Ground Fault Circuit Interrupters (GFCIs) are an important safety feature in your home! Required by building code to be on circuits near water such as in bathrooms and kitchens. They can also be retrofitted in older homes to add extra safety.
This is a skills-based class where you will learn how to use tools with a mix of hands-on tasks and demonstrations, but you will not build a project to take home.
Topics covered:
Basic Theory: How GFCIs work and why they’re so important
Where they are required in new construction, and where they’re recommended for existing, older homes
How to identify the beginning of a circuit
How to identify Line vs. Load conductors
Replacing a standard receptacle with a GFCI
Testing GFCIs
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:
Identifying the hot, neutral, and ground
Basic circuit theory
How household wiring works
Using a non-contact voltage tester
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 2.5 hours with no break planned
Price: $75 General Admission / $38 Scholarship
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Questions? Email us at education@rebuildingcenter.org