related basic math.
08.0	Demonstrate Alternating-Current (AC) circuit skills.
09.0	Install residential wiring.
10.0	Demonstrate proficiency in commercial wiring.
11.0	Demonstrate specialized electrical skills.

2014 – 2015
Florida Department of Education
Student Performance Standards

Program Title:	Construction Electricity Technician
CIP Number:		0646030207
Program Length:	24 Credit Hours
SOC Code(s):		47-2111

This certificate program is part of the Construction Electricity Management AAS degree program (0646030205).  At the completion of this program, the student will be able to:	
01.0	Identify safe working conditions at the laboratory and workplace and observe safety precautions--The student will be able to:	
01.01	Clean the work area and maintain it in a safe condition.	
01.02	Apply lab policies and procedures for safety, including fire safety.	
01.03	Identify and operate workplace-safety electrical devices.	
01.04	Identify health-related problems that may result from exposure to work-related chemicals and hazardous materials, and know the proper precautions required for handling such materials.	
01.05	Demonstrate the proper use and care of hand and power tools and equipment.	
01.06	Demonstrate a knowledge of CPR (Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation) and first aid.	
01.07	Troubleshoot residential electric circuits.	
01.08	Drill holes in metal, wood and concrete for electrical wiring.	
01.09	Identify and select tools, equipment, materials and wires to complete a job.	
01.10	Lay out electrical devices, complying with regulations.	
01.11	Install the following, complying with the appropriate local, state or national electric codes:
a.	conductors and cable
b.	standard outlets and switch boxes
c.	Explain cord connections on major appliances
d.	Cords switches, receptacles and dimmers, including a single-pole switched lighting circuit, a three-way switched lighting circuit and a four-way combination circuit.	
02.0	Demonstrate an understanding of basic Direct-Current (DC) electrical-circuit skills--The student will be able to:	
02.01	Define the terms "voltage," "current," "resistance," "power," and "energy."	
02.02	Measure voltage, amperage and resistance, using a Volt-Ohm Meter (VOM) and a Digital Volt-Ohm Meter (DVM).	
02.03	Analyze and explain a series, series-parallel and parallel circuit.	
02.04	Draw each type of circuit and calculate the circuit values.	
02.05	Explain and apply Ohm's Law.	
02.06	Compute conductance and resistance of conductors and insulators.	
02.07	Read and interpret color codes using a color chart to identify resistors.	
02.08	Explain voltage dividers (loaded and unloaded).	
03.0	Communicate effectively--The student will be able to:	
03.01	Ask and answer questions coherently and concisely.	
03.02	Read and follow written instructions and listen to and follow oral instructions.	
03.03	Give reports orally and in writing.	
04.0	Apply electricity-related basic math--The student will be able to:	
04.01	Solve basic-math problems related to electrical work.	
04.02	Convert units of measurement between the English system and the metric system.	
04.03	Use scientific notation.	
04.04	Demonstrate proficiency with a calculator.	
04.05	Solve basic algebraic formulas related to electricity.	
04.06	Solve basic trigonometric functions related to electrical theory.	
05.0	Demonstrate an understanding of basic electricity--The student will be able to:	
05.01	Explain the principles of electromagnetism.	
05.02	Explain the magnetic properties of circuits and devices.	
05.03	Relate electricity to the nature of matter.	
05.04	Describe various ways that electricity is produced.	
05.05	Explain how voltage is produced by chemical means, mechanical means, thermal means and photoelectric means, piezoelectric means.	
05.06	Identify blueprint symbols.	
06.0	Read and interpret basic electric codes--The student will be able to:	
06.01	Describe the importance of following the local, state and national electric codes.	
06.02	Read and interpret basic electric codes, wiring plans and specifications.	
06.03	Demonstrate knowledge of National Fire Protection Agency (NFPA) 70E and how it relates to job safety.	
07.0	Apply electricity-related basic math--The student will be able to:	
07.01	Solve math problems related to electrical work.	
07.02	Convert units of measurement between the English system and the metric system.	
07.03	Use scientific notation.	
07.04	Demonstrate proficiency with a calculator.	
07.05	Solve basic algebraic formulas related to electricity.	
07.06	Solve basic trigonometric functions related to electrical theory.	
08.0	Demonstrate Alternating-Current (AC) circuit skills--The student will be able to:	
08.01	Identify the physical and electrical characteristics of capacitors and inductors.	
08.02	Demonstrate proficiency in measuring, testing and connecting a transformer.	
08.03	Apply the principles of transformers to AC circuits.	
08.04	Identify the properties of an AC signal.	
08.05	Identify AC sources.	
08.06	Analyze and apply the principles of transformers to AC circuits.	
08.07	Analyze polyphase circuits.	
08.08	Install a simple polyphase circuit.	
09.0	Install residential wiring--The student will be able to:	
09.01	Identify residential-wiring requirements and specifications in accordance with a wiring plan.	
09.02	Draw a residential wiring plan, using electrical-wiring symbols.	
09.03	Identify and install a recessed lighting fixture, a fluorescent lighting fixture and a surface lighting fixture according to the specifications, complying with the appropriate local, state or national electric codes.	
09.04	Identify, install and wire a duplex- receptacle-outlet circuit, a split-circuit duplex-receptacle-outlet circuit and a special-purpose receptacle-outlet circuit according to the specifications, complying with the appropriate local, state or national electric codes.	
09.05	Install and wire a low-voltage signal system.	
09.06	Install conduit systems.	
09.07	Provide power for heating, ventilation and air-conditioning equipment.	
09.08	Install the following, complying with the appropriate local, state or national electric codes:
a.	service-entrance main panel
b.	service-entrance meter base
c.	alarm system/smoke detectors	
09.09	Demonstrate knowledge of the requirements for the installation of a swimming-pool electrical system.	
09.10	Connect single-phase and three-phase transformers.	
10.0	Demonstrate proficiency in commercial wiring--The student will be able to:	
10.01	Read and interpret a commercial wiring plan and specifications.	
10.02	Draw a commercial electrical-wiring plan.	
10.03	Select tools, equipment, materials and wires to complete a job.	
10.04	Install the following according to the plan and specifications, complying with appropriate electric codes:
a.	wire mold
b.	conduit, duct and raceway systems
c.	conductors in a conduit	
10.05	Describe the difference between a residential and a commercial lighting circuit.	
10.06	Construct control circuits from schematics.	
10.07	Demonstrate knowledge of installing wiring in hazardous areas.	
10.08	Explain a commercial three-phase receptacle circuit and an emergency-lighting system.	
10.09	Explain commercial-service-entrance requirements.	
11.0	Demonstrate specialized electrical skills--The student will be able to:	
11.01	Explain solid-state control devices.	
11.02	Explain data cable installation according to the plan and specifications.	

