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Electrical Construction Wiring

ECW

High School

Contest Description 

Contestants are required to complete a written test of questions formulated from the latest edition of the National Electric Code (NEC), a practical conduit bending exercise and hands-on installation of a conduit system, cabling system and wiring devices. Working from drawings and specification sheets, contestants are required to install an electrical system common in most residential and light commercial projects. Judging is based on general workmanship, accuracy of layout and installation, and adherence to the current NEC and standard industry safe practices.

Contest Chair or Organizer

Contest Update

The competition this year is not overly complicated. The following is a list of skills that will be expected:

Conduit Bending: 90 degree bend, kicks, offsets

Switches: Single pole, 3-way, Keyless lampholder

Receptacles: Duplex, Quad, GFCI

Device Boxes: Nail-on, Handy (with and without brackets)

Wiring: Romex, THHN, MC, 120V, 240V

Panel: Make up as subpanel (Neutrals/Grounds on separate bus)

Drawings: Follow height requirements Above Finished Floor (AFF) as indicated

Required PPE: Safety Glasses, Cut resistant gloves, Hard hat

Recomeded Clothing: Does not need to be SkillsUSA branded

Khaki work shirt

Khaki work pants

Work shoes/boots (black/brown/tan). Steel-toe not required

Recommended Tools: I understand that the Technical Standards indicate that tools will be provided, but that just isn't feasible.

Hammer

Screwdrivers (Flat, #2 Phillips)

Wire Strippers

Lineman Pliers

Diagonal Cutters

Hacksaw *

Battery Drill with 3/4" or 1" boring bit (Paddle, auger, etc.)

1/2" EMT Bender *

Students may bring additional tools if desired.

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