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Electrical Systems Technology - ES12 (NO LONGER ACCEPTING NEW STUDENTS EFFECTIVE SPRING 2019) Diploma
The Electrical Systems Technology Diploma program provides instruction in the inspection, maintenance, installation, and repair of electrical systems in the residential, commercial, and industrial industries. A combination of theory and practical application is emphasized to develop academic, technical, and professional knowledge and skills. Program graduates receive a diploma in Electrical Systems Technology with a specialization in residential or industrial applications.
Requirements:
- Submit a completed application and application fee
- Be at least 16 years of age
- Submit official high school transcript or High School Equivalency transcript or college transcripts showing successful completion of 60+ semester credits or 72+ quarter credits
- Submit official college transcripts, if applicable
- Present acceptable ACCUPLACER, ACT, ASSET, COMPASS, PSAT, or SAT scores or GED score of 145 or higher or have one of the following: an associate degree or higher or have a HOPE GPA of 2.6 after the completion of 10th grade. Documentation on a college transcript of successful completion of appropriate courses from a regionally accredited college or university may be accepted in lieu of test scores.
Additional Information:
- Upon graduation from this diploma, students can apply the occupational courses to the Associate of Applied Science in Technical Studies degree.
| General Core Courses | 8 |
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| ENGL 1010Fundamentals of English I
Weekly Contact Hours: Lecture - 3 Lab 2 - 0 Lab 3 - 0 Pre-requisite(s): Diploma Level Reading and Writing Scores OR READ 0090 and/or ENGL 0090 w/ a “C” or better Co-requisite(s): None Emphasizes the development and improvement of written and oral communication abilities. Topics include analysis of writing, applied grammar and writing skills, editing and proofreading skills, research skills, and oral communication skills. |
3 |
| MATH 1012Foundations of Mathematics
Weekly Contact Hours: Lecture - 3 Lab 2 - 0 Lab 3 - 0 Pre-requisite(s): Diploma Level Math Scores or MATH 0090 w/ a “C” or better Co-requisite(s): None Emphasizes the application of basic mathematical skills used in the solution of occupational and technical problems. Topics include fractions, decimals, percents, ratios and proportions, measurement and conversion, geometric concepts, technical applications, and basic statistics. |
3 |
| EMPL 1000Interpersonal Relations & Professional Development
Weekly Contact Hours: Lecture - 2 Lab 2 - 0 Lab 3 - 0 Pre-requisite(s): None Co-requisite(s): None Emphasizes human relations and professional development in today's rapidly changing world that prepares students for living and working in a complex society. Topics include human relations skills, job acquisition skills and communication, job retention skills, job advancement skills, and professional image skills. |
2 |
| Occupational Courses | 19 |
|---|---|
| IDFC 1007Industrial Safety Procedures
Weekly Contact Hours: Lecture - 1 Lab 2 - 2 Lab 3 - 0 Pre-requisite(s): None Co-requisite(s): None Provides an in-depth study of the health and safety practices required for maintenance of industrial, commercial, and home electrically operated equipment. Topics include: introduction to OSHA regulations; safety tools, equipment, and procedures; and first aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation. |
2 |
| ELTR 1060Electrical Prints, Schematics, and Symbols
Weekly Contact Hours: Lecture - 1 Lab 2 - 2 Lab 3 - 0 Pre-requisite(s): None Co-requisite(s): None Introduces electrical symbols and their use in construction blueprints, electrical schematics, and diagrams. Topics include: electrical symbols, component identification, print reading and scales and measurement. |
2 |
| ELTR 1080Commercial Wiring I
Weekly Contact Hours: Lecture - 4 Lab 2 - 2 Lab 3 - 0 Pre-requisite(s): None Co-requisite(s): None This course introduces commercial wiring practices and procedures. Topics include: industrial safety procedures, the National Electrical Code, commercial load calculations, three-phase power systems, and fundamentals of AC motor control. |
