Intermediate Electrical: Light Fixtures

Brighten up your life with a new light fixture! Wall and ceiling lights can be simple or ornate, but behind the scenes there are (usually) some standardized parts and typical wiring configurations.

This is a skills-based class where you will learn how to use tools and replace lamps with a mix of hands-on tasks and demonstrations, but you will not build a project to take home.

Topics covered:

• Common light fixtures and mounting hardware 

• Types of boxes & enclosures 

• Typical cabling & switching configurations 

• How to identify hot, neutral and switched conductors

• Testing & troubleshooting

Skill level: This is an intermediate class. We STRONGLY recommend that you take Intro to Electrical: Safety and Simple Repairs before registering for this class. Students in this class are expected to be familiar with the following concepts and skills:

• Hot, Neutral & Ground - what they do and how to identify them

• Basic circuit theory

• Household wiring types

• Using a non-contact voltage tester

• Using wire strippers; Making good connections and splices

For ages 18+ as well as 16 and 17 year-olds with parent or guardian permission.

Class schedule: Class will run for 3 hours with no break planned

Price: $90 General Admission / $20 Scholarship