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Alternating Current, Motors, Generators & Transformers Home Study (DVD Based) Course (8 hour course)
8-hour Multi-Media Home Study Course
Alternating Current, Motors, Generators & Transformers Home Study Course (8 hour course)
Save time and money in commuting costs! Sign up for the “Alternating Current, Motors, Generators & Transformers Home Study” course. No matter where you live you can take this course from the comfort of your own home or office.
This course is DVD-based self-paced instruction program. For students who do not like to read extensively, the DVD programs are ideal since they include audio and video instruction. The DVDs feature a classroom setting and or panel discussions and follow along with the textbook. After watching the DVDs and reading the textbook, students are tested with a final exam and must pass with an average score of 70% or better in order to receive credit.
This 8-hour course is based on Mike Holt’s “Illustrated Guide to Alternating Current, Motors, Generators & Transformers” textbook, which is loaded with colorful illustrations and graphics.
Alternating Current, Motors, Generators & Transformers teaches students everything they need to know about how electricity behaves. Starting from the basic scientific principles, it covers the following information and related skills:
- Power Factor and Efficiency
Tuition for the course includes “Mike Holt’s Illustrated Guide to Alternating Current, Motors, Generators & Transformers” textbook and DVD.
To receive credit for this course you must:
- Complete this course within 90 days.
- Complete the Exam. No partial credit will be given.
- Mail, email, fax or hand deliver your bubble sheet to WECA for grading. WECA will process the exams within 24 hours.
- Attain an overall average grade of at least 70%.
The course tuition is not refundable or transferable.
- Total class hours available: 8
- Standard Tuition Fee: $109 per person
It is recommended that you take this course along with Electrical Fundamentals and Basic Electricity and Electrical Circuits Systems and Protection in the following order because it builds on skills developed from the first two courses:
1. Electrical Fundamentals and Basic Electricity
2. Electrical Circuits Systems and Protection
3. Alternating Current Motors Generators and Transformers
Please note that this subject is also taught in the Basic Electrical Theory 24 hour course
Please be advised: Course materials are mailed by USPS priority mail.
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Basic Electrical Theory Home Study (DVD based) Course (24 hour course)
24-hour Multi-Media Home Study Course
Basic Electrical Theory Home Study Course (24 hour course)
Save time and money in commuting costs! Sign up for the “Basic Electrical Theory Home Study” course. No matter where you live you can take this course from the comfort of your own home or office.
This course is DVD-based self-paced instruction program. For students who do not like to read extensively, the DVD programs are ideal since they include audio and video instruction. The DVDs feature a classroom setting and or panel discussions and follow along with the textbook. After watching the DVDs and reading the textbook, students are tested with a final exam and must pass with an average score of 70% or better in order to receive credit.
This 24-hour course is based on Mike Holt’s “Illustrated Guide to Basic Electrical Theory” textbook, which is loaded with colorful illustrations and graphics.
Basic Electrical Theory teaches students everything they need to know about how electricity behaves. Starting from the basic scientific principles, it covers the following topics and related skills:
- Magnetism and Electromagnetism
- Practical Applications of Electricity (Wiring Systems and Equipment)
- National Electrical Code Rules
Tuition for the course includes “Mike Holt’s Illustrated Guide to Basic Electrical Theory” textbook and DVDs.
To receive credit for this course you must:
- Complete this course within 90 days.
- Complete the Exam. No partial credit will be given.
- Mail, email, fax or hand deliver your bubble sheet to WECA for grading. WECA will score the exam within 24 hours.
- Attain an overall average grade of at least 70%.
The course tuition is not refundable or transferable.
- Total class hours available: 24
- Standard Tuition Fee: $295 per person
This course consists of the following subjects and can be taken in 8 hour increments by signing up for:
- Electrical Fundamentals and Basic Electricity
- Electrical Circuits Systems and Protection
- Alternating Current Motors Generators and Transformers
Please be advised: Course materials are mailed by USPS priority mail.
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Electrical Circuits, Systems and Protection Home Study (DVD Based) Course (8 hour course)
8-hour Multi-Media Home Study Course
Electrical Circuits, Systems and Protection Home Study Course (8 hour course)
Save time and money in commuting costs! Sign up for the “Electrical Circuits, Systems and Protection Home Study” course. No matter where you live you can take this course from the comfort of your own home or office.
