Electrical Systems Technology Diploma (D35130)
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 assisting in the layout, installation, and maintenance of electrical systems.
Course and Hour Requirements
Major Courses
| ACA 115 | Success and Study Skills |
0
|
2
| 1 |
| BAT 131 | Fire Control System Automation |
2
|
2
| 3 |
| BAT 141 | Security System Fundamentals |
2
|
2
| 3 |
| ELC 112 | DC/AC Electricity |
3
|
6
| 5 |
| ELC 113 | Residential Wiring |
2
|
6
| 4 |
| ELC 114 | Commercial Wiring |
2
|
6
| 4 |
| ELC 117 | Motors and Controls |
2
|
6
| 4 |
| ELC 220 | Photovoltaic Sys Tech |
2
|
3
| 3 |
| ELC 233 | Energy Management |
2
|
2
| 3 |
Total Major Hours: 30
General Education Courses
Communications:
| COM 120 | Intro Interpersonal Com |
3
|
0
| 3 |
General Education: Select One
| MAT 121 | Algebra/Trigonometry I |
2
|
2
| 3 |
| | (MAT 121 or higher) | | | |
| PHY 121 | Applied Physics I |
3
|
2
| 4 |
Total General Education Hours: 6-7
TOTAL CREDIT HOURS REQUIRED FOR GRADUATION: 36-37
Suggested Sequence of Courses
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 |
| | General Education 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 |
| Total Credit Hours: |
8
|
17
| 14 |
Summer Term
| COM 120 | Intro Interpersonal Com |
3
|
0
| 3 |
| ELC 233 | Energy Management |
2
|
2
| 3 |
| Total Credit Hours: |
5
|
2
| 6 |
*See "Course and Hour Requirements"
TOTAL CREDIT HOURS REQUIRED FOR GRADUATION: 36-37
| Diploma | College Transfer |
Yes
|
No
|