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

Course NumberTitleClass HoursLab HoursCredits
ACA 115Success and Study Skills
0
2

1

ELC 112DC/AC Electricity
3
6

5

ELC 113Residential Wiring
2
6

4

ELC 114Commercial Wiring
2
6

4

ELC 117Motors and Controls
2
6

4

ELC 118National Electrical Code
1
2

2

ELC 122Advanced Residential Wiring
2
4

4

ELC 220Photovoltaic Sys Tech
2
3

3

ELC 233Energy Management
2
2

3

Total Major Hours: 30

General Education Courses

Communications:

Course NumberTitleClass HoursLab HoursCredits
COM 120Intro Interpersonal Com
3
0

3

General Education: Select One

Course NumberTitleClass HoursLab HoursCredits
MAT 121Algebra/Trigonometry I
2
2

3

PHY 121Applied 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

Course NumberTitleClass HoursLab HoursCredits
ACA 115Success and Study Skills
0
2

1

ELC 112DC/AC Electricity
3
6

5

ELC 113Residential Wiring
2
6

4

ELC 118National Electrical Code
1
2

2

General Education Course*
2-3
2

3-4

Total Credit Hours:
8-9
18
15-16

Spring Semester

Course NumberTitleClass HoursLab HoursCredits
COM 120Intro Interpersonal Com
3
0

3

ELC 114Commercial Wiring
2
6

4

ELC 117Motors and Controls
2
6

4

ELC 122Advanced Residential Wiring
2
4

4

Total Credit Hours:
9
16
15

Summer Term

Course NumberTitleClass HoursLab HoursCredits
ELC 220Photovoltaic Sys Tech
2
3

3

ELC 233Energy Management
2
2

3

Total Credit Hours:
4
5
6

*See "Course and Hour Requirements"

TOTAL CREDIT HOURS REQUIRED FOR GRADUATION: 36-37

DiplomaCollege Transfer
Yes
No