This course is DVD-based self-paced instruction program. For students who do not like to read extensively, the DVD programs are ideal since they include audio and video instruction. The DVDs feature a classroom setting and or panel discussions and follow along with the textbook. After watching the DVDs and reading the textbook, students are tested with a final exam and must pass with an average score of 70% or better in order to receive credit.
This 8-hour course is based on Mike Holt’s “Illustrated Guide to Electrical Circuits, Systems and Protection” textbook, which is loaded with colorful illustrations and graphics.
Electrical Circuits, Systems and Protection teaches students everything they need to know about how electricity behaves. Starting from the basic scientific principles, it explains the following systems, circuits, and devices:
Tuition for the course includes “Mike Holt’s Illustrated Guide to Electrical Circuits, Systems and Protection” textbook and DVD.
To receive credit for this course you must:
- Complete this course within 90 days.
- Complete the Exam. No partial credit will be given.
- Mail, email, fax or hand deliver your bubble sheet to WECA for grading. WECA will score the exam within 24 hours.
- Attain an overall average grade of at least 70%.
The course tuition is not refundable or transferable.
- Total class hours available: 8
- Standard Tuition Fee: $109 per person
Because this course builds on skills developed from Electrical Fundamentals and Basic Electricity, it is recommended that you take this course with Alternating Current Motors Generators and Transformers in the following order:
1. Electrical Fundamentals and Basic Electricity
2. Electrical Circuits Systems and Protection
3. Alternating Current Motors Generators and Transformers
Please note that this subject is also taught in the Basic Electrical Theory 24 hour course
Please be advised: Course materials are mailed by USPS priority mail.
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Electrical Fundamentals & Basic Electricity Home Study (DVD Based) Course (8 hour course)
8-hour Multi-Media Home Study Course
Electrical Fundamentals & Basic Electricity Home Study Course (8 hour course)
Save time and money in commuting costs! Sign up for the “Electrical Fundamentals & Basic Electricity Home Study” course. No matter where you live you can take this course from the comfort of your own home or office.
This course is DVD-based self-paced instruction program. For students who do not like to read extensively, the DVD programs are ideal since they include audio and video instruction. The DVDs feature a classroom setting and or panel discussions and follow along with the textbook. After watching the DVDs and reading the textbook, students are tested with a final exam and must pass with an average score of 70% or better in order to receive credit.
This 8-hour course is based on Mike Holt’s “Illustrated Guide to Electrical Fundamentals & Basic Electricity” textbook, which is loaded with colorful illustrations and graphics.
Electrical Fundamentals & Basic Electricity teaches students everything they need to know about how electricity behaves. Starting from the basic scientific principles, it covers the following topics and related skills:
Tuition for the course includes “Mike Holt’s Illustrated Guide to Basic Electrical Theory” textbook and DVD.
To receive credit for this course you must:
- Complete this course within 90 days.
- Complete the Exam. No partial credit will be given.
- Mail, email, fax or hand deliver your bubble sheet to WECA for grading. WECA will score the exam within 24 hours.
- Attain an overall average grade of at least 70%.
The course tuition is not refundable or transferable.
- Total class hours available: 8
- Standard Tuition Fee: $109 per person
Because this course helps build skills you will need for Electrical Circuits Systems and Protection and Alternating Current Motors Generators and Transformers, it is recommended that you take all three courses in the following order:
1. Electrical Fundamentals and Basic Electricity
2. Electrical Circuits Systems and Protection
3. Alternating Current Motors Generators and Transformers
Please note that this subject is also taught in the Basic Electrical Theory 24 hour course
Please be advised: Course materials are mailed by USPS priority mail.
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Wiring Methods – Article 300 to 392 (2008 Edition) Home Study (DVD Based) Course (8 hour course)
8-hour Multi-Media Home Study Course
Wiring Methods – Article 300 to 392 (2008 Edition) Home Study Course (8 hour course)
Save time and money in commuting costs! Sign up for the “Wiring Methods – Article 300 to 392 (2008 Edition) Home Study” course. No matter where you live you can take this course from the comfort of your own home or office.
This course is DVD-based self-paced instruction program. For students who do not like to read extensively, the DVD programs are ideal since they include audio and video instruction. The DVDs feature a classroom setting and or panel discussions and follow along with the textbook. After watching the DVDs and reading the textbook, students are tested with a final exam and must pass with an average score of 70% or better in order to receive credit.
