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CLEN 1103: Electrical Circuits and Components
Effective date
January 2025
Department
Clean Energy Technology
School
Trades, Technology and Design
Description
Understanding electrical circuit principles is pivotal for professionals in the electrical and electronics sectors, ensuring efficient and safe circuit design and operation. In this course, students will delve into the core concepts of electrical circuits, learning to calculate resistance, voltage, and power in both series and parallel configurations. Through hands-on sessions using electrical test equipment and by strictly adhering to the Canadian Electrical Code, students will gain practical experience and knowledge of industry standards.
Credits
3.0
Year of study
1st Year Post-secondary
Prerequisites
None
Corequisites
None
Course Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
- Calculate resistance, current, voltage, and power in series and parallel circuits.
- Use electrical test equipment proficiently for measurements.
- Interpret plans, drawings, and specifications for circuit installations.
- Explain and apply the Canadian Electrical Code standards.
- Install and maintain branch circuitry and wiring devices according to specifications.
Prior Learning Assessment & Recognition (PLAR)
Methods of assessment may include a challenge exam, submission of a product or portfolio for review, or a practical demonstration. Please contact the Department for details.
Hours
Lecture, Online, Seminar, Tutorial: 35
Clinical, Lab, Rehearsal, Shop, Kitchen, Simulation, Studio: 20
Total Hours: 55
Clinical, Lab, Rehearsal, Shop, Kitchen, Simulation, Studio: 20
Total Hours: 55
Instructional Strategies
Lecture, group work, case studies, discussions, presentations, guest speakers, online activities, lab
Grading System
Letter Grade (A-F)
Passing grade
B
Evaluation Plan
|
Type |
Percentage |
Assessment activity |
|
Quizzes/Tests |
15 |
|
|
Project |
20 |
|
|
Assignments |
25 |
|
|
Midterm Exam |
20 |
|
|
Final Exam |
20 |
|
Course topics
- Series and parallel circuit analysis
- Electrical test equipment operation
- Interpretation of plans and specifications
- Canadian Electrical Code application
- Installation and maintenance of branch circuitry and wiring devices
Notes:
- Course contents and descriptions, offerings and schedules are subject to change without notice.
- Students are required to follow all College policies including ones that govern their educational experience at VCC. Policies are available on the VCC website at:
https://www.vcc.ca/about/governance--policies/policies/. - To find out if there are existing transfer agreements for this course, visit the BC Transfer Guide at https://www.bctransferguide.ca.