Introduction to Grounding and Bonding

Catalog description

This course is restricted to students presently studying under the direction and oversight of an approved apprenticeship program, working in partnership with Columbus State Community College. This course is designed to introduce to the learner an understanding of the importance of using accepted definitions and methodologies applicable to grounding and bonding. The importance of providing a low-impedance path of proper capacity to ensure the operation of overcurrent protective devices is covered. Also covered are: the various components of the grounding and bonding system; how Ohm's Law and basic electrical theory are key to understanding faults and fault paths; the severe electric shock hazards and their effect on the human body; plus the damage to equipment resulting from improper fault protection.