Electrical Systems Technology (AAS) A35130
This 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 in the layout, installation and maintenance of electrical systems.
Course and Hour Requirements
Major Courses
Total Major Hours: 51
General Education Courses
Communications:
Humanities/Fine Arts: Select One
Social/Behavioral Sciences: Select One
| PSY 150 | General Psychology |
3
|
0
| 3 |
| SOC 210 | Introduction to Sociology |
3
|
0
| 3 |
Natural Sciences/Mathematics: Select One
Total General Education Hours: 15-16
TOTAL CREDIT HOURS REQUIRED FOR GRADUATION: 66-67
Suggested Sequence of Courses
FIRST YEAR
Fall Semester
| ACA 115 | Success and Study Skills |
0
|
2
| 1 |
| ELC 112 | DC/AC Electricity |
3
|
6
| 5 |
| ELC 113 | Residential Wiring |
2
|
6
| 4 |
| ELC 250 | Critical Power Systems |
3
|
3
| 4 |
| | Humanities/Fine Arts Course* |
3
|
0
| 3 |
| Total Credit Hours: |
11
|
17
| 17 |
Spring Semester
| COM 120 | Intro Interpersonal Com |
3
|
0
| 3 |
| EGR 111 | Engineer Comp and Careers |
2
|
2
| 3 |
| ELC 114 | Commercial Wiring |
2
|
6
| 4 |
| ELC 117 | Motors and Controls |
2
|
6
| 4 |
| Total Credit Hours: |
9
|
14
| 14 |
SECOND YEAR
Fall Semester
| AHR 110 | Intro to Refrigeration |
2
|
6
| 5 |
| BAT 111 | Building Automation Systems |
1
|
3
| 2 |
| ELC 128 | Intro to PLC |
2
|
3
| 3 |
| ENG 111 | Writing and Inquiry |
3
|
0
| 3 |
| NET 113 | Home Automation Systems |
2
|
2
| 3 |
| Total Credit Hours: |
10
|
14
| 16 |
Spring Semester
| AHR 130 | HVAC Controls |
2
|
2
| 3 |
| BAT 251 | Building Automation Controls |
2
|
3
| 3 |
| ELC 213 | Instrumentation |
3
|
2
| 4 |
| | Natural Sciences/Mathematics Course* |
2-3
|
2
| 3-4 |
| | Social/Behavioral Sciences Course* |
3
|
0
| 3 |
| Total Credit Hours: |
12-13
|
9
| 16-17 |
Summer Semester
| ELC 233 | Energy Management |
2
|
2
| 3 |
| Total Credit Hours: |
2
|
2
| 3 |
*See "Course and Hour Requirements"
TOTAL CREDIT HOURS REQUIRED FOR GRADUATION: 66-67
| Degree | College Transfer |
Yes
|
No
|