Wiring Theory and Techniques (Industrial)
Industrial building wiring, blueprint reading, transformer connections, 鈥渉igh-voltage鈥� installations, motor circuit theory and lighting designs are covered, as well as interpretations of plans, transformer connections, 鈥渉ighvoltage鈥� installations, motor circuit theory, and lighting designs and applications. (Prerequisites: ETEC123L or Permission of Instructor)
Photovoltaics
This course introduces the principles of photovoltaics; including the basics of safety, the electrical basics of solar PV systems, and how modules are designed and combined with other system components. Participants will learn how to decide upon the size, electrical and mechanical design of a PV system, as well as how to analyze and troubleshoot […]
Introduction to Electrical Estimating and Design
This course uses computer-aided programs. The following topics will be covered: introduction to estimating concepts, computer-aided electrical estimating, and developing an estimate using an electrical blueprint.
NEC III
National Electrical Code III covers the proper sizing of protection for electric motor, air conditioning, and transformer equipment installations. Students will also learn the requirements for hazardous locations, swimming pools, renewable energy and stand by power generation systems. Students will also conduct calculations and locating rules and regulations in the code. (Prerequisite: ETEC142L or Permission […]
NEC II
National Electrical Code II covers general requirements for wiring methods and materials used in electrical installations, such as conductor selection and rating and electrical box selection and sizing. This course also covers the uses permitted and uses not permitted for all cable and raceway based wiring methods recognized by the Code. Students will also learn […]
NEC I
National Electrical Cole I introduces the student to the structure, interpretation, enforcement, and compliance with NFPA 70, the code to which all electrical installations shall conform. Students will learn the scope of the document and common definitions of terms used, basic requirements for all electrical installations, proper sizing and wiring of branch circuits, and sizing […]
Rotating Machinery
This course covers the concepts of rotating electrical machinery beginning with magnetism and induction, conductor thrust and torque, and then progresses to motor basics such as nameplates, mechanical design, troubleshooting and protection. Each major classification of electric motor design and operation is studied in detail in the classroom and proven in the laboratory environment. (Prerequisite: […]
Fundamentals of Electrical Controls
Industrial motor control fundamentals are covered, as well as the basic theory of magnetic controls, control components, pilot devices, control circuit diagrams and troubleshooting. (Prerequisite: ETEC124L or Permission of Instructor)
Residential Wiring and Electrical Blueprint Reading Lab
This course covers the lab portion of electrical circuit analysis techniques used in residential wiring and reading electrical blueprints. The following topics will be covered: safety in the lab, proper use of tools, soldering and splicing techniques, single pole switching, duplex receptacle wiring, 3-way switching, 4-way switching, GFCI and AFCI wiring, BX, AC, and MC […]
Residential Wiring and Electrical Blueprint Reading
This course covers electrical theory, circuit analysis, techniques used in residential wiring, and reading electrical blueprints. The following topics will be covered: electrical safety, tools of the trade, blueprint reading, branch circuit calculations, load calculations, wiring devices, GFCI and AFCI, lighting circuits, types of luminaire, installation of ranges and dryers, hot water tanks, and residential […]
AC/DC Theory
This course is designed to introduce concepts of electricity involving the behavior of both direct and alternating current circuits.
Wiring Theory and Techniques (Commercial)
This course covers commercial building wiring, blueprint reading, branch circuit installations, and service entrance installations based on the National Electrical Code. The following topics will be covered: interpretation of plans, branch circuit installations, feeder installations and calculations, service entrance calculations and installations, and low-voltage installations. (Prerequisite: ETEC126L or Permission of Instructor)