NCCER Power Generation Maintenance Electrician Level 3

Issued by NCCER

This individual has demonstrated the ability to: • Plan and set up for a cable pull • Describe the components of cable tray assemblies • Explain the function of grounding electrode systems • Size main and system bonding jumpers • Bend conduit using power tools and hand benders • Cut, ream, and thread conduit • Install lighting fixtures and their lamps • Define lighting terminology • Describe hazardous location classifications • Explain how circuit breakers operate …see more skills below.

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…skills continued… • Identify types of transformers and their applications • Describe power distribution systems within a power plant • Explain the functions of MCCs • Size electrical conductors • Define motor terminology • Identify types of motors and their applications • Explain the operating principles of MOVs • Set up motor-operated valves • Remove/replace limit switches • Install contactors and relays • Connect and test control circuits • Install and remove temporary grounding devices
Completed training through an NCCER Accredited training organization. Successfully demonstrated to an NCCER-certified instructor and/or evaluator the performance task requirements for this level. Successfully completed the course modules and passed the knowledge based examinations.
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