309A · Electrician Study Guide · Part 3 · Chapters 17–25

B-11.02 Installs ground fault protection and detection systems +8309A · Electrician · English

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17.B-11.02 Installs ground fault protection and detection systems

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Installing ground fault protection and detection systems skills

distribution

Covers determining, mounting, terminating, setting parameters and testing of ground fault protection and detection systems.

Key Rules
  • determine type of ground fault system required
  • select tools and equipment
  • position and mount ground fault system components
  • terminate and interconnect ground fault system components
  • set parameters for ground fault systems
  • test operation of ground fault system
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Knowledge of ground fault systems and operation

distribution

Covers ground fault system types, purpose, codes, drawings and component selection considerations.

Key Rules
  • identify types of ground fault systems
  • explain purpose of ground fault systems
  • interpret codes and regulations pertaining to ground fault systems
  • interpret information found on drawings and specifications
  • identify considerations for selecting ground fault system components
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Procedures to install ground fault systems

distribution

Covers tools, equipment and procedures for installing ground fault systems and components.

Key Rules
  • identify tools and equipment used to install ground fault system
  • describe procedures to install ground fault systems and components

18.C-16.01 Installs conductors and cables

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Installing conductors and cables

wiring

Covers the skills to select, install, terminate and remove conductors, cables and their components according to codes and specifications.

Key Rules
  • determine installation requirements, and select conductors, cables and conductor and cable components
  • select tools and equipment
  • mount, support and install conductors, cables, and conductor and cable components
  • measure and cut conductors and cables
  • prepare conductors and cables for termination
  • terminate conductors and cables
  • complete documentation to reflect changes
  • determine requirements for removal of existing conductors, cables, connectors and supports
  • remove conductors, cables, connectors and supports when replacing, and update documentation
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Knowledge of conductors, cables and components

wiring

Covers knowledge of conductor and cable types, characteristics, applications, codes and selection/removal considerations.

Key Rules
  • identify types of conductors, cables, and conductor and cable components, and describe their characteristics and applications
  • interpret codes, regulations and standards pertaining to conductors and cables
  • interpret information pertaining to conductors and cables found on drawings and specifications
  • identify considerations and requirements for removal of conductors, cables, and conductor and cable components
  • identify considerations and requirements for selecting conductors, cables, and conductor and cable components
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Procedures to remove or install conductors and cables

wiring

Covers knowledge of tools, equipment and procedures to remove, prepare, install and terminate conductors, cables and components.

Key Rules
  • identify tools and equipment used to remove or install conductors, cables and conductor and cable components, and describe their applications and procedures for use
  • describe procedures to remove conductors, cables and conductor and cable components
  • describe procedures to prepare and install conductors, cables and conductor and cable components
  • describe procedures to terminate conductors and cables

19.E-26.03 Installs security and surveillance systems

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Determine type of security and surveillance system required

signaling

Covers determining the type of security and surveillance system per drawings, specifications and job requirements.

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Select tools and equipment

signaling

Covers selecting tools and equipment according to the task.

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Remove and dispose of existing components

signaling

Covers removing and disposing of existing components in an environmentally conscious manner and updating documentation.

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Determine security and surveillance system layout

signaling

Covers determining system layout per architectural and client requirements.

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Select security and surveillance system components

signaling

Covers selecting components per drawings, specifications, and job and client requirements.

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Position, mount and assemble components

signaling

Covers positioning, mounting and assembling components in locations per drawings, specifications, and job and client requirements.

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Terminate and interconnect components and associated systems

signaling

Covers terminating and interconnecting components and associated system devices per drawings, specifications and job requirements.

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Program and configure security and surveillance system

signaling

Covers programming and configuring the system per job and client requirements and manufacturers' specifications.

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Test components to ensure functionality

signaling

Covers testing continuity and polarity of video data wiring using diagnostic equipment to confirm components function.

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Test conductors for opens and ground continuity

signaling

Covers verifying conductors have no opens and all components are bonded to ground and clear of obstructions.

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Conduct initial security and surveillance system tests

signaling

Covers performing sensory, spot and system tests per drawings and specifications.

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Participate in startup and commissioning inspections

signaling

Covers activating devices to trigger events and associated systems' responses.

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Knowledge of security and surveillance systems and components

signaling

Covers demonstrating knowledge of security and surveillance systems, components, associated systems, characteristics, applications and operation.

Key Rules
  • interpret codes and regulations pertaining to security and surveillance systems
  • interpret information pertaining to security and surveillance systems found on drawings and specifications
  • identify types of security and surveillance systems, and describe their characteristics, applications and operation
  • identify and describe types of associated systems that are interconnected with security and surveillance systems
  • identify security and surveillance system components, and describe their characteristics and applications
  • identify considerations and requirements for selecting security and surveillance systems and components
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Knowledge of procedures to install security systems

signaling

Covers demonstrating knowledge of procedures to install, upgrade and connect security and surveillance systems and components.

