Learning Outcomes

Types of Device Boxes

Sizing and Installing Device Boxes

Lesson Summary

In this module, you will learn more about device boxes and their use in electrical wiring systems. You will become knowledgeable on terms associated with electrical device boxes and the various types of device boxes that electricians work with.

Introduction to Hand Bending

Hand Bending Process and Equipment

Geometry Required to Make a Bend

This module will inform you on hand bending conduits and the purpose of using electrical conduits. You will learn about the importance of using hand benders on the job and be able to describe the techniques for using hand-operated conduit benders.

Introduction to Raceways and Fittings

Working with Raceways and Conduits

Raceway Fasteners and Anchors

In this module, you will learn about raceways and fittings. You will become informed on the different types of metal conduit fittings available to electricians and how to store raceways.

Conductors and Cables

Conductors and Insulation

Installing Conductors

In this module, you will become knowledgeable on conductors and cables. You will be able to identify different equipment used for installing conductors into conduits. This module will also teach you the procedure involved in feeding conductors into conduits.

Introduction to Electrical Wiring Systems - Final Assessment

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Introduction to Electrical Wiring Systems

This free online course on electrical wiring systems will teach you about each of the constituent parts of an electrical wiring system, as well as proper handling techniques, and installation and storage procedures for different electrical wiring components. Taking this free, online course will help you develop the essential foundational skills required by any electrician. Take this course today to get started on your career as an electrician.

An Introduction to Masonry Trade

History of Masonry

Terms Associated with Masonry

Masonry Units and Binding Materials

Wall Structure Techniques

Masonry Tasks

In this module, you will be introduced to masonry as a trade, tasks performed by masons, history of masonry, types of masonry units, the binding materials used by masons and brick laying technique that masons use to build structures.

Introduction to Masonry Tools and Equipment

Hand Tools and Mortar Mixing Equipment

Measuring Tools

Power Tools and Other Masonry Equipment

In this module, you will be introduced to hand and power tools typically used in masonry construction, terms associated with masonry, and examine the advantages of using each masonry tool and equipment.

Masonry Math

Drawings and Specifications

In this module, you will be introduced to the importance of math skills and drawings in masonry, what is meant by denominate numbers, the metric system -- the international system used for measurements and weights, and standards and codes in a building contract.

Introduction to Masonry - Course Assessment

This free online course explores masonry and its history, materials, tools and practices to train you in a new skill.

Introduction to Masonry

This course shows you how to perform the tasks essential to masonry, including the spreading of mortar, furrowing, buttering and bricklaying. Masonry involves the building of structures from individual units and this course teaches you how to use basic masonry units like clay bricks, concrete blocks and stone to complete constructions. We study ancient and cutting-edge techniques to provide you with new skills that can boost your career.

Plastic Pipe and Fittings

Terms Associated with Plastic Pipe and Fittings

Types of Plastic Pipes

In this module, you will learn about the use of plastic in plumbing, categories of plastic, types of plastic, characteristics of ABS, PVC, CPVC, PE, PEX, PB plastic used in pipe fittings and associated terms of plastic pipes and fittings.

Copper Pipes and Fittings

Terms Associated with Copper Pipes and Fittings

Copper Fittings and Valves

Measuring, Cutting, Joining Copper Pipes

Pipe Hangers and Supports

In this module, you will learn about copper pipes and fittings in plumbing, types of copper tubing, the basic difference between water supply fittings and valves, methods of measuring copper pipes, and proper cutting tools and pipe joining methods for copper.

Cast-Iron Pipe and Fittings

Terms Associated with Cast-Iron Pipe and Fittings

Cast-Iron Fittings

Creating Joints

In this module, you will learn about the advantages of using cast-iron for plumbing pipes and fittings, common types of iron, features of the hub-and-spigot and the no-hub cast-iron pipes and processes involved in creating joints.

Carbon Steel Pipes and Fittings

Terms Associated with Carbon Steel Pipes and Fittings

Carbon Steel Fittings and Valves

In this module, you will learn about the types of carbon steel pipes, the difference between drainage fittings and pressure fittings, features of pressure fittings and common valves used in threaded carbon steel pipes.

Corrugated Stainless Steel Tubing

Corrugated Stainless Steel Tubing - Terms

Cutting CSST

In this module, you will learn about the advantages of using CSST, using a tube cutter on a length of CSST, connecting CSST to appliances, splicing together lengths of CSST and the pressure test method for testing CSST gas piping

Fixtures and Faucets

Terms Associated with Fixtures and Faucets

Basic Principles of Sanitation and Safety

Materials Used to Make Fixtures

Basic Types of Fixtures

Faucets

Fixtures and Faucets - Lesson Sumary

In this module, you will learn about the difference between a plumbing fixture and faucet, principles of sanitation and safety, materials used to make plumbing fixtures, identify compression and non-compression faucets.

Introduction to Plumbing Pipes and Fixtures - Course Assessment

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Introduction to Plumbing Pipes and Fixtures

Alison's free online Introduction to Plumbing Pipes and Fixtures course teaches about the installation of long-lasting plumbing pipes as well as the important materials used to make plumbing pipes and fixtures, including plastic, copper, cast iron, carbon steel, and CSST. You will also learn that for a building to be considered habitable, it has to be connected to water and gas supply systems and have provisions for handling wastewater.

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