This course covers electrical theory and application of electrical power distribution and electrical safety for motion picture production. Participants will learn the basics of electricity including DC and AC circuit theory, 3-phase power, power factor, harmonics, best practices for the safe distribution of electrical power, how to mitigate hazards by using the proper PPE, how to properly select the components of a power distribution system, and how to monitor the system during operation. This course is designed to help participants recognize and mitigate the hazards involved in electrical power distribution by using the right techniques, tools, and PPE for specific tasks.

• Basic electricity

• Circuit laws

• Ohm’s law

• Impedance

• Voltage drop

• AC electricity

• RMS values

• DC power

• Phase angels

• Power Factor

• Three-phase power

• Transformers and 3-phase connections

• 3-phase power formula

• Balanced vs unbalanced 3-phase systems

• Harmonics

• Electrical safety

• Monitoring power

• Types of fire extinguishers and their uses

• Codes and regulations

• Power distribution systems

• Grounding and bonding

• Overcurrent protection

• GFCIs

• Cables and connectors

• Tap rules

DATES: November 21-22, 2020

LOCATION: GoToTraining

INSTRUCTOR: Richard Cadena, ETCP Certified Entertainment Electrician and an ETCP Recognized Trainer

This course is made possible through the IATSE TTF Course Reimbursement Program. If you are interested in this training, contact Local 479 for more information.