Key Rules
  • identify tools and equipment used to install, upgrade and connect security and surveillance systems and components
  • describe procedures to install, upgrade and connect security and surveillance systems and components
  • describe procedures for testing security and surveillance systems and components
  • describe procedures for commissioning and verification of security and surveillance systems

20.D – Installs, services and maintains motors and control systems

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Installs, services and maintains motor starters and controls

motorscontrol

Covers installation, servicing and maintenance of motor starters and motor control devices.

Key Rules
  • D-22.01 Installs motor starters
  • D-22.02 Performs servicing and maintenance of motor starters
  • D-22.03 Installs motor control devices
  • D-22.04 Performs servicing and maintenance of motor controls
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Installs, services and maintains motors

motorscontrol

Covers installation, servicing and maintenance of single-phase, three-phase and DC motors.

Key Rules
  • D-24.01 Installs single-phase motors
  • D-24.02 Performs servicing and maintenance of single-phase motors
  • D-24.03 Installs three-phase motors
  • D-24.04 Performs servicing and maintenance of three-phase motors
  • D-24.05 Installs DC motors
  • D-24.06 Performs servicing and maintenance of DC motors
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Installs, services and maintains drives

motorscontrol

Covers installation, servicing and maintenance of AC and DC drives.

Key Rules
  • D-23.01 Installs AC drives
  • D-23.02 Performs servicing and maintenance of AC drives
  • D-23.03 Installs DC drives
  • D-23.04 Performs servicing and maintenance of DC drives
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Installs, programs, services and maintains automated control systems

motorscontrol

Covers installation, servicing, maintenance, programming and configuration of automated control systems.

Key Rules
  • D-25.01 Installs automated control systems
  • D-25.02 Performs servicing and maintenance of automated control systems
  • D-25.03 Programs and configures automated control systems

21.Task D-23 Installs, services and maintains drives

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Install AC drives

motorscontrol

Covers determining type, size and function of AC drive, calculating conductors, mounting, calibrating and programming, interconnecting peripherals, testing and removing existing drives.

Key Rules
  • determine type of AC drive
  • determine size and function of AC drive
  • calculate conductor and cable requirements
  • select tools and equipment
  • position, mount and assemble AC drives
  • terminate conductors and cables
  • calibrate and program AC drives
  • interconnect AC drives with peripheral devices
  • conduct tests after installation and record results
  • remove existing AC drives when replacing
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Knowledge of AC drives and installation procedures

motorscontrol

Topic covers AC drives, their components, accessories, operating principles and procedures to install, connect and adjust them.

Key Rules
  • identify types of AC drives
  • identify AC drive components and accessories
  • interpret information on drawings and specifications
  • interpret codes and regulations
  • explain operating principles and impact on motor performance
  • identify considerations for selecting AC drives
  • identify tools and equipment to install and connect
  • describe procedures to install, connect and adjust
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Perform servicing and maintenance of AC drives

motorscontrol

Covers diagnosing, removing, repairing, replacing components, adjusting programming, testing, cleaning and analyzing maintenance results.

Key Rules
  • obtain detailed description of operation and malfunction
  • select tools and equipment
  • determine source of malfunction
  • identify and remove defective components
  • repair malfunctioning components and verify repair
  • select and install replacement components
  • adjust programming after repair
  • conduct tests after repair
  • clean and adjust components
  • record tests in maintenance schedule
  • compare and analyze maintenance test results
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Knowledge of procedures to service and maintain AC drives

motorscontrol

Topic covers tools, equipment and procedures to service and maintain AC drives, components and accessories.

Key Rules
  • identify types of AC drives
  • identify AC drive components and accessories
  • interpret information on drawings and specifications
  • interpret codes and regulations
  • explain operating principles
  • identify tools and equipment to service and maintain
  • describe procedures to service and maintain
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Install DC drives

motorscontrol

Covers determining type, size and function of DC drive, calculating conductors, mounting, calibrating and programming, interconnecting peripherals, testing and removing existing drives.

Key Rules
  • determine type of DC drive
  • determine size and function of DC drive
  • calculate conductor and cable requirements
  • select tools and equipment
  • position, mount and assemble DC drives
  • terminate conductors and cables
  • calibrate and program DC drives
  • interconnect DC drives with peripheral devices
  • conduct tests after installation and record results
  • remove existing DC drives when replacing
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Knowledge of DC drives and installation procedures

motorscontrol

Topic covers DC drives, their components, accessories, operating principles and procedures to install, connect and adjust them.

