Module Overview

Module Learning Objectives

Module 6 covers the basics of wiring and grounding to meet compliance for the National Electrical Code.

By the end of this module, in addition to being able to navigate Canvas and meeting your classmates, you will be able to:

6-1 List reasons for grounding electrical systems

6-2 Identify and define terms specific to grounding and bonding electrical systems

6-3 Determine proper color coding of conductors

6-4 Define ampacity and voltage drop

6-5 Use NEC nomenclature to identify different PV system circuits

6-6 Identify the considerations for specifying conductor size

6-7 Apply wire sizing charts to choose conductor size for PV circuits and inverter output circuits