2026-2027 Catalog [Current] 
    
    Oct 23, 2026  
2026-2027 Catalog [Current]

ELC 119 NEC Calculations

Lecture: 1 Lab: 2 Clinic: 0 Credits: 2
This course covers branch circuit, feeder, and service calculations. Emphasis is placed on sections of the National Electrical Code related to calculations. Upon completion, students should be able to use appropriate code sections to size wire, conduit, and overcurrent devices for branch circuits, feeders, and service.

Pre-requisite(s): ELC 118  .
Course is typically offered in Fall.
Student Learning Outcomes (SLOs)
At completion of the course, the student should be able to do the following:

  1. Identify NEC code requirements for electrical calculations.
  2. Demonstrate proficiency in electrical load calculations for respective sections in the NEC Code Book.
  3. Calculate box and conduit volume fill for electrical conductors.    
  4. Solve short circuit and overcurrent calculations for devices that are used to protect various electrical systems.