Electrical Systems Technology Diploma

Credential: Diploma (Code: D35130)

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. Coursework, most of which is hands-on, will include such topics as AC/DC theory, basic wiring practices, 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.

This program leads to a Diploma. To be eligible for graduation, the student must have satisfactorily completed the course requirements as outlined below.

To qualify for admission into this program, the applicant must have a high school diploma or the equivalent.

Diploma Curriculum

Fall Semester

		Advising	Term	C	L	Cl	Cr
ELC 112	DC/AC Electricity			3	6	0	5
ACA 115	Success & Study Skills			0	2	0	1
OR
ACA 122	College Transfer Success			0	2	0	1
ELC 113	Residential Wiring			2	6	0	4
ELC 118	National Electrical Code			1	2	0	2
ELC 128	Introduction to Programmable Logic Controller			2	3	0	3
WOL 110	Basic Construction Skills			2	3	0	3
*ENG 111	Writing and Inquiry			3	0	0	3
	Total Credit Hours:				19

Spring Semester

		Advising	Term	C	L	Cl	Cr
ELC 119	NEC Calculations			1	2	0	2
*MAT 110	Mathematical Measurement and Literacy			2	2	0	3
OR
*MAT 121	Algebra/Trigonometry I			2	2	0	3
OR
*MAT 171	Precalculus Algebra			3	2	0	4
ISC 112	Industrial Safety			2	0	0	2
ELC 229	Applications Project			1	3	0	2
ELN 229	Industrial Electronics			3	3	0	4
ELC 114	Commercial Wiring			2	6	0	4
	Total Credit Hours:				19-20

Summer Semester

		Advising	Term	C	L	Cl	Cr
ELC 117	Motors and Controls			2	6	0	4
	Total Credit Hours:				4

SEMESTER HOURS REQUIRED TO GRADUATE
GENERAL EDUCATION COURSES	06-07
MAJOR COURSES	35
OTHER REQUIRED COURSES	01
TOTAL CREDIT HOURS	42-43

Expected program competencies are maintained by the lead instructor for this program, while course competencies are maintained by the respective instructors of specific courses.

NOTE: The above curriculum outline is intended as a guide only. The sequence of course offerings is subject to change at the discretion of the administration.

C=Class L=Lab CL=Clinic Cr=Credit