Key Rules
  • identify types of DC drives
  • identify DC drive components and accessories
  • interpret information on drawings and specifications
  • interpret codes and regulations
  • explain operating principles and impact on motor performance
  • identify considerations for selecting DC drives
  • identify tools and equipment to install and connect
  • describe procedures to install, connect and adjust
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Perform servicing and maintenance of DC drives

motorscontrol

Covers diagnosing, removing, repairing, replacing DC drive components, testing, cleaning and analyzing maintenance results.

Key Rules
  • obtain detailed description of operation and malfunction
  • select tools and equipment
  • determine source of malfunction
  • identify and remove defective DC drive components
  • repair malfunctioning DC drive components and verify repair
  • select and install replacement DC drive components
  • conduct tests after repair
  • clean and adjust DC drive components
  • record tests in maintenance schedule
  • compare and analyze maintenance test results
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Knowledge of procedures to service and maintain DC drives

motorscontrol

Topic covers tools, equipment and procedures to service and maintain DC drives, components and accessories.

Key Rules
  • identify types of DC drives
  • identify DC drive components and accessories
  • interpret information on drawings and specifications
  • interpret codes and regulations
  • explain operating principles
  • identify tools and equipment to service and maintain
  • describe procedures to service and maintain

22.Task A-5 Commissions and decommissions electrical systems

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Performs startup and shutdown procedures

occupational

Covers identifying equipment to energize/de-energize, testing conductors, verifying drawings, following startup/shutdown sequences and installing temporary grounds.

Key Rules
  • identify equipment that needs to be energized
  • identify equipment that needs to be de-energized
  • select tools and equipment
  • test cables and conductors
  • verify drawings match field wiring
  • verify connected components operate
  • follow specifications sequence for startup
  • follow specifications sequence for shutdown
  • check system peripherals for specified operation
  • install temporary protective ground equipment on shutdown and remove on startup
  • verify connections and terminations and torquing of bolts
  • inspect and remove shipping materials, tools, jumpers, debris, gravity pins, blocking and latching devices
  • notify required personnel of startup and shutdown procedures
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Purpose of startup and shutdown procedures

occupational

Covers knowledge of the purpose of startup and shutdown procedures.

Key Rules
  • identify hazards, and describe safe work practices pertaining to starting up and shutting down systems or equipment
  • describe purpose of starting up and shutting down, and types of systems and equipment requiring it
  • identify and interpret information sources and documentation pertaining to starting up and shutting down of systems or equipment
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Procedures to start up and shut down systems

occupational

Covers knowledge of procedures to start up and shut down systems or equipment.

Key Rules
  • identify tools and equipment used to start up and shut down systems or equipment, and describe their applications and procedures for use
  • describe startup and shutdown procedures for various types of systems and equipment
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Performs commissioning and decommissioning of systems

occupational

Covers setting operational parameters, confirming peripherals, operational checks, adjusting components and de-energizing/isolating equipment to zero energy state.

Key Rules
  • select tools and equipment
  • check documentation and nameplate data for operational parameters
  • confirm system peripherals are functional
  • perform operational checks
  • visually inspect system for problems
  • adjust components to achieve desired operation
  • isolate potential energy from equipment
  • identify and remove equipment feed from distribution source
  • collaborate with other trades to ensure all services are disconnected
  • confirm system is de-energized
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Commissioning and decommissioning and their purpose

occupational

Covers knowledge of commissioning and decommissioning and their purpose.

Key Rules
  • identify hazards and describe safe work practices pertaining to commissioning and decommissioning systems or equipment
  • identify purpose of commissioning and decommissioning, and types of systems and equipment requiring them
  • identify and interpret information sources and documentation pertaining to commissioning and decommissioning of systems or equipment
  • identify diagnostic and test equipment for purpose of commissioning and decommissioning systems
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Commissioning and decommissioning procedures

occupational

Covers knowledge of commissioning and decommissioning procedures.

Key Rules
  • describe commissioning and decommissioning procedures

23.B-11.03 Installs lightning protection systems

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Installing lightning protection systems skills

distribution

Covers determining, laying out, mounting, terminating and removing lightning protection system components.

Key Rules
  • determine type of lightning protection system required
  • select and lay out lightning protection components
  • select tools and equipment
  • position and mount lightning protection components
  • terminate and interconnect lightning protection components
  • remove and dispose of existing components when replacing and update documentation
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Knowledge of lightning protection systems

distribution

Covers purpose, types, codes, drawings and selection considerations for lightning protection systems.

Key Rules
  • explain purpose of lightning protection systems
  • identify lightning protection systems and describe their characteristics
  • interpret codes and regulations pertaining to lightning protection systems
  • interpret information found on drawings and specifications
  • identify considerations for selecting type of lightning protection systems
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Procedures to install lightning protection systems

distribution

Covers tools, equipment and procedures to install lightning protection systems and components.

