2018-2019 Academic Catalog and Student Handbook 
    
    Mar 29, 2024  
2018-2019 Academic Catalog and Student Handbook [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

EDS-246 Service Installation & Metering


Credits: 3
Contact Hours: Lec 2 Lab 2 Practicum 0
Tier Rate: Tier II
This course will allow students to gain extensive knowledge of single and three-phase watt-hour meters, meter locations, and the different types of copper and aluminum conductors. Students will also gain practical experience in the sizing, proper connection types, installation, stringing, sagging, dead-ending, and splicing of overhead and underground service conductors. Students will be exposed to meter loops and poles, instrument metering, temporary metering, compression sleeves, and related connectors and tools. Students will also deepen focus on theft deterrent measures, identification of safe work practices including proper grounding techniques, and prevention of hazards. Prerequisite(s): Grade of “C” or better in EDS 100 , EDS 160 .