This class which will cover the basics of Electrical Theory for the Set Lighting Technician. We will cover conductors, insulators, electromagnetism, AC & DC power generation, transformers, parallel; series circuits, overcurrent protection, Ohm's Law, and more. This knowledge will give you the ability to understand how electricity works on a deeper level. This will make you more efficient on set and sets the groundwork for the advanced electrical knowledge which you need to make electricity work for you. This class features hands-on work with low voltage electrical kits and is followed up by the Electrical Calculations and Power Lab classes which will demonstrate these principles on a much larger scale using our equipment and power sources.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION YOU MUST KNOW:
• This no longer a CSATTF-funded class so all members in Good Standing are eligible to attend.
• All signups are PENDING until eligibility status is confirmed with Local 728.
• This course is recommended for members preparating for the ETCP Certification exams.
• This is an entry-level class on electrical theory and application.
• Seating for this class is limited.
A LOTTERY, if necessary, will be held to determine placement in the class. Please check the Additional Information field for details concerning a lottery.
This class covers topics that are listed on the Body of Knowledge for the ETCP Electrical Certifications.
There will be NO LOTTERY for this class.
This class is no longer funded by Contract Services so it is open to ALL MEMBERS of Local 728 regardless of Roster Placement or Status. This is the same class as the one being offered on 3/22/25.
This class is essential for members who are preparing for the ETCP Certification exams. It covers information on the ETCP Body of Knowledge for both the Entertainment Electrician and Portable Power Distribution Technician Certifications. These certifications are essential for Local 728 to hold our position as the experts in portable power and lighting control for the entire entertainment industry.
Members who receive either certification or are recertified will receive a $500 stipend from CSATF and a reimbursement of their exam fee when they pass the exam and have worked a minimum of 600 hours in the 12 months immediately preceding certification or recertification. For more information please see http://training728.org/etcp-stipend