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
Major Elective: Select One
| BAT 111 | Building Automation Systems |
1
|
3
| 2 |
| WBL 111 | Work-Based Learning I |
0
|
10
| 1 |
| WBL 112 | Work-Based Learning I |
0
|
20
| 2 |
Total Major Hours: 50-51
General Education Courses
Communications:
Humanities/Fine Arts: Select One
| ART 111 | Art Appreciation |
3
|
0
| 3 |
| HUM 110 | Technology and Society |
3
|
0
| 3 |
| | (HUM 110 or higher) | | | |
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: 65-67
Suggested Sequence of Courses
FIRST YEAR
Fall Semester
| ACA 115 | Success and Study Skills |
0
|
2
| 1 |
| BAT 141 | Security System Fundamentals |
2
|
2
| 3 |
| ELC 112 | DC/AC Electricity |
3
|
6
| 5 |
| ELC 113 | Residential Wiring |
2
|
6
| 4 |
| | Natural Sciences/Mathematics Course* |
2-3
|
2
| 3-4 |
| Total Credit Hours: |
9-10
|
18
| 16-17 |
Spring Semester
| BAT 131 | Fire Control System Automation |
2
|
2
| 3 |
| ELC 114 | Commercial Wiring |
2
|
6
| 4 |
| ELC 117 | Motors and Controls |
2
|
6
| 4 |
| ELC 220 | Photovoltaic Sys Tech |
2
|
3
| 3 |
| ENG 111 | Writing and Inquiry |
3
|
0
| 3 |
| Total Credit Hours: |
11
|
17
| 17 |
Summer Term
| COM 120 | Intro Interpersonal Com |
3
|
0
| 3 |
| ELC 233 | Energy Management |
2
|
2
| 3 |
| Total Credit Hours: |
5
|
2
| 6 |
SECOND YEAR
Fall Semester
| AHR 110 | Intro to Refrigeration |
2
|
6
| 5 |
| CIS 110 | Introduction to Computers |
2
|
2
| 3 |
| ELC 128 | Intro to PLC |
2
|
3
| 3 |
| ELC 250 | Critical Power Systems |
3
|
3
| 4 |
| Total Credit Hours: |
9
|
14
| 15 |
Spring Semester
| ELC 213 | Instrumentation |
3
|
2
| 4 |
| | Humanities/Fine Arts Course* |
3
|
0
| 3 |
| | Major Elective* |
0-1
|
3-20
| 1-2 |
| | Social/Behavioral Sciences Course* |
3
|
0
| 3 |
| Total Credit Hours: |
9-10
|
5-22
| 11-12 |
*See "Course and Hour Requirements"
TOTAL CREDIT HOURS REQUIRED FOR GRADUATION: 65-67
| Degree | College Transfer |
Yes
|
No
|