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Electrical/Electronics Technology

Curriculum Description

The Electrical/Electronics Technology curriculum is designed to provide training for persons interested in the installation and maintenance of electrical/electronic 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/electronics field as an on-the-job trainee or apprentice assisting in the layout, installation and maintenance of electrical/electronic systems.

The following represents one way in which the program of study can be completed. Students who aren’t able to follow this plan should consult their academic advisor to be sure that they take courses in the best order for their success.

Diploma

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POS Approved: Fall 2011

Fall Semester

Course Course Title Class Hours Lab/Shop Hours Clinical/WBL Hours Credit Hours
BPR 130 Blueprint Reading/Const 1 2 0 2
ELC 112 DC/AC Electricity 3 6 0 5
ELC 113 Basic Wiring I 2 6 0 4
ISC 115 Construction Safety 2 0 0 2
Select one:
Applied Mathematics I (2) (2) (0) (3)
  OR        
Mathematical Models 2 2 0 3
  Total: 10 16 0 16

Spring Semester

Course Course Title Class Hours Lab/Shop Hours Clinical/WBL Hours Credit Hours
ELC 114 Basic Wiring II 2 6 0 4
ELC 117 Motors and Controls 2 6 0 4
ELC 118 National Electrical Code 1 2 0 2
ISC 112 Industrial Safety 2 0 0 2
Select one:
Applied Communications I (3) (0) (0) (3)
  OR        
Expository Writing 3 0 0 3
  Total: 10 14 0 15

Summer Term

Course Course Title Class Hours Lab/Shop Hours Clinical/WBL Hours Credit Hours
ELC 115 Industrial Wiring 2 6 0 4
ELC 233 Energy Management 2 2 0 3
  Total: 4 8 0 7

Total Credit Hours: 38

Additional Information

Cooperative education work experience courses may be available for this program.

General Education Courses 

Written Communication:

ENG 101, ENG 111

Mathematics:

MAT 101, MAT 115

Technology:

BPR 130

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