5 |
| ELTR 1180Electrical Controls
Weekly Contact Hours: Lecture - 2 Lab 2 - 4 Lab 3 - 0 Pre-requisite(s): None Co-requisite(s): None Introduces line and low voltage switching circuits, manual and automatic controls and devices, and circuits. Emphasis will be placed on switching circuits, manual and automatic controls and devices, line and low voltage switching circuits, and operation, application and ladder diagrams. Topics include: ladder and wire diagrams, switching circuits, manual controls and devices, automatic controls and devices, and application and operation of controllers and controls, and variable speed controls. |
4 |
| ELTR 1090Commercial Wiring II
Weekly Contact Hours: Lecture - 1 Lab 2 - 4 Lab 3 - 0 Pre-requisite(s): None Co-requisite(s): None This course is a continuation of the study in commercial wiring practices and procedures. Topics include: conduit installation and system design concepts. |
3 |
| XXXX xxxx Occupational Elective (3 Hours) | 3 |
| Circuit Analysis - Choose One of the Below Options (5-6 Hours) | 5 |
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| IDSY 1100Basic Circuit Analysis
Weekly Contact Hours: Lecture - 3 Lab 2 - 0 Lab 3 - 6 Pre-requisite(s): None Co-requisite(s): MATH 1012 or MATH 1013 This course introduces direct current concepts and applications, alternating current theory and application of varying sine wave voltages and current, and the physical characteristics and applications of solid state devices. Topics include, but are not limited to, electrical laws and principles, magnetism, series, parallel, and simple combination circuits, inductance and capacitance, diodes and amplifiers, and semiconductor fundamentals. |
5 |
| Direct Current I - Choose One of the Following (3 Hours) | 3 |
| ELTR 1010Direct Current Fundamentals
Weekly Contact Hours: Lecture - 2 Lab 2 - 2 Lab 3 - 0 Pre-requisite(s): None Co-requisite(s): None Introduces direct current (DC) concepts and applications. Topics include: electrical principles and laws; batteries; DC test equipment; series, parallel, and simple combination circuits; and laboratory procedures and safety practices. |
3 |
| IDFC 1011Direct Current I
Weekly Contact Hours: Lecture - 2 Lab 2 - 2 Lab 3 - 0 Pre-requisite(s): None Co-requisite(s): MATH 1012 or MATH 1013 Introduces direct current (DC) concepts and applications. Topics include: electrical principles and laws; batteries; DC test equipment; series, parallel, and simple combination circuits; and laboratory procedures and safety practices. |
3 |
| IDSY 1101DC Circuit Analysis
Weekly Contact Hours: Lecture - 2 Lab 2 - 2 Lab 3 - 0 Pre-requisite(s): None Co-requisite(s): None This course introduces direct current (DC) concepts and applications. Topics include: electrical principles and laws; batteries; DC test equipment; Series, parallel, and simple combination circuits; and laboratory procedures and safety practices. |
3 |
| Alternating Current I - Choose One of the Following (3 Hours) | 3 |
| ELTR 1020Alternating Current Fundamentals
Weekly Contact Hours: Lecture - 2 Lab 2 - 2 Lab 3 - 0 Pre-requisite(s): None Co-requisite(s): None Introduces the theory and application of varying sine wave voltages and current. Topics include: magnetism, AC wave generation, AC test equipment, inductance, capacitance, and basic transformers. |
3 |
| IDFC 1012Alternating Current I
Weekly Contact Hours: Lecture - 2 Lab 2 - 2 Lab 3 - 0 Pre-requisite(s): None Co-requisite(s): IDFC 1011 Introduces the theory and application of varying sine wave voltages and current. Topics include: magnetism, AC wave generation, AC test equipment, inductance, capacitance, and basic transformers. |
3 |
| IDSY 1105AC Circuit Analysis
Weekly Contact Hours: Lecture - 2 Lab 2 - 2 Lab 3 - 0 Pre-requisite(s): None Co-requisite(s): None This course introduces alternating current concepts, theory, and application of varying sine wave voltages and current, and the physical characteristics and applications of solid state devices. Topics include, but are not limited to, electrical laws and principles, magnetism, inductance and capacitance. |
