Delivery: Online | Est. Length: 90 Minutes | Price: $120.00
Course Overview
The NCTI Wall Drilling for Wiring course addresses one of the highest-liability tasks a technician performs. Drilling a hole is easy; drilling the right hole without hitting a water pipe, electrical wire, or structural support requires skill and knowledge.
This fundamental course covers the physics and techniques of routing cables through challenging environments like basements, crawl spaces, and attics. Students will learn to identify Home Construction Architectures to predict where obstacles lie behind the drywall. The curriculum provides specific techniques for drilling through various exterior materials (siding, brick, stucco) and interior walls, ensuring professional results without property damage.
Who Should Attend:
- Cable/Broadband Installers
- Security System Technicians
- Electrician Apprentices
- DIY Homeowners
What You Will Learn
Upon completion, students will be able to safely drill entry points and route wire through complex structures while avoiding costly damage to the customer’s property.
Core Competencies:
- Construction Basics: Describe common home architecture issues to identify load-bearing walls, fire blocks, and hidden utility runs.
- Material Recognition: Select the correct drill bits and techniques for different wall types, including wood, drywall, masonry, and vinyl siding.
- Routing Paths: Demonstrate best practices for running wires through flooring, carpet, attics, and crawl spaces.
- Obstacle Avoidance: Execute procedures for checking for obstacles before drilling, utilizing proper drilling angles to ensure a clean exit/entry.
- Damage Prevention: Apply safety protocols to drill accurately without splintering siding or hitting internal infrastructure.
Certification and Benefits
Drill with Confidence
Eliminate the guesswork. This course provides the structural knowledge needed to navigate walls safely, reducing liability claims and repair costs.
Additional Benefits:
- Industry Recognition: Receive the NCTI Certificate of Graduation.
- Efficiency: Learn routing tricks that save time when fishing wires through difficult spaces.
- Quick Completion: A focused 90-minute module that delivers high-impact practical skills.
Course Outline
Module 1: Architecture and Entry Points
- Home construction architecture issues.
- Considering various entry points.
- Checking for obstacles and hidden utilities.
Module 2: Drilling and Routing Techniques
- Recognizing wall materials (Exterior vs. Interior).
- Drilling angles and bit selection.
- Routing: Running wires through flooring, carpet, and walls.