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RACM 1240: Electrical Test Equipment
Effective date
September 2026
Department
Refrigeration & Air Condt Mech
School
Trades, Technology and Design
Description
This course covers the operation and use of basic electrical test equipment such as voltage ohm and amp-meter. Students will gain a greater awareness of their operation and acquire the skills to use them effectively and safely. Students will apply the above electrical meters to operational control circuits to determine proper electrical operation of circuits.
Credits
2.0
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:
- Describe operating principles of meters
- Use voltmeter to measure volts accurately and safely
- Use current meter to measure amps accurately and safely
- Use ohm meter to measure ohms accurately and safely
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: 20
Clinical, Lab, Rehearsal, Shop, Kitchen, Simulation, Studio: 20
Practicum, Self-Paced, Individual Learning: 5
Total Hours: 45
Clinical, Lab, Rehearsal, Shop, Kitchen, Simulation, Studio: 20
Practicum, Self-Paced, Individual Learning: 5
Total Hours: 45
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 |
|
|
Lab Work |
20 |
|
|
Final Exam |
20 |
|
Course topics
- Voltmeter operation and use
- Ammeter measurements
- Ohmmeter applications
- Meter safety procedures
- Control circuit testing
- Proper measurement techniques
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.