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SOLD OUT! Intermediate Electrical: Light Fixtures - $90

  • ReBuilding Center 3625 N Mississippi Ave Portland, OR, 97227 United States (map)

As of February 1, 2023, students are no longer required to show proof of COVID-19 vaccination. Masks are not required but are strongly recommended.


CLASS DESCRIPTION

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


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