Definitions
Wires and Currents
Safety
Breaker Panel
Potpourri
100

Watts

A measure of power consumed
100

What is the black wire?

Hot or load.

100

What should you wear on your face when working on wiring?

Safety Glasses
100

Where does all of the power to the house go through?

Main Breaker

100

Who won the ultimate fighter season 5?

Nate Diaz

200

Voltage

Pressure of electrons in a circuit

200

What is the white wire?

Neutral

200

What should you wear on your feet when working on wiring?

Rubber soled, close toed shoes.

200

How do you turn off power to the entire house?

Switch the main breaker off.

200

How much can J squat in 2 reps?

550lbs

300

Amperes

The measure of the number of electrons flowing through a system (current).

300

What is the green or bare wire?

Ground
300

What should you wear on your hands?

Sturdy gloves

300

Why is grounding important?

Without grounding, live voltage will find the path of least resistance and can result in electrocution.

300

Name the most common danger in the shop.

Eye injuries.  


Owen Reyling is also an acceptable answer.
400

Current

The flow of electrons in a system.

400

What is the red wire?

Traveler

400

What is the first thing to do when working on anything electrical?

Turn off the power at the breaker panel.

400

What is a GFCI?

Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter

400

What does MIG stand for in welding?

Metal Inert Gas

500

Ohms

The measure of resistance to the flow of electrons (current) in an electrical system.

500

What are the two types of current?

DC(Direct Current) and AC(Alternating Current)

500

What is the second thing you should do when working on wiring?

Test that the power is off to what you are working on.

500

Where are GFCI outlets required?

Bathrooms and kitchens

500

Who is the artist behind the masterpiece that inspired our door decoration for this year's FFA week competition?

Logan Seipel

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