This program covers safety, wiring, terminology, electrical floor plan layouts and the National Electric Code. Students are instructed in the installation of all power and lighting circuits, including 200-amp service and the materials used in new construction. Students gain practical experience troubleshooting electrical problems and reading blueprints.
Virginia Beach City Public Schools ensures equal access to all CTE courses. Accessibility accommodations will be provided as needed.
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The Nature of Technology |
Electricity and Society |
Design and Engineering in Electricity |
Applying Design Processes in Electricity |
Select and Apply Technology in Electricity |
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Technology is a varied field of study. Students will examine the definition and applications of electricity. |
Technology is strong influence on society. Students will understand and describe the impacts of electricity. |
Resources are the raw materials of a technological system. Selecting and applying them toward an electricity solution is essential. |
Technology is a tool to assist in solving complex electricity problems. A systems approach is a framework to design solutions. |
The role of technology is diverse. Identifying the role of technology in electricity is essential to an improved understanding. |
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