This 8-hour course is based on Mike Holt’s “Illustrated Guide to Wiring Methods – Article 300 to 392 (2008 Edition)” textbook, which is loaded with colorful illustrations and graphics.
Wiring Methods – Article 300 to 392 (2008 Edition) teaches students everything they need to know about how electricity behaves. Starting from the basic scientific principles, it covers the following topics and devices:
- Conductors for General Wiring
- Cabinets, Cutout Boxes, and Meter Socket Enclosures
- Outlet, Device, Pull, and Junction Boxes
- Metal-Clad Cable (Type MC)
- Nonmetallic-Sheathed Cable (Types NM and NMC)
- Service-Entrance Cable (Types SE and USE)
- Underground Feeder and Branch-Circuit Cable (Type UF)
- Intermediate Metal Conduit (Type IMC)
- Rigid Metal Conduit (Type RMC)
- Flexible Metal Conduit (Type FMC)
- Liquidtight Flexible Metal Conduit (Type LFMC)
- Rigid Polyvinyl Chloride Conduit (Type PVC)
- Liquidtight Flexible Nonmetallic Conduit (Type LFNC)
- Electrical Metallic Tubing (Type EMT)
- Electrical Nonmetallic Tubing (Type ENT)
WECA highly recommends that you purchase a copy of the 2008 NEC (National Electrical Code) book when taking this course.
Tuition for the course includes “Mike Holt’s Illustrated Guide to Wiring Methods – Article 300 to 392 (2008 Edition)” textbook and DVD.
To receive credit for this course you must:
- Complete this course within 90 days.
- Complete the Exam. No partial credit will be given.
- Mail, email, fax or hand deliver your bubble sheet to WECA for grading. WECA will score the exam within 24 hours.
- Attain an overall average grade of at least 70%.
The course tuition is not refundable or transferable.
- Total class hours available: 8
- Standard Tuition Fee: $198 per person
Please be advised: Course materials are mailed by USPS priority mail.
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ALEKS Math Preparation Assessment & Instruction
ALEKS (Assessment and Learning in Knowledge Spaces) is an online mathematics tutorial program that:
- Provides a cycle of Assessment and Learning
- Allows Self-paced, Individualized Instruction
- Accelerates Learning in Math
- Assesses and Instructs with Standards-based Content
- Provides Clear Explanations and Feedback
- Allows You to Toggle Between English and Spanish
- Offers 24 Hour Online Access
- Allows you to earn a certificate of completion for the number of hours you took to complete the course with a maximum of 20 hours
Active use of ALEKS can increase grade performance and success in other WECA classes.
To participate in the ALEKS course, you will need a computer with high speed internet access that also meets the minimum system requirements. Before starting the course, you must download the ALEKS Plug-in. See details here: http://www.aleks.com/downloads (your course falls under “Higher Education”). Upon enrollment, you will receive a personal pass code which you will use to access the course. After taking the self assessment quiz, ALEKS will automatically produce a pie chart of your assessment score and recommend your training path based on the results.
Take a 2 minute tour: http://www.aleks.com/video/quick_tour
All course hours must be completed within 90 days of purchase to receive credit.
The course tuition is not refundable or transferable.
- Total class hours available: 20
- Standard Tuition Fee: $135 per person
Note: This Course is Not Recommended for CE Hours as it does not specifically relate to the Trade.
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Alternating Current, Motors, Generators & Transformers Online Home Study Course (8 hour course)
8-hour Online Home Study Course
Alternating Current, Motors, Generators & Transformers Online Home Study Course (8 hour course)
Save time and money in commuting costs! Sign up for the “Alternating Current, Motors, Generators & Transformers Home Study” course. No matter where you live you can take this course from the comfort of your own home or office.
This course is available in an interactive online format that allows students to test their knowledge immediately by answering page level questions. After reviewing all material, students are then tested with a final exam and must pass with an average of 75% or better in order to receive credit.
This 8-hour course is based on Mike Holt’s “Illustrated Alternating Current, Motors, Generators & Transformers” textbook, which is loaded with colorful illustrations and graphics.
