Electrical Systems Technology Diploma

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The Electrical Systems Technology curriculum is designed to provide training for persons interested in the installation and maintenance of electrical systems found in residential, commercial and industrial facilities.

Course work, most of which is hands-on, will include such topics as AC/ DC theory, basic wiring practices, electronics, programmable logic controllers, industrial motor controls, applications of the National Electric Code, and other subjects as local needs require.

Graduates should qualify for a variety of jobs in the electrical field as an on-the-job trainee or apprentice assisting in the layout, installation, and maintenance of electrical systems.

TYPICAL COURSE SEQUENCE COURSE AND HOUR REQUIREMENTS

  • ENG 111 Writing Inquiry may be taken in lieu of ENG 101 Applied Communication I
Hours Per Week Hours
FIRST SEMESTER Course Title Class Lab Credit
ELC 113 Residential Wiring 2 6 4
ELC 118 National Electrical Code 1 2 2
ELC 132 Electrical Drawings 1 3 2
ELC 138 DC Circuit Analysis 3 3 4
ENG 101 Applied Communications I 3 0 3
10 14 15
Hours Per Week Hours
SECOND SEMESTER Course Title Class Lab Credit
ELC 114 Commercial Wiring 2 6 4
ELC 117 Motors and Controls 2 6 4
ELC 139 AC Circuit Analysis 3 3 4
MAT 110 Math Measurement & Literacy 2 2 3
9 17 15
Hours Per Week Hours
THIRD SEMESTER Course Title Class Lab Credit
ELC 119 NEC Calculations 1 2 2
ELC 121 Electrical Estimating 1 2 2
ELC 128 Introduction to PLC 2 3 3
ELC 215 Electrical Maintenance 2 3 3
6 10 10

Total Semester hours credit: 40

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