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Electrical Systems Technology
Program Description: The Electrical Systems Technology program provides instruction in the inspection, maintenance, installation, and repair of electrical systems in the residential, commercial, and industrial industries. A combination of theory and practical application is emphasized to develop academic, technical, and professional knowledge and skills. Program graduates receive a diploma in Electrical Systems Technology with a specialization in residential or industrial applications.
Student Learning Outcomes:
• Students will wire a three phase motor to current National Electrical Code (NEC).
• Students will wire an electrical panel following current National Electrical Code.
• Students will program a stop light using RS Logics.
Length of Program: Four (4) Semesters
Cost of Program: Click Here for Electrical Construction and Maintenance Specialization. Click Here for Industrial Electrical Technology Specialization.
Entrance Dates: This program is self-paced. Students are able to be admitted at the beginning of any semester. Under certain circumstances, students may be admitted during a semester.
Entrance Requirements: Refer to Admissions criteria. Click for Entrance Score Requirements.
Age: Applicant must be 16 years of age or older.
Education: An applicant must be a high school graduate or the equivalent (GED). College transcripts will be evaluated on an individual basis.
Advisor: A program advisor should be consulted prior to enrolling in any course. An advisor will be assigned by admissions.
Credits Required for Graduation: 53 minimum semester hour credits required for graduation
For more information regarding this program including job placement rate, on-time graduation rate, costs, occupational information, etc., please click here.
Curriculum |
Credit Hours |
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| 1. Basic Skills Courses (8-9 hours) | |||||
| ENGL | 1010 | Fundamentals of English I | 3 | ||
| And one of the following (2-3 hours) | |||||
| EMPL | 1000 | Interpersonal Relations and Professional Development | 2 | ||
| PSYC | 1010 | Basic Psychology | (3) | ||
| And one of the following (3 hours) | |||||
| MATH | 1012 | Foundations of Mathematics | 3 | ||
| MATH | 1013 | Algebraic Concepts | (3) | ||
| MATH | 1015 | Geometry and Trigonometry | (3) | ||
| 2. Occupational Courses (47 hours) | |||||
| COMP | 1000 | Introduction to Computers | 3 | ||
| ELTR | 1020 | Electricial Systems Basics I | 3 | ||
| ELTR | 1060 | Electrical Prints, Schematics, and Symbols | 3 | ||
| ELTR | 1080 | Commercial Wiring I | 5 | ||
| ELTR | 1090 | Commercial Wiring II | 5 | ||
| ELTR | 1110 | Electric Motors | 4 | ||
| ELTR | 1120 | Variable Speed/Low Voltage Controls | 2 | ||
| ELTR | 1180 | Electrical Controls | 3 | ||
| IDFC | 1007 | Industrial Safety Procedures | 2 | ||
| IDFC | 1011 | Direct Current | 3 | ||
| and one of the following (12 hours) | |||||
| Electrical Construction and Maintenance Specialization (12 hours) | ||||||
| ELTR | 1205 | Residential Wiring I | 4 | |||
| ELTR | 1210 | Residential Wiring II | 4 | |||
| XXXX | xxxx | Advisor Approved ELTR Elective(s) | 4 | |||
| Industrial Electrical Technology Specialization (12 hours) | ||||||
| ELTR | 1220 | Industrial PLCs | 4 | |||
| ELTR | 1250 | Diagnostic Troubleshooting | 2 | |||
| ELTR | 1260 | Transformers | 3 | |||
| ELTR | 1270 | National Electrical Code Industrial Applications | 3 | |||
