Electrical Systems Technology: A.A.S.
Credential: A.A.S. (Code: A35130)
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 an Associate in Applied Science Degree. 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.
Electrical Systems Technology A.A.S. Curriculum
Fall Semester I
| ELC 112 | DC/AC Electricity | | FA | 3 | 6 | 0 | 5 |
| ELC 113 | Residential Wiring | | FA | 2 | 6 | 0 | 4 |
| ELC 118 | National Electrical Code | | FA | 1 | 2 | 0 | 2 |
| WOL 110 | Basic Construction Skills | | FA | 2 | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| ACA 115 | Success & Study Skills | | I | 0 | 2 | 0 | 1 |
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| ACA 122 | College Transfer Success | | FA, SP, SU | 0 | 2 | 0 | 1 |
| *ENG 111 | Writing and Inquiry | | FA, SP, SU | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| Total Credit Hours: | | | | 19 |
Spring Semester I
| ELC 119 | NEC Calculations | | SP | 1 | 2 | 0 | 2 |
| ELN 229 | Industrial Electronics | | SP | 3 | 3 | 0 | 4 |
| ELC 114 | Commercial Wiring | | SP | 2 | 6 | 0 | 4 |
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| *MAT 110 | Mathematical Measurement and Literacy | | FA, SP, SU | 2 | 2 | 0 | 3 |
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| *MAT 121 | Algebra/Trigonometry I | | FA | 2 | 2 | 0 | 3 |
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| *MAT 171 | Precalculus Algebra | | FA, SP, SU | 3 | 2 | 0 | 4 |
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| ENG 114 | Professional Research & Reporting | | FA, SP, SU | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
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| ENG 116 | Technical Report Writing | | SP | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| Total Credit Hours: | | | | 18 |
Summer Semester
| ELC 117 | Motors and Controls | | SU | 2 | 6 | 0 | 4 |
| CIS 110 | Introduction to Computers | | FA, SP, SU | 2 | 2 | 0 | 3 |
| Total Credit Hours: | | | | 7 |
Fall Semester II
| HUM 110 | Technology and Society | | SP | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
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| HUM 115 | Critical Thinking | | FA, SP, SU | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| ELC 128 | Introduction to Programmable Logic Controller | | FA | 2 | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| ELN 133 | Digital Electronics | | FA | 3 | 3 | 0 | 4 |
| ELC 213 | Instrumentation | | FA | 3 | 2 | 0 | 4 |
| Total Credit Hours: | | | | 18 |
Spring Semester II
| PSY 150 | General Psychology | | FA, SP, SU | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| ELC 228 | Programmable Logic Controllers Applications | | SP | 2 | 6 | 0 | 4 |
| ELC 229 | Applications Project | | SP | 1 | 3 | 0 | 2 |
| WBL 111 | Work-Based Learning I | | SP | 0 | 0 | 10 | 1 |
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| PHY 110 | Conceptual Physics | | FA, SP, SU | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
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| PHY 110A | Conceptual Physics Lab | | FA, SP, SU | 0 | 2 | 0 | 1 |
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| PHY 131 | Physics-Mechanics | | SP | 3 | 2 | 0 | 4 |
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| ISC 112 | Industrial Safety | | SP, SU | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Total Credit Hours: | | | | 16 |
SEMESTER HOURS REQUIRED TO GRADUATE
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| GENERAL EDUCATION COURSES |
15 |
| MAJOR COURSES |
55-56 |
| OTHER REQUIRED COURSES |
01 |
| TOTAL CREDIT HOURS |
71-72 |
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