Title: Make connections with lugs, connectors, and terminals.
Course: Building Trades I (17009-I) > Section: Electricity: Selecting and Installing Conductors

Making connections between components should include terminating conductors by stripping them and installing lugs, connectors, and terminals in accordance with instructor guidelines and manufacturer specifications.

IRC: Chapters 34, 35, 36, and 37 (https://codes.iccsafe.org/content/IRC2018P4) cover types of conductors approved by code and installation.

Process/Skill Questions:

- What is a lug?
- Why is it important to torque terminations?
- What is the importance of termination ratings?
- Why is it important to avoid attaching a copper and aluminum wire?

NCCER Standards:

Electrical

  - 26103-02 Fasteners and Anchors
  - 26109-02 Conductors
  - 26111-02 Wiring: Commercial and Industrial
  - 26112-02 Wiring: Residential