Key Rules
  • identify tools and equipment used to install lightning protection system
  • identify and describe procedures to install lightning protection systems and components

24.C-16.02 Installs conduit and fittings

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Installing conduit and fittings

wiring

Covers the skills to select, route, measure, cut, bend, mount, support and remove conduit, tubing and fittings.

Key Rules
  • determine installation requirements and select conduit, tubing and fittings
  • select tools and equipment
  • determine routing of conduit and tubing
  • measure, cut, thread and bend conduit
  • measure, cut and bend tubing
  • assemble, position, mount and support conduit, tubing and fittings
  • determine requirements for removal of existing conduit, tubing and fittings
  • remove conduit, tubing and fittings when replacing, and update documentation
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Knowledge of conduit, tubing and fittings

wiring

Covers knowledge of conduit, tubing and fitting types, components, characteristics, applications, codes and selection/removal considerations.

Key Rules
  • identify types of conduit, tubing and fittings, and describe their characteristics, applications and limitations
  • identify conduit, tubing and fitting components, and describe their characteristics and applications
  • identify tools and equipment related to conduit, tubing and fittings, and describe their applications and procedures for use
  • interpret information pertaining to conduit, tubing and fittings found on drawings and specifications
  • interpret codes and regulations pertaining to conduit, tubing and fittings
  • identify considerations and requirements for removal of conduit, tubing and fittings, and their components
  • identify considerations and requirements for selecting conduit, tubing and fittings, and their components
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Procedures to remove or install conduit and tubing

wiring

Covers knowledge of tools, equipment and procedures to remove, cut, thread, bend, install and support conduit and tubing systems.

Key Rules
  • identify tools and equipment used to remove or install conduit, tubing and fittings, and their components, and describe their applications and procedures for use
  • describe procedures used for removal of conduit and tubing
  • describe procedures to cut, thread (if applicable) and bend conduit and tubing
  • describe procedures to install and support conduit and tubing systems
  • describe procedures to select and install conduit and tubing related components

25.E-26.04 Performs servicing and maintenance of security and surveillance systems

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Obtain detailed description of malfunction

signaling

Covers obtaining and documenting a detailed description of operation and malfunction issues from end user.

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Select tools and equipment

signaling

Covers selecting tools and equipment according to the task.

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Identify existing security system and components

signaling

Covers referencing as-built drawings and maintenance log and conducting a walkthrough to identify existing systems.

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Program and configure security and surveillance system

signaling

Covers programming and configuring the system per job and client requirements.

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Conduct security and surveillance system tests

signaling

Covers performing sensory and technical inspections using diagnostic equipment and software.

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Analyze test results

signaling

Covers comparing test results to the security and surveillance log and client requirements.

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Replace defective components

signaling

Covers testing and verifying replacement security and surveillance system components.

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Clean and adjust components

signaling

Covers restoring component functionality so sensors and recording devices cover required area to optimal condition.

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Update documentation for servicing

signaling

Covers producing clear, detailed documentation of systems and components tested and changed plus test and certification results.

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Notify and explain system changes to monitor

signaling

Covers explaining system changes to the system monitor.

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Knowledge of security systems for servicing

signaling

Covers demonstrating knowledge of security and surveillance systems, components, associated systems, characteristics, applications and operation.

Key Rules
  • interpret codes and regulations pertaining to security and surveillance systems
  • interpret information pertaining to security and surveillance systems found on drawings and specifications
  • identify types of security and surveillance systems, and describe their characteristics, applications and operation
  • identify security and surveillance system components, and describe their characteristics and applications
  • identify considerations and requirements for selecting security and surveillance systems and components
  • describe types of associated systems that often interconnect with security and surveillance systems
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Knowledge of procedures to service security systems

signaling

Covers demonstrating knowledge of procedures to service and maintain security and surveillance systems and components.

Key Rules
  • identify tools and equipment used to service and maintain security and surveillance systems and components
  • describe possible effects of service and maintenance of security and surveillance system on associated systems
  • describe procedures to service and maintain security and surveillance systems and components
  • describe procedures for testing security and surveillance systems, components and conductors
  • describe procedures for commissioning and verification of security and surveillance systems

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← Back to the 309A study guide 1. A – Performs common occupational skills +82. B-11.01 Installs grounding and bonding systems +64. Task D-24 Installs, services and maintains motors +65. Task D-25 Installs, programs, services and maintains automated control systems +86. Task B-9 Installs, services and maintains power distribution equipment +87. C-17.03 Installs lighting controls +78. C-17.06 Installs, services and maintains airport visual aid systems +13

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