NCCER ELECTRICAL LEVEL 3 Module 6 'Distribution Equipment', Exams of Advanced Education

NCCER ELECTRICAL LEVEL 3 Module 6 'Distribution Equipment'

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NCCER ELECTRICAL LEVEL 3 Module 6
'Distribution Equipment'
1. Which of the following is true with regard to switchboards:
Switchboards are used to
subdivide large blocks of power
2.
When installing wiring within switchgear, use self adhesive cable
ties every
.: 12" (300mm)
3. The maximum voltage that a piece of equipment can
withstand is known as its
.:
Basic impulse insulation level (BIL)
4. Bolted pressure
switches are often used in place of
.:
Circuit breakers
5. A transformer's
temperature rise rating refers to
.:
The maximum elevation
above ambient temperature that the transformer can withstand without insulation damage
6.
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NCCER ELECTRICAL LEVEL 3 Module 6

'Distribution Equipment'

  1. Which of the following is true with regard to switchboards: Switchboards are used to subdivide large blocks of power
  2. When installing wiring within switchgear, use self adhesive cable ties every .: 12" (300mm)
  3. The maximum voltage that a piece of equipment can withstand is known as its .: Basic impulse insulation level (BIL)
  4. Bolted pressure switches are often used in place of .: Circuit breakers
  5. A transformer's temperature rise rating refers to .: The maximum elevation above ambient temperature that the transformer can withstand without insulation damage
  6. A

2 / service has a three-phase supply with 14 single-pole circuits and 4 three-pole circuits. The minimum number of poles required is .: 30

  1. Per NEC Section 408.3(E)(1), AC phasing in switchboards must be labeled .: A,B,C from front to back, top to bottom, or left to right when read facing the front of the switchboard
  2. On a typical electrical diagram, the standard abbreviation for a phase meter is .: PH
  3. The typical insulation resistance of equipment rated at 480V is .: 100 megohms
  4. A typical overpotential test voltage for a used piece of equipment with a nominal voltage class of 600V is .: 2,000 VDC
  5. A ground fault relay should be mounted in an enclosure .: In a vertical position with the terminal block at the lower end

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  1. The term capacity on a transformer nameplate refers to .: its ability to transfer energy
  2. The term class on a transformer nameplate refers to .: the type of cooling it uses
  3. The secondary of a current transformer is usually designed for a rated current of .: 5A
  4. Of the following types of current transformers, which is normally used within circuit breakers?: Bushing
  5. Which of the following is a color that can be used to designate an unground- ed conductor?: Red
  6. The trip rating of a circuit breaker used as the main protective device in a panelboard cannot exceed .: the amperage capacity of the busbars in the panelboard
  7. What type of diagram shows the actual wiring connections between unit assemblies or equipment with each wire labeled to indicate where to terminate it?: Interconnection diagram

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  1. A device that is specifically designed to protect equipment from ground faults through the use of sensors is a .: ground fault relay
  2. Ac cording to the IEEE Identification System found in Appendix A of this module, if device No.51 is indicated on an electrical print, it would be a(n) .: AC time overcurrent relay
  3. Name the four general classifications of circuit breakers.: Air, Oil, Vacuum, and Gas circuit breakers
  4. What are the two basic function performed by switchgear?: Provides a means of switching or disconnecting power system apparatus; provides power system protection by automatically isolating faulty components
  5. When wiring switchboard electrical components, keep the control wires at least from moving parts.: 1/2" (13mm)
  6. Specific instructions for handling, storage, installation, testing, and mainte- nance of distribution equipment are found in the .: manufactures instructions
  7. What is the function of an MVL switch?: Its designed to conform to

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  1. The standard output voltage of a potential transformer is or , de- pending on whether the primary connections are from phase- to-phase or phase-to-neutral.: 120V or 69.3V
  2. The type of conductor that may be any color except green, green with a yellow stripe, white, or gray is a(n) .: ungrounded conductor (Hot)
  3. Define the term interrupting rating.: The maximum current a device is intended to interrupt under standard test conditions.
  4. Switchboard control and meter wiring standards shall meet the require- ments of .: NEC Section 110.
  5. What are the standard abbreviations for a time-delay open, pressure switch, auxiliary switch, and backlighted pushbutton?: TDO, PS, XS, BLPB
  6. What is the purpose of a single-line (one-line) diagram?: A single-line diagram is defined as a diagram that uses single lines and standard symbols to indicate the paths interconnections, and component parts of an electrical circuit or system of circuits.

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  1. The three generic types of ground fault systems include , , and .: - ground return, residual ground, and zero sequence
  2. Wires from the sensor to the ground fault relay should be no longer than , and no smaller than AWG.: 25'(7.6m); No.
  3. The instantaneous trip feature of a standard ground fault relay has a fixed time delay of approximately cycles.: 1.
  4. What is the abbreviation for an oscilloscope?: CRO
  5. What is the abbreviation for a coil on electrical drawings?: CC
  6. Which of the following tests is conducted in order to detect loose connec- tions?: Heat scanning test
  7. A downed power line is most likely to result in a .: Phase Failure
  8. A connection diagram should be used to .: Show the internal wiring connections

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  1. How do you check ohms of switchgear?: 1000v megger
  2. Non standard abbreviations used on drawings are typically defund in the what: Legend
  3. The continuous current that a circuit breaker can carry without exceeding a standard temp rise is known as the: Rated current
  4. The voltages and amps used in primary circuits of sub stationing are reduced to useable levels by: Instrument transformer
  5. The most important consideration for selecting a current transformer for relating is the: Saturation level
  6. The basic purpose of a switchgear is: To provide power system protection by automatically isolating faults
  7. Circuit breakers are given on: The nameplate