Alternating Current, Motors, Generators & Transformers teaches students everything they need to know about how electricity behaves. Starting from the basic scientific principles, it covers the following information and related skills:
- Power Factor and Efficiency
To receive credit for this course you must:
- Complete this course within 90 days.
- Complete the online Exams. No partial credit will be given.
- Attain an overall average grade of at least 75%.
The course tuition is not refundable or transferable.
- Total class hours available: 8
- Standard Tuition Fee: $89 per person
- System Requirements: Access to a high-speed internet connection such as DSL or cable is required to take this course. A dial-up connection is not adequate. Installation of Adobe Flash Player 8 and up is also required. Cookies must to be enabled on your browser.
It is recommended that you take this course along with Electrical Fundamentals and Basic Electricity and Electrical Circuits Systems and Protection in the following order because it builds on skills developed from the first two courses:
1. Electrical Fundamentals and Basic Electricity
2. Electrical Circuits Systems and Protection
3. Alternating Current Motors Generators and Transformers
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Electrical Circuits, Systems and Protection Online Home Study Course (8 hour course)
8-hour Online Home Study Course
Electrical Circuits, Systems and Protection Online Home Study Course (8 hour course)
Save time and money in commuting costs! Sign up for the “Electrical Circuits, Systems and Protection Home Study” course. No matter where you live you can take this course from the comfort of your own home or office.
This course is available in an interactive online format that allows students to test their knowledge immediately by answering page level questions. After reviewing all material, students are then tested with a final exam and must pass with an average of 75% or better in order to receive credit.
This 8-hour course is based on Mike Holt’s “Illustrated Guide to Electrical Circuits, Systems and Protection” textbook, which is loaded with colorful illustrations and graphics.
Electrical Circuits, Systems and Protection teaches students everything they need to know about how electricity behaves. Starting from the basic scientific principles, it explains the following systems, circuits, and devices:
To receive credit for this course you must:
- Complete this course within 90 days.
- Complete the online Exams. No partial credit will be given.
- Attain an overall average grade of at least 75%.
The course tuition is not refundable or transferable.
- Total class hours available: 8
- Standard Tuition Fee: $89 per person
- System Requirements: Access to a high-speed internet connection such as DSL or cable is required to take this course. A dial-up connection is not adequate. Installation of Adobe Flash Player 8 and up is also required. Cookies must to be enabled on your browser.
Because this course builds on skills developed from Electrical Fundamentals and Basic Electricity, it is recommended that you take this course with Alternating Current Motors Generators and Transformers in the following order:
1. Electrical Fundamentals and Basic Electricity
2. Electrical Circuits Systems and Protection
3. Alternating Current Motors Generators and Transformers
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Electrical Fundamentals & Basic Electricity Online Home Study Course (8 hour course)
8-hour Online Home Study Course
Electrical Fundamentals & Basic Electricity Online Home Study Course (8 hour course)
Save time and money in commuting costs! Sign up for the “Electrical Fundamentals & Basic Electricity Home Study” course. No matter where you live you can take this course from the comfort of your own home or office.
This course is available in an interactive online format that allows students to test their knowledge immediately by answering page level questions. After reviewing all material, students are then tested with a final exam and must pass with an average of 75% or better in order to receive credit.
This 8-hour course is based on Mike Holt’s “Illustrated Guide to Electrical Fundamentals & Basic Electricity” textbook, which is loaded with colorful illustrations and graphics.
Electrical Fundamentals & Basic Electricity teaches students everything they need to know about how electricity behaves. Starting from the basic scientific principles, it covers the following topics and related skills:
To receive credit for this course you must:
- Complete this course within 90 days.
- Complete the online Exams. No partial credit will be given.
- Attain an overall average grade of at least 75%.
The course tuition is not refundable or transferable.
- Total class hours available: 8
- Standard Tuition Fee: $89 per person
- System Requirements: Access to a high-speed internet connection such as DSL or cable is required to take this course. A dial-up connection is not adequate. Installation of Adobe Flash Player 8 and up is also required. Cookies must to be enabled on your browser.
Because this course helps build skills you will need for Electrical Circuits Systems and Protection and Alternating Current Motors Generators and Transformers, it is recommended that you take all three courses in the following order:
1. Electrical Fundamentals and Basic Electricity
2. Electrical Circuits Systems and Protection
3. Alternating Current Motors Generators and Transformers
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