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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

Select One Course: CIS-110, DFT-119

Select One Communications Course: COM-110, COM-120, COM-231, ENG-111, ENG-112, ENG-114

Course NameCourse TitleClassContactClinicalCredits
ACA-122College Transfer Success

0

0

1
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

Select One Math Course: MAT-110, MAT-143, MAT-171

Select Three Credit Hours Program Electives from the following prefixes: AHR, ALT, BPR, BUS, CIS, CMT, CSC, CST, CTI, DFT, ELC, HYD, ISC, MEC, MNT, SPA-111, WBL, WLD (Maximum of 9 credits per subject, except WBL max. 8 credit hours)

Course NameCourse TitleClassContactClinicalCredits
ELC-114Commercial Wiring

2

0

4
ELC-117Motors and Controls

2

0

4
Total Credit Hours:14-15

Summer Semester I

Select Three Credit Hours Program Electives from the following prefixes: AHR, ALT, BPR, BUS, CIS, CMT, CSC, CST, CTI, DFT, ELC, HYD, ISC, MEC, MNT, SPA-111, WBL, WLD (Maximum of 9 credits per subject, except WBL max. 8 credit hours)

Course NameCourse TitleClassContactClinicalCredits
ELC-121Electrical Estimating

1

0

2
ELC-128Introduction to Programmable Logic Controller

2

0

3
Total Credit Hours:8

Fall Semester II

Select One Communications Course: COM-110, COM-120, COM-231, ENG-111, ENG-112, ENG-114

Select Five Credit Hours Program Electives from the following prefixes: AHR, ALT, BPR, BUS, CIS, CMT, CSC, CST, CTI, DFT, ELC, HYD, ISC, MEC, MNT, SPA-111, WBL, WLD (Maximum of 9 credits per subject, except WBL max. 8 credit hours)

Course NameCourse TitleClassContactClinicalCredits
ELC-119NEC Calculations

1

0

2
ELC-130Advanced Motors and Controls

2

0

3
Total Credit Hours:13

Spring Semester II

Select One Course from the Humanities/Fine Arts Courses: ART-111, ART-114, ART-115, DRA-111, DRA-115, ENG-231, ENG-232, ENG-241, ENG-242, HUM-115, MUS-110, MUS-112, PHI-240, REL-110, REL-211, REL-212, REL-221

Select One Course from the Social/Behavioral Sciences Courses: ECO-251, ECO-252, HIS-111, HIS-112, HIS-121, HIS-131, HIS-132, POL-120, PSY-150, SOC-210, SOC-220, SOC-225

Select Six Credit Hours Program Electives from the following prefixes: AHR, ALT, BPR, BUS, CIS, CMT, CSC, CST, CTI, DFT, ELC, HYD, ISC, MEC, MNT, SPA-111, WBL, WLD (Maximum of 9 credits per subject, except WBL max. 8 credit hours)

Total Credit Hours:12

Total Credit Hours: 64-65