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Official standard. This page transcribes or closely follows an official Skilled Trades Ontario, Electrical Safety Authority, or IATSE document. It is provided for reference and convenience only — it is not the authoritative record. Always confirm current requirements against the original source or Skilled Trades Ontario.
Level 1 of the Apprenticeship Curriculum Standard — 120 hours across 5 reportable subjects. For the full itemized learning outcomes (e.g. 1.1, 1.2...) of any subject, consult the source PDF linked below.
- Source: Apprenticeship Curriculum Standard, Level 1, pp.4–18
1. Safe Working Practices (18 hrs: 9 theory / 9 practical)
Cross-references: 5351.01, 5351.02, 5351.03, 5351.05, 5351.06, 5351.09, 5351.10, 5353.04, 5353.05, 5353.06, 5353.07, 5354.02, 5354.03
General Learning Outcome: Upon successful completion, the apprentice is able to select and safely use scaffolds and accessories in compliance with regulations, codes, and directives, select and use appropriate personal protective equipment, and demonstrate an awareness of fire and safety procedures.
2. Codes and Standards 1 (33 hrs: 33 theory / 0 practical)
Cross-references: 5355.04, 5355.06, 5356.02, 5356.05, 5356.07, 5357.02, 5357.06, 5359.02, 5359.04
General Learning Outcome: Upon successful completion, the apprentice is able to demonstrate an awareness of codes, standards, and safety guidelines pertinent to the entertainment industry, including those published by the Canadian Standards Association (CSA), the Electrical Safety Authority (ESA), and the Ministry of Labour (MOL). The apprentice will demonstrate a general knowledge of the general rules and regulations of the Ontario Electrical Code (OEC) and Canadian Electrical Code (CEC) Part 1.
3. Communications (12 hrs: 6 theory / 6 practical)
Cross-references: 5352.02, 5352.03, 5352.04
General Learning Outcome: Upon successful completion, the apprentice is able to demonstrate the skills needed to communicate with individuals and organizations, and to create written documentation and presentations using a computer.
4. Shop Practices (24 hrs: 0 theory / 24 practical)
Cross-references: 5351.01, 5351.04, 5353.01, 5353.02, 5353.03, 5355.01, 5356.01, 5356.02, 5356.04, 5356.05, 5356.06, 5356.07, 5356.08, 5356.09, 5357.05, 5357.06, 5357.07, 5357.09
General Learning Outcome: Upon successful completion, the apprentice is able to demonstrate the use and operation of common hand and power tools, determine requirements and installation methods for common distribution equipment, install common switching devices, outlets and enclosures as they pertain to practicals, terminate conductors, demonstrate the assembly and installation of flexible cords, cables and connectors, install signal and extra-low voltage wiring and devices, and identify and terminate copper communication and hard-wired cables.
5. Electrical Theory 1 (33 hrs: 33 theory / 0 practical)
Cross-references: 5351.01, 5352.01, 5355.04, 5356.02, 5357.08, 5359.07
General Learning Outcome: Upon successful completion, the apprentice is able to understand electron theory; define voltage, current and resistance, electrical and mechanical power; describe the effects of electricity on the human body; explain the principles of common sources of Electro-Motive Force (EMF); and analyze series, parallel and combination DC circuits by applying Ohm's Law and Kirchhoff's Laws.