3 |
| Specializations – Choose One of the Following (10 Hours) | 10 |
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| 8EC2 - Electrical Construction and Maintenance Specialization (10 Hours) | 10 |
| ELTR 1205Residential Wiring I
Weekly Contact Hours: Lecture - 2 Lab 2 - 2 Lab 3 - 0 Pre-requisite(s): None Co-requisite(s): None Introduces residential wiring practices and procedures. Topics include: print reading, National Electrical Code, wiring materials and methods, and control of luminaries and receptacle installation. |
3 |
| ELTR 1210Residential Wiring II
Weekly Contact Hours: Lecture - 2 Lab 2 - 2 Lab 3 - 0 Pre-requisite(s): None Co-requisite(s): ELTR 1205 Provides additional instruction on wiring practices in accordance with the National Electrical Code. Topics include: single and multi-family load calculations, single and multi-family service installations, sub-panels and feeders, and specialty circuits. |
3 |
| XXXX xxxx Occupational Elective (4 Hours) | 4 |
| 8I12 - Industrial Electrical Technology Specialization (10 Hours) | 10 |
| ELTR 1250Diagnostic Troubleshooting
Weekly Contact Hours: Lecture - 1 Lab 2 - 0 Lab 3 - 3 Pre-requisite(s): ELTR 1180 Co-requisite(s): None Introduces diagnostic techniques related to electrical malfunctions. Special attention is given to use of safety precautions during troubleshooting. Topics include: problem diagnosis, advanced schematics, and sequential troubleshooting procedures. |
2 |
| ELTR 1270N.E.C. Industrial Wiring Applications
Weekly Contact Hours: Lecture - 2 Lab 2 - 4 Lab 3 - 0 Pre-requisite(s): None Co-requisite(s): None Provides instruction in industrial wiring applications of the National Electrical Code. Topics include: rigid/IMC conduit installation, EMT conduit installation, busways installation, cable tray/wireway installation, and equipment installation (600 volts or less). |
4 |
| Industrial PLC's - Choose One of the Following (4 Hours) | 4 |
| ELTR 1220Industrial PLC's
Weekly Contact Hours: Lecture - 3 Lab 2 - 0 Lab 3 - 3 Pre-requisite(s): ELTR 1110, ELTR 1180 Co-requisite(s): None Introduces operational theory, systems terminology, PLC installations, and programming procedures for programmable logic controls. Emphasis is placed on pic programming, connections, installations, and start-up procedures. Topics include: PLC hardware and software, PLC functions and terminology, introductory numbering systems, PLC installation and set up, PLC programming basics, relay logic instructions, timers and counters, connecting field devices to I/O cards, and PLC safety procedures. |
4 |
| IDSY 1120Basic Industrial PLC's
Weekly Contact Hours: Lecture - 1 Lab 2 - 4 Lab 3 - 3 Pre-requisite(s): None Co-requisite(s): None This course introduces the operational theory, systems terminology, PLC installation, and programming procedures for Programmable Logic Controllers. Emphasis is placed on PLC programming, connections, installation, and start-up procedures. Other topics include timers and counters, relay logic instructions, and hardware and software applications. |
4 |
Faculty
Industrial Systems Technology Instructor
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Technical & Industrial
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Industrial/Electrical Systems
- Mechatronics Specialist - AM11
- Basic Mechatronics Technician - BM51
- Electrical Maintenance Technician - EM81
- Electrical Systems Technology - ES12 (NO LONGER ACCEPTING NEW STUDENTS EFFECTIVE SPRING 2019)
- Electrical Technician - ET51
- Industrial Systems Technology - IST4
- Basic Mechatronics Specialist- MS41
- Mechatronics Technology - MT23 (Effective Spring 2019)
- Basic Electricity Technician - BE31
- Industrial Electrician - IE41
- Industrial Electrical Assistant - IE21
- Commercial Electrical Construction Technology - CEC2
- Commercial Electrical Construction Technology - CEC3
- Programmable Control Technician - PC81
- Residential Wiring Technician - RW21
- Industrial Fluid Power Technician - IF11
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Industrial/Electrical Systems
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