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Electrical Systems Technology - AAS Degree

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.

Program Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of the Electrical Systems Technology Program, the graduate should be able to:

  • Interpret electrical prints, schematics, and diagrams.
  • Identify National Electric Code requirements for electrical projects to ensure compliance.
  • Construct the wiring system for residential and commercial projects.
  • Troubleshoot and repair electric motors and controls.
  • Demonstrate professional skills and safety behaviors expected in the electrical industry.

Electrical Systems Technology Checklist

Fall Semester I

Course NameCourse TitleClassContactClinicalCredits
ACA-122College Transfer Success

0

0

1
CIS-110Introduction to Computers

2

0

3
DFT-119Basic CAD

1

0

2
ELC-112DC/AC Electricity

3

0

5
ELC-113Residential Wiring

2

0

4
ELC-118National Electrical Code

1

0

2
Total Credit Hours:17-18

Spring Semester I

Course NameCourse TitleClassContactClinicalCredits
ELC-114Commercial Wiring

2

0

4
ELC-117Motors and Controls

2

0

4
ELC-215Electrical Maintenance

2

0

3
Total Credit Hours:14-15

Summer Semester I

Course NameCourse TitleClassContactClinicalCredits
ELC-128Introduction to Programmable Logic Controller

2

0

3
Total Credit Hours:6

Fall Semester II

Course NameCourse TitleClassContactClinicalCredits
ELC-130Advanced Motors and Controls

2

0

3
Total Credit Hours:15

Spring Semester II

Total Credit Hours:12

Total Credit Hours: 64-65

Communications: COM-110, COM-120, COM-231; ENG-110, ENG-111, ENG-112.

Natural Sciences/Math: MAT-110, MAT-143, or MAT-171.

Humanities/Fine Arts: ART-111, HUM-115, or MUS-110.

Social/Behavioral Sciences: ECO-251, ECO-252; HIS-111, HIS-112, HIS-131, HIS-132; PSY-150; SOC-210.

Program Electives may be taken from the following prefixes: AHR, BPR, BUS, CIS, CMT, CSC, CST, CTI, DFT, ELC, ISC, MEC, MNT, SPA-111, WBL, WLD (Maximum of 9 credits per subject).