Electrical Code, Plans and Specifications 

Course code ELCO 1200

Credit 6.5

Length 120.0 hours

Course outline View

In this course, students will apply appropriate rules of the Canadian Electrical Code (CEC) toward residential wiring installations. Students will also interpret and create electrical diagrams.

Prerequisites

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What you will learn

  • Electrical diagrams and symbols
  • Schematic and wiring diagram conversion
  • Canadian Electrical Code (CEC) structure and navigation
  • Residential service entrance equipment requirements

How to register

This course is offered as part of a VCC program only.

Course schedules

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CRN# Duration Delivery Location
42926 April 14, 2026
to May 7, 2026
Lecture VCC Broadway Building A See full schedule

Online courses listed without scheduled meeting times can be completed on your own schedule.

CRN# Duration Delivery Location
62117 August 11, 2026
to September 3, 2026
Lecture
Online
Varies See full schedule

Online courses listed without scheduled meeting times can be completed on your own schedule.

Contact us

If you have any question, please email at advising@vcc.ca.

Additional information

Methods of assessment may include a challenge exam, submission of a product or portfolio for review, or a practical demonstration. Please contact the Department for details.

† This information is intended as a guideline only. Program and course details are subject to change with the approval of VCC's Board of Governors.

Indigenous Territory Acknowledgment

VCC is located on the traditional territories of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), and səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh) peoples, and we acknowledge our privilege to be here.