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Home Electrical Basics (Safe DIY)

Do Your Own Electrical Work Without the Fear

12 lessons4 modules9h 35m durationbeginner level

Instructor: StretchLearn Faculty

About this course

This course walks you through the everyday residential electrical tasks a homeowner can legally and safely do: swapping receptacles, switches, and light fixtures, and understanding the breaker panel that feeds them. You will learn to de-energize circuits, verify they are dead with a tester, read basic wiring diagrams, and identify the jobs that require a permit or a licensed electrician. Every lesson centers on the National Electrical Code and proven field practices so you never guess with 120 volts.

Curriculum

Module 1: Electrical Safety, Tools, and How Your System Works3 lessons
Module 2: Replacing Receptacles the Right Way3 lessons
  • Anatomy of a Receptacle and Wiring Methods🔒45m
  • Swapping a Standard Duplex Outlet🔒50m
  • GFCI and Switched Outlets🔒50m
Module 3: Switches, Dimmers, and Light Fixtures3 lessons
  • Single-Pole Switches and Reading the Diagram🔒45m
  • Three-Way and Dimmer Switches🔒55m
  • Installing a Light Fixture and Ceiling Box🔒50m
Module 4: The Panel, Circuits, and Knowing Your Limits3 lessons
  • Reading and Mapping Your Breaker Panel🔒50m
  • Tripped Breakers, Overloads, and Simple Diagnostics🔒45m
  • Permit-Free DIY Versus Calling a Licensed Electrician🔒45m
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