WORKSHOP DETAILS:

Duration: 3 hours Skill Level: Beginner-Friendly Age Requirement: Must be 14+ Instructor: Alex Walsh Workshop Description: This hands-on workshop takes the mystery out of household electricity. You’ll learn what’s happening behind your switches and outlets, how to stay safe, and how to complete basic wiring tasks correctly. This workshop includes live demonstrations and supervised hands-on practice using professional equipment. By the end of this workshop, you’ll be able to: - Understand the basics of electricity including voltage, current, resistance, and power, and how they apply in your home - Identify common household electrical issues such as phantom loads, shared neutrals, and loose connections, and know when to call a professional - Apply essential code concepts every homeowner should know, including GFCI and AFCI protection, box fill, grounding, bonding, and spacing requirements - Recognize and correctly identify common devices such as switches, outlets, GFCIs, dimmers, and LED fixtures - Wire a single-pole switch, a standard receptacle, and a GFCI with confidence - Safely use a digital multimeter to verify de-energized circuits, check continuity, and confirm polarity - Begin mapping your home’s electrical circuits to better understand and label your panel Hands-On Learning: Each participant will have their own practice bay to wire devices under instructor supervision. You’ll learn to: - Pull and prepare electrical cable - Wire outlets and switches properly - Bond grounds and secure connections - Label circuits and test your work safely Safety First Safety is a top priority. You’ll learn the same procedures used by professionals, including: - PPE and safe work habits - Lockout and tagout demonstrations - How to verify a circuit is de-energized before working - Take-Home Tools and Resources Each student receives: - A digital multimeter included with class fee - A pocket reference guide covering wire colors, GFCI and AFCI rules, device ratings, and a “When to Call an Electrician” checklist - A circuit mapping worksheet with panel labeling stickers Why Take This Class: Electricity powers your home, but understanding it helps you protect it. This workshop builds real confidence, helps prevent costly mistakes, and gives you the knowledge to communicate clearly with electricians and inspectors. Want a full day experience? Register for both Level One and Level Two Electrical workshops to continue building your skills with more advanced