Independent Project

2008-2009 Independent Project Options and Requirements

Projects DUE by January 21, 2009

Independent Projects

All IEC of Washington students are required to complete an Independent Project annually. The Independent Project accounts for 8 hours of classroom instruction and must adhere to specific guidelines. The following options are available for Independent Projects in the 2008-2009 school year and must be completed and received by IEC of Washington not later than January 21, 2009.

Construction and Residential program:

First Year Options:

1. Three page paper (not less than 2 ½ and not more than 4); typed, double spaced, 12 point font, with references on a subject related to the electrical industry. Topic options are:

a. Something of a technical nature which when given to an electrician or fellow student can be read, understood and built.

b. How to wire a hydro-massage or pool per NEC and WAC with code references and WAC rules identified and discussed.

c. Historical development of electricity/electrical application.

2. 8 hours of IEC CEU or IAEI CEU classes. These are the only accepted sources for CEU courses. The classes can be taken either online or in a traditional classroom setting. The classes do cost extra. The cost of the course will not be reimbursed by IEC.

3. Volunteer at least 8 hours in the electrical upgrade, maintenance, or development of the American Museum of Radio and Electricity in Bellingham, Washington.

4. Other option as designed by student. This option must be approved by the Education Coordinator in advance or no credit will be given.

Second Year Options:

1. Three page paper (not less than 2 ½ and not more than 4); typed, double spaced, 12 point font, with references on a subject related to the electrical industry. Topic options are:

a. Detailed paper on windmill electricity generation including appropriate and applicable code references

b. Design a functional project demonstrating an electrical application

c. Design an individual UV, pumping septic system

d. Service load calculations as per NEC.

3. Volunteer at least 8 hours in the electrical upgrade, maintenance, or development of the American Museum of Radio and Electricity in Bellingham, Washington.

4. Design the electrical components as appropriate for the curriculum for a set of blueprints issued by IEC of Washington.

5. Other option as designed by student. This option must be approved by the Education Coordinator in advance or no credit will be given.

Third Year Options:

1. Three page paper (not less than 2 ½ and not more than 4); typed, double spaced, 12 point font, with references on a subject related to the electrical industry. Topic options are:

a. Design a 480V three phase to step down to 208 three phase with a total load of 47kw.

b. Detailed paper on windmill electricity generation including appropriate and applicable code references

c. Design a functional project demonstrating an electrical application

d. Design an individual UV, pumping septic system

e. Design an irrigation pump system with dual timeclocks

3. Design the electrical components as appropriate for the curriculum for a set of blueprints issued by IEC of Washington.

4. Volunteer at least 8 hours in the electrical upgrade, maintenance, or development of the American Museum of Radio and Electricity in Bellingham, Washington.

5. Other option as designed by student. This option must be approved by the Education Coordinator in advance or no credit will be given.

Fourth Year Options:

1. Three page paper (not less than 2 ½ and not more than 4); typed, double spaced, 12 point font, with references on a subject related to the electrical industry. Topic options are:

a. Design a control panel rhombus system for septic control

b. Design a functional project demonstrating an electrical application

c. Design a programmable smart relay with computerized input

d. Design a small fire alarm system.

3. Design the electrical components as appropriate for the curriculum for a set of blueprints issued by IEC of Washington.

4. Volunteer at least 8 hours in the electrical upgrade, maintenance, or development of the American Museum of Radio and Electricity in Bellingham, Washington.

5. Other option as designed by student. This option must be approved by the Education Coordinator in advance or no credit will be given.

Low Energy/Sound & Communication:

First Year Options:

1. Three page paper (not less than 2 ½ and not more than 4); typed, double spaced, 12 point font, with references on a subject related to the electrical industry. Topic: Basic fire alarm wiring with a minimum of two pull-stations and visual notification.

3. Volunteer at least 8 hours in the electrical upgrade, maintenance, or development of the American Museum of Radio and Electricity in Bellingham, Washington.

4. Other option as designed by student. This option must be approved by the Education Coordinator in advance or no credit will be given.

Second Year Options:

1. Three page paper (not less than 2 ½ and not more than 4); typed, double spaced, 12 point font, with references on a subject related to the electrical industry. Topic: Security wiring system with cameras in a minimum of two locations with an electronic key entry at two locations.

3. Volunteer at least 8 hours in the electrical upgrade, maintenance, or development of the American Museum of Radio and Electricity in Bellingham, Washington.

4. Other option as designed by student. This option must be approved by the Education Coordinator in advance or no credit will be given.

Independent Projects count as 20% of the final grade. It is important that students put careful thought and consideration into the project.

Questions regarding any aspect of the project should be directed to the Education Coordinator.