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ELCO 1200: Electrical Code, Plans and Specifications
Effective date
January 2026
Department
Construction Elec Foundation
School
Trades, Technology and Design
Description
In this course, students will apply appropriate rules of the Canadian Electrical Code (CEC) toward residential wiring installations. Students will also interpret and create electrical diagrams.
Credits
6.5
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:
- Describe how electrical diagrams and symbols are applied.
- Convert between schematic and wiring diagrams.
- Find specific information in the Canadian Electrical Code (CEC).
- State what service entrance equipment is needed for a typical house.
- Correctly install three-wire distribution and branch circuits.
- Interpret applicable CEC rules for residential-type wiring installations.
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: 70
Clinical, Lab, Rehearsal, Shop, Kitchen, Simulation, Studio: 30
Practicum, Self-Paced, Individual Learning: 20
Total Hours: 120
Clinical, Lab, Rehearsal, Shop, Kitchen, Simulation, Studio: 30
Practicum, Self-Paced, Individual Learning: 20
Total Hours: 120
Instructional Strategies
A combination of lecture, demonstration, simulations, problem solving, practical lab activities and reflective discussion will be used throughout this course.
Grading System
Percentages-STBC
Passing grade
70
Evaluation Plan
|
Type |
Percentage |
Assessment activity |
|
Participation |
10 |
|
|
Assignments |
30 |
|
|
Quizzes/Tests |
20 |
|
|
Final Exam |
20 |
|
|
Lab Work |
20 |
|
Course topics
- Electrical diagrams and symbols
- Schematic and wiring diagram conversion
- Canadian Electrical Code (CEC) structure and navigation
- Residential service entrance equipment requirements
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.