2022-2023 Academic Catalog

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

AdvisingTermCLClCr
ELC 112DC/AC Electricity

3

6

0

5

ACA 115Success & Study Skills

0

2

0

1

OR

ACA 122College Transfer Success

0

2

0

1

ELC 113Residential Wiring

2

6

0

4

ELC 118National Electrical Code

1

2

0

2

ELC 128Introduction to Programmable Logic Controller

2

3

0

3

WOL 110Basic Construction Skills

2

3

0

3

*ENG 111Writing and Inquiry

3

0

0

3

Total Credit Hours:19

Spring Semester

AdvisingTermCLClCr
ELC 119NEC Calculations

1

2

0

2

*MAT 110Mathematical Measurement and Literacy

2

2

0

3

OR

*MAT 121Algebra/Trigonometry I

2

2

0

3

OR

*MAT 171Precalculus Algebra

3

2

0

4

ISC 112Industrial Safety

2

0

0

2

ELC 229Applications Project

1

3

0

2

ELN 229Industrial Electronics

3

3

0

4

ELC 114Commercial Wiring

2

6

0

4

Total Credit Hours:19-20

Summer Semester

AdvisingTermCLClCr
ELC 117Motors 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