General Technology - Electrician - Industrial and Construction

General Technology - Electrician-Industrial and Construction

Associate in Applied Science in General Technology

Electrician: Industrial and Construction Career Path

61-62 Credit Hours

The General Technology major allows students to select course work necessary to become multiskilled technicians. In addition to completing the college’s core curriculum, students also complete course work in at least two technical areas. The following is an example of a career path available. The secondary paths may be substituted for courses in other programs’ primary path. Interested students should talk with their advisors.

This career path prepares students for employment in the electrical construction and maintenance electrician trades. Emphasis is placed on electrical/ electronic theory, electrical equipment (motors, transformers, motor control and drive systems, programmable controllers, etc.), wiring techniques in accordance with the National Electric Code, and troubleshooting.

Students can earn only one General Technology degree in a single career path.

General Education Core Requirements

MAT 170	Algebra, Geometry and Trigonometry I	3
Lec: 3 Lab: 0 Credit:3 This course includes elementary algebra, geometry, trigonometry and applications.Learn More

REQ GEN

Select from General Education

REQ COM

Select from Communication

REQ HUM

Select from Humanities

REQ SSC

Select from Behavioral/Social Sciences

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Primary Technical Specialty Requirements

EEM 113	DC Circuits I	2
Lec: 1 Lab: 3 Credit:2 This course is an introduction to the study of atomic theory related to electronics and circuit theory. It covers electrical parameters and units, Ohm’s Law, Kirchhoff’s voltage and current laws, power and energy. It also includes complex circuits and DC instruments. Students will construct and test circuits.Learn More Prerequisites RWR 100 and MAT 170 or appropriate test scores

EEM 114	DC Circuits II	2
Lec: 1 Lab: 3 Credit:2 This course is a continuation of the study of atomic theory related to more complex electronics and circuit theory. It includes advanced electrical parameters and units, Ohm’s Law applications, additional Kirchhoff’s voltage and current laws, along with new power and energy applications. Topics also include complex circuits and DC instruments. Students will construct and test circuits.Learn More Prerequisites EEM 113

EEM 119	AC Circuits I	2
Lec: 1 Lab: 3 Credit:2 This course is an introduction to the study of the characteristics of alternating current and voltage in resistors, capacitors and inductors. It includes study of series, parallel and complex circuits. Students will construct and test circuits.Learn More Prerequisites EEM 114

EEM 120	AC Circuits II	2
Lec: 1 Lab: 3 Credit:2 This course is a continuation of the study of the characteristics of alternating current and voltage in resistors, capacitors and inductors in more complex applications. New series, parallel and complex circuits are covered with emphasis on hands-on construction. Students will construct and test circuits.Learn More Prerequisites EEM 119

EEM 129	Solid State Devices I	2
Lec: 1.5 Lab: 1.5 Credit:2 This course is an introduction to the study of semiconductor theory and common solid state devices. Students will construct and test circuits.Learn More Prerequisites EEM 120

EEM 130	Solid State Devices II	2
Lec: 1.5 Lab: 1.5 Credit:2 This course is a continuation of the study of semiconductor theory and common solid state devices with new and more complex applications. Students will construct and test circuits.Learn More Prerequisites EEM 129

EEM 138	National Electrical Code I	2
Lec: 1 Lab: 3 Credit:2 This course is an introduction to the study of the National Electrical Code and is based on the latest codes as published by the National Fire and Protection Association (NFPA).Learn More Prerequisites EEM 164 and EEM 168 and EEM 174

EEM 139	National Electrical Code II	2
Lec: 1 Lab: 3 Credit:2 This course is a continuation of the study of the National Electrical Code. Students will be required to identify violations of the Code in working applications and will demonstrate a working knowledge of the latest codes. Topics are based on the latest codes as published by the National Fire and Protection Association (NFPA).Learn More Prerequisites EEM 138

EEM 167	Commercial-Industrial Wiring I	2
Lec: 1.5 Lab: 1.5 Credit:2 This course is an introduction to the study of wiring methods and practices in commercial and industrial applications.Learn More Prerequisites RWR 100 and MAT 033 and EEM 173 or EEM