Industrial Electricity/Electronics
Overview
Graduates of this electrical technician training program are ready for positions with local electrical contractors, industrial plants, hospitals, power companies, government agencies, and other related businesses. Our electrical training courses cover theory and hands-on training in residential and commercial electrical wiring and troubleshooting; various residential, commercial, and industrial applications; PLC programming and troubleshooting; and renewable energy applications like solar electricity.
The Industrial Electricity/Electronics Diploma program emphasizes electrical wiring, including the applications to residential, commercial, and industrial installations. Although the basic installation of electrical components is an important part of the industrial electrician's job, increased emphasis has been placed on the wiring and programming of programmable logic controllers. Entry-level positions for graduates are available with local electrical contractors, industrial plants, hospitals, power companies, government agencies, and other related businesses.
Students training in electrical are required to purchase a set of small hand tools at an approximate cost of $100.
Courses taken in this program may be applied toward the Associate in Applied Science in General Technology degree program if the student later elects to pursue the degree.
How to Enroll
To pursue this degree, you must apply to MTC using our online application.
Questions?
Sample Program Plan and Costs
Class Delivery Methods
View current courses offered via our online course directory.
| On-Campus | Traditional. Classes meet on campus. |
|---|---|
| Virtual | 100% online. Meets with a live instructor and classmates on specific days, at specific times. Uses web conferencing software, like Zoom. |
| Hybrid | Some classes on campus. Some classes online or virtual. |
| Online | 100% online. Due dates for projects and assignments. Self-paced work on your time. |
Full Time
| Semester | Course ID | Course Title | Classroom | Online | Hybrid | Virtual | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Semester 1 (12 Credit Hours) |
COL-101 |
College Orientation College Orientation ID: COL-101 Credit Hours: 1 This course may include selected topics such as career planning, study skills, stress management, tutoring, group guidance, and other subjects to facilitate student success. |
• | • | • | • | 1 |
| EEM-117 |
AC/DC Circuits I AC/DC Circuits I ID: EEM-117 Credit Hours: 4 This course is a study of direct and alternating theory, ohm's law, series, parallel, and combination circuits. Circuits are constructed and tested. |
• | 4 | ||||
| EEM-165 |
Residential/Commercial Wiring Residential/Commercial Wiring ID: EEM-165 Credit Hours: 4 This course is a study of wiring methods and practices used in residential and commercial applications. |
• | • | 4 | |||
| MAT-170 |
Algebra, Geometry and Trigonometry I Algebra, Geometry and Trigonometry I ID: MAT-170 Credit Hours: 3 This course includes the following topics: elementary algebra, geometry, trigonometry, and applications. |
• | • | 3 | |||
| Semester 2 (13 Credit Hours) |
EEM-118 |
AC/DC Circuits II AC/DC Circuits II ID: EEM-118 Credit Hours: 4 This course is a continuation of the study of direct and alternating current theory to include circuit analysis using mathematics and verified with electrical measurements. |
• | 4 | |||
| EEM-140 |
National Electrical Code National Electrical Code ID: EEM-140 Credit Hours: 3 This course is a study of the national electrical code and is based on the latest codes as published by the national fire protection association (NFPA). |
• | 3 | ||||
| ENG-160 |
Technical Communications Technical Communications ID: ENG-160 Credit Hours: 3 This course is a study of various technical communications such as definitions, processes, instructions, descriptions, and technical reports. |
• | • | • | 3 | ||
| EEM-141 |
Residential/Commercial Codes Residential/Commercial Codes ID: EEM-141 Credit Hours: 3 This course covers national electrical code (NEC), including a study in, and application of, the NEC and city and county electrical ordinances as pertaining to residential and commercial wiring. |
• | 3 | ||||
| Semester 3 (12 Credit Hours) |
EEM-151 |
Motor Controls I Motor Controls I ID: EEM-151 Credit Hours: 4 This course is an introduction to motor controls, including a study of the various control devices and wiring used in industrial processes. |
• | 4 | |||
| EEM-166 |
Commercial/Industrial Wiring Commercial/Industrial Wiring ID: EEM-166 Credit Hours: 4 This course is a study of wiring methods and practices in commercial and industrial applications. |
• | • | 4 | |||
| EEM-172 |
Electrical Print Reading Electrical Print Reading ID: EEM-172 Credit Hours: 4 This course is a study of electrical prints as they pertain to layout, planning, and installation of wiring systems in residential, commercial and/or industrial complexes. |
• | 4 | ||||
| Semester 4 (12 Credit Hours) |
PSC-215 |
State and Local Government State and Local Government ID: PSC-215 Credit Hours: 3 This course is a study of state, county, and municipal government systems, including interrelationships between these systems and within the federal government. The impact of current events on the national government and institutions is emphasized. |
• | • | • | 3 | |
| EEM-142 |
Commercial/Industrial Codes Commercial/Industrial Codes ID: EEM-142 Credit Hours: 3 This course covers national electrical code (NEC), including a study in, and application of, the NEC and city and county electrical ordinances as pertaining to commercial and industrial wiring. |
• | 3 | ||||
| EEM-201 |
Electronic Devices I Electronic Devices I ID: EEM-201 Credit Hours: 3 This course is a study of the fundamental principles of common electronic devices and circuits. Emphasis is placed on solid-state principles and applications. |
