6011-Understanding Generators, Sales and Installations for the Electrical Contractor - 16 Hours

In this course, students will learn the following: Basic generator theory; Types of generators with options; Auxiliary systems; Generator applications; How to market and sell generators; Understanding, troubleshooting, and maintenance of generators; Four hours of hands-on installation of a generator and transfer switch.

Topics Covered:
  • Basic Generator Theory  
  • Protection and Transfer of Electrical Power   
  • Engine and Generator Controls   
  • Auxiliary Systems   
  • Generator Applications   
  • Troubleshooting and Maintenance  
  • Marketing and Sales 
  • Hands-on

6086-Understanding Transformers  - 12 Hours

This Course is designed for the individual who wants to learn more about transformers. Topics that will be covered: Transformer Theory: Magnetism, Phase Volt to Line Volt, Phase current to line Current, Turn Ratio, Applied Math NEC Requirement: 250-30 Separately Derived System, 450 Transformer

Connections of Different Types of Transformer: Single Phase and Three Phase Transformers, WYE-WYE, Delta-Delta, WYE-Delta, Delta-WYE, Buck Boost  Hands-On:   Wiring a 45 KVA Transformer, Wire a Buck Boost Transformer
 

6064-Master Electrician License Preparation – 100 Hours

Starts: September 08, 2026 Expected End Date: January 12, 2027     
Hours: Tuesdays & Thursdays 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Total Hours: 100 Total Cost of Course: $2,400.00
*Includes 2023 NEC Code Book, Tom Henry Calculations Book and NASCLA Contractors Guide
This course will prepare you for the Nassau and Suffolk Master Electrician Exams. You will have extensive review in
 the following categories:
 • Code
• Derating Factors
• Conduit & Box fill
• Services
• General Knowledge
• Transformers
• Marinas
• Grounding/Bonding
• Motor Calculations
• Load calculations (all types) 
• Ohms law
• Pools
• Mobile homes and parks
• Solar Photovoltaic
• Business Planning 
• Choosing Business Structure 
• Managing Risk 
• Marketing & Sales
• Bidding & Estimating
• Electric Vehicle 

6084-Practical for Electrical License - 21 Hours

This course will prepare you for the practical exams in Town of Hempstead, Town of North Hempstead, Town of Oyster Bay and Suffolk.
You will learn the following:
  • Specific information required for each individual township
  • Method of wiring control circuits
  • How to accurately bend pipe by using formulas
  • Proper circuits & wiring for motor control circuits as they apply to the proper jurisdictions
  • Various formats, tricks and calculation requirements for the various exams
Enrolled students are required to bring 2008 Code Book (available for purchase), Scientific Calculator, Notebook & Pen/Pencil, along with tools and material (list of tools & materials will be provided on the first night and must be acquired by the third night of class).

6077-Basic Estimating - 15 Hours

This course is designed for the individual who wants to learn electrical estimating.  The best chance to succeed in your business is by estimating accurately and correctly.
A laptop computer with a Windows OS and MS Word installed is required.

Topics that will be discussed and taught are:
•    electrical estimating fundamentals
•    estimating residential & commercial jobs
•    unit pricing
•    assembly method of estimating
•    the take off
•    calculating your overhead rate
•    applying your overhead with the margin formula
•    adjusting labor units
•    prime costs
•    breakeven
•    bid price
•    Taftog Software & Text Included
•    The 3 largest reasons a business fails
a)    undercapitalized
b)    not understanding overhead
c)    not estimating correctly