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Oh? School for what? Maybe general contracting? A while back I looked briefly into what it would take to be an electrician, and it seemed like there was quit
by rectang 5y ago
Oh? School for what? Maybe general contracting?
A while back I looked briefly into what it would take to be an electrician, and it seemed like there was quite a lot to know. I wonder how soon you get to the stage where you could wire up a shed like this with full confidence that you've done everything to code.
From there, how many other subjects do you have to get right? I learned how to swing a hammer as a kid but I wouldn't know jack about designing load bearing structures, weather proofing, foundations, hanging windows and doors, etc — let alone plumbing, HVAC, etc.
- 14 5y agoElectrical is a whole field of expertise. To wire a shed to code however is not that hard. I’ve done my dad’s tiny home personally and then had my electrician friend come in after and said it was all done and to code. Some of the skills overlap but usually the carpenters do the work and at a certain point the electrician comes in and does all his work then the carpenter finish up. The real secret to getting fully comfortable is doing an apprenticeship where someone is going over all your work.
- pavon 5y agoIn my area, community colleges have trades programs for such things. I've gotten overrides for pre-reqs when I've audited classes for hobby rather than for the certificate/degree, allowing me to take the few core courses that cover most of what I'll get into in my projects. Also, when applying for a home-owner permit, my city requires you pass a short test showing you know the basics of the code (not nearly as in-depth as certification exams).