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What system is referred to for standardizing measurements in electrical engineering?
What system is referred to for standardizing measurements in electrical engineering?
- Metric System Revised
- American National Standards
- International System of Units (SI) (correct)
- British Imperial System
What should be used when the actual measured size of a product differs from its nominal size?
What should be used when the actual measured size of a product differs from its nominal size?
- Standard dimensions
- Trade size designators (correct)
- Proportional sizing
- Actual size references
What is required for the approval process of specific items of equipment according to the guidelines?
What is required for the approval process of specific items of equipment according to the guidelines?
- Private inspections only
- Peer-reviewed publications
- Historical usage documentation
- Public availability of records (correct)
When extracting material from another standard, what must not be compromised?
When extracting material from another standard, what must not be compromised?
What does the FPN related to SI conversions indicate?
What does the FPN related to SI conversions indicate?
What is the purpose of apprenticeship according to the national electrical engineering law?
What is the purpose of apprenticeship according to the national electrical engineering law?
What kind of equipment does an Adjustable Speed Drive refer to?
What kind of equipment does an Adjustable Speed Drive refer to?
Why is it important to avoid repetition of examinations by different examiners?
Why is it important to avoid repetition of examinations by different examiners?
What defines a 'Combustible Dust' in hazardous locations?
What defines a 'Combustible Dust' in hazardous locations?
Which description best fits a 'Conduit Body'?
Which description best fits a 'Conduit Body'?
What is the primary purpose of 'Insulated Conductors'?
What is the primary purpose of 'Insulated Conductors'?
Which material is described as 'Coaxial Cable'?
Which material is described as 'Coaxial Cable'?
What is a 'Continuous Load'?
What is a 'Continuous Load'?
What is the function of a 'Pressure Connector'?
What is the function of a 'Pressure Connector'?
How is a nonhabitable room defined in the context of electrical safety?
How is a nonhabitable room defined in the context of electrical safety?
Which test method is referenced for determining the explosibility of dust clouds?
Which test method is referenced for determining the explosibility of dust clouds?
What is the purpose of selective coordination in electrical systems?
What is the purpose of selective coordination in electrical systems?
Which classification indicates suitable use in hazardous locations for electrical equipment?
Which classification indicates suitable use in hazardous locations for electrical equipment?
Copper-clad aluminum conductors have what minimum percentage of copper in their cross-sectional area?
Copper-clad aluminum conductors have what minimum percentage of copper in their cross-sectional area?
What defines 'Duty, Continuous' in electrical operations?
What defines 'Duty, Continuous' in electrical operations?
Which device is designed to terminate a cord to a box while reducing strain?
Which device is designed to terminate a cord to a box while reducing strain?
What is essential for overcurrent protective devices to function correctly?
What is essential for overcurrent protective devices to function correctly?
What is a primary feature of a dwelling unit in electrical terms?
What is a primary feature of a dwelling unit in electrical terms?
What does 'Duty, Short-Time' refer to in electrical terminology?
What does 'Duty, Short-Time' refer to in electrical terminology?
What is the purpose of an interrupting module in a building's electrical system?
What is the purpose of an interrupting module in a building's electrical system?
Which of the following describes a 'Ground-Fault Circuit Interrupter' (GFCI)?
Which of the following describes a 'Ground-Fault Circuit Interrupter' (GFCI)?
What is meant by 'Grounded, Solidly' in electrical terms?
What is meant by 'Grounded, Solidly' in electrical terms?
What does the term 'Enclosure' refer to in the context of electrical installations?
What does the term 'Enclosure' refer to in the context of electrical installations?
Which characteristic is true regarding current-sensing modules in electrical installations?
Which characteristic is true regarding current-sensing modules in electrical installations?
What is the primary function of a 'Grounded Conductor'?
What is the primary function of a 'Grounded Conductor'?
What does 'energized' mean in an electrical context?
What does 'energized' mean in an electrical context?
What is the significance of current values of 4 mA to 6 mA for Class A GFCI devices?
What is the significance of current values of 4 mA to 6 mA for Class A GFCI devices?
What does the term 'controlled equipment' refer to in relation to industrial control panels?
What does the term 'controlled equipment' refer to in relation to industrial control panels?
Which of the following describes Information Technology Equipment (ITE)?
Which of the following describes Information Technology Equipment (ITE)?
What is a Lighting Outlet intended for?
What is a Lighting Outlet intended for?
What is a key characteristic of Lighting Track (Track Lighting)?
What is a key characteristic of Lighting Track (Track Lighting)?
What standards do manufacturers typically indicate compliance with on labeled equipment?
What standards do manufacturers typically indicate compliance with on labeled equipment?
What defines ordinary locations for ITE installation?
What defines ordinary locations for ITE installation?
What does 'listed' indicate about equipment or materials?
What does 'listed' indicate about equipment or materials?
Which document provides information on listing requirements for ITE?
Which document provides information on listing requirements for ITE?
Study Notes
Definitions in Electrical Code
- Adjustable Speed Drive: Equipment controlling electric motor speed.
- Apprenticeship: Required by Republic Act 7920 (National Electrical Engineering Law) for Registered Master Electrician (RME) licensure.
- Clothes Closet: Nonhabitable room for storing garments.
- Coaxial Cable: Cylindrical assembly with a conductor inside a metallic tube, separated by dielectric material.
- Combustible Dust: Dust particles smaller than 500 microns, potentially igniting in air.
- Conductor, Insulated: Conductor encased in material recognized as electrical insulation.
- Conduit Body: Access point for conduit or tubing system.
- Connector, Pressure (Solderless): Connects conductors using mechanical pressure, without solder.
- Continuous Load: Load lasting for 3 hours or more.
- Coordination, Selective: Isolates overcurrent conditions to affected circuits, preventing widespread outages.
- Copper-Clad Aluminum Conductors: Conductors with copper bonded to aluminum core, copper comprises at least 10% of cross-section.
- Cord Connector: Fitting terminating cords to boxes, reducing strain at termination points and potentially including explosion-proof, dust-ignitionproof, or flameproof seals.
- Cutout Box: Building section for housing electrical equipment.
- Dwelling Unit: Independent living space for one or more persons.
- Enclosed: Surrounded by a case or barrier preventing contact with energized parts.
- Energized: Electrically connected to a voltage source.
- Equipment: General term encompassing materials, fittings, devices, appliances, and more, used in electrical installations.
- Ground: The earth.
- Grounded (Grounding): Connected to earth or a conductive body serving as earth.
- Grounded, Solidly: Connected to ground without resistors or impedance devices.
- Grounded Conductor: System or circuit conductor intentionally connected to ground.
- Ground-Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI): Protects personnel by de-energizing a circuit when current to ground exceeds a threshold (4-6 mA for Class A devices).
- Information Technology Equipment (ITE): Equipment rated under 1000 volts, used for data, voice, and video processing, excluding communications equipment.
- Listed: Equipment, materials, or services marked by an organization verifying compliance with standards and performance.
- Lighting Outlet: Outlet for direct connection of lampholders, luminaires, or pendant cords with lampholders.
- Lighting Track: Assembly for supporting and energizing luminaires, allowing for their repositioning.
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Test your knowledge of essential terms in electrical code related to engineering and safety. This quiz covers definitions from various topics including electrical components and regulations. Ideal for students and professionals preparing for licensure or seeking to enhance their expertise.