Additional Information

Laboratory Activities

Laboratory activities are an integral part of this program.  These activities include instruction in the use of safety procedures, tools, equipment, materials, and processes related to these occupations.  Equipment and supplies should be provided to enhance hands-on experiences for students. 

Career and Technical Student Organization (CTSO)

SkillsUSA is the appropriate career and technical student organization for providing leadership training and reinforcing specific career and technical skills.  Career and Technical Student Organizations provide activities for students as an integral part of the instruction offered.  The activities of such organizations are defined as part of the curriculum in accordance with Rule 6A-6.065, F.A.C.

Accommodations

Federal and state legislation requires the provision of accommodations for students with disabilities as identified on the secondary student’s Individual Educational Plan (IEP) or 504 plan or postsecondary student’s accommodations’ plan to meet individual needs and ensure equal access.  Postsecondary students with disabilities must self-identify, present documentation, request accommodations if needed, and develop a plan with their counselor and/or instructors.  Accommodations received in postsecondary education may differ from those received in secondary education.  Accommodations change the way the student is instructed.  Students with disabilities may need accommodations in such areas as instructional methods and materials, assignments and assessments, time demands and schedules, learning environment, assistive technology and special communication systems.  Documentation of the accommodations requested and provided should be maintained in a confidential file.

Articulation

For details on articulation agreements which correlate to programs and industry certifications refer to http://www.fldoe.org/workforce/dwdframe/artic_frame.asp.