Electrical/Electronics Technology
Curriculum Description
The Electrical/Electronics Technology curriculum is designed to provide training for persons interested in the installation and maintenance of electrical/electronic systems found in residential, commercial and industrial facilities.
Course work, most of which is hands-on, will include such topics as AC/DC theory, basic wiring practices, electronics, 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/electronics field as an on-the-job trainee or apprentice assisting in the layout, installation and maintenance of electrical/electronic systems.
The following represents one way in which the program of study can be completed. Students who aren’t able to follow this plan should consult their academic advisor to be sure that they take courses in the best order for their success.
Diploma
D35220
NC CIP: 46.0302
Day
POS Approved: Fall 2012
Fall Semester
| Course | Course Title | Class Hours | Lab/Shop Hours | Clinical/WBL Hours | Credit Hours |
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| BPR 130 | Blueprint Reading/Const | 1 | 2 | 0 | 2 |
| ELC 112 | DC/AC Electricity NEW REQUISITE | 3 | 6 | 0 | 5 |
| ELC 113 | Basic Wiring I NEW REQUISITE | 2 | 6 | 0 | 4 |
| ISC 115 | Construction Safety NEW REQUISITE | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
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| Applied Mathematics I | (2) | (2) | (0) | (3) | |
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| Mathematical Models | 2 | 2 | 0 | 3 | |
| Total: | 10 | 16 | 0 | 16 | |
Spring Semester
| Course | Course Title | Class Hours | Lab/Shop Hours | Clinical/WBL Hours | Credit Hours |
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| ELC 114 | Basic Wiring II | 2 | 6 | 0 | 4 |
| ELC 117 | Motors and Controls | 2 | 6 | 0 | 4 |
| ELC 118 | National Electrical Code | 1 | 2 | 0 | 2 |
| ISC 112 | Industrial Safety | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
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| Applied Communications I | (3) | (0) | (0) | (3) | |
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| Expository Writing | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | |
| Total: | 10 | 14 | 0 | 15 | |
Summer Term
| Course | Course Title | Class Hours | Lab/Shop Hours | Clinical/WBL Hours | Credit Hours |
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| ELC 115 | Industrial Wiring | 2 | 6 | 0 | 4 |
| ELC 233 | Energy Management | 2 | 2 | 0 | 3 |
| Total: | 4 | 8 | 0 | 7 |
Total Credit Hours: 38
Additional Information
Cooperative education work experience courses may be available for this program.
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