• | 3 | ||||
| EEM-251 |
Programmable Controllers Programmable Controllers ID: EEM-251 Credit Hours: 3 This course is an introduction to programmable control systems with emphasis on basic programming techniques. A variety of input/output devices and their applications are covered. |
• | 3 | ||||
| Total Credit Hours | 49 | ||||||
| Estimated Cost Financial Aid |
$9,212.00 Not including fees and equipment |
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Part Time
| Semester | Course ID | Course Title | Classroom | Online | Hybrid | Virtual | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Semester 1 (9 Credit Hours) |
COL-101 |
College Orientation College Orientation ID: COL-101 Credit Hours: 1 This course may include selected topics such as career planning, study skills, stress management, tutoring, group guidance, and other subjects to facilitate student success. |
• | • | • | • | 1 |
| EEM-117 |
AC/DC Circuits I AC/DC Circuits I ID: EEM-117 Credit Hours: 4 This course is a study of direct and alternating theory, ohm's law, series, parallel, and combination circuits. Circuits are constructed and tested. |
• | 4 | ||||
| EEM-165 |
Residential/Commercial Wiring Residential/Commercial Wiring ID: EEM-165 Credit Hours: 4 This course is a study of wiring methods and practices used in residential and commercial applications. |
• | • | 4 | |||
| Semester 2 (3 Credit Hours) |
MAT-170 |
Algebra, Geometry and Trigonometry I Algebra, Geometry and Trigonometry I ID: MAT-170 Credit Hours: 3 This course includes the following topics: elementary algebra, geometry, trigonometry, and applications. |
• | • | 3 | ||
| Semester 3 (7 Credit Hours) |
EEM-118 |
AC/DC Circuits II AC/DC Circuits II ID: EEM-118 Credit Hours: 4 This course is a continuation of the study of direct and alternating current theory to include circuit analysis using mathematics and verified with electrical measurements. |
• | 4 | |||
| EEM-140 |
National Electrical Code National Electrical Code ID: EEM-140 Credit Hours: 3 This course is a study of the national electrical code and is based on the latest codes as published by the national fire protection association (NFPA). |
• | 3 | ||||
| Semester 4 (6 Credit Hours) |
ENG-160 |
Technical Communications Technical Communications ID: ENG-160 Credit Hours: 3 This course is a study of various technical communications such as definitions, processes, instructions, descriptions, and technical reports. |
• | • | • | 3 | |
| EEM-141 |
Residential/Commercial Codes Residential/Commercial Codes ID: EEM-141 Credit Hours: 3 This course covers national electrical code (NEC), including a study in, and application of, the NEC and city and county electrical ordinances as pertaining to residential and commercial wiring. |
• | 3 | ||||
| Semester 5 (12 Credit Hours) |
EEM-151 |
Motor Controls I Motor Controls I ID: EEM-151 Credit Hours: 4 This course is an introduction to motor controls, including a study of the various control devices and wiring used in industrial processes. |
• | 4 | |||
| EEM-166 |
Commercial/Industrial Wiring Commercial/Industrial Wiring ID: EEM-166 Credit Hours: 4 This course is a study of wiring methods and practices in commercial and industrial applications. |
• | • | 4 | |||
| EEM-172 |
Electrical Print Reading Electrical Print Reading ID: EEM-172 Credit Hours: 4 This course is a study of electrical prints as they pertain to layout, planning, and installation of wiring systems in residential, commercial and/or industrial complexes. |
• | 4 | ||||
| Semester 6 (6 Credit Hours) |
PSC-215 |
State and Local Government State and Local Government ID: PSC-215 Credit Hours: 3 This course is a study of state, county, and municipal government systems, including interrelationships between these systems and within the federal government. The impact of current events on the national government and institutions is emphasized. |
• | • | • | 3 | |
| EEM-142 |
Commercial/Industrial Codes Commercial/Industrial Codes ID: EEM-142 Credit Hours: 3 This course covers national electrical code (NEC), including a study in, and application of, the NEC and city and county electrical ordinances as pertaining to commercial and industrial wiring. |
• | 3 | ||||
| Semester 7 (6 Credit Hours) |
EEM-201 |
Electronic Devices I Electronic Devices I ID: EEM-201 Credit Hours: 3 This course is a study of the fundamental principles of common electronic devices and circuits. Emphasis is placed on solid-state principles and applications. |
• | 3 | |||
| EEM-251 |
Programmable Controllers Programmable Controllers ID: EEM-251 Credit Hours: 3 This course is an introduction to programmable control systems with emphasis on basic programming techniques. A variety of input/output devices and their applications are covered. |
• | 3 | ||||
| Total Credit Hours | 49 | ||||||
| Estimated Cost Financial Aid |
$9,212.00 Not including fees and equipment |
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What’s next after I complete this program?
Journeyman Electrician
A journeyman electrician works with installing, repairing, and maintaining electrical setups. An electrician reads blueprints to assist in working with electrical systems. Their main job duties involve making repairs and troubleshooting issues. Electricians should also have solid training and experience.
Master Electricians
Master Electricians design the system or assist in the design process, obtain any necessary permits, and order parts and equipment for the project. They either perform the installation themselves or supervise the installation process. They must ensure all circuits are correctly installed and in working order.
Electrical Contractor
An electrical contractor is a business person or firm that performs specialized construction work related to the design, installation, and maintenance of electrical systems. This includes hiring and training the workforce to become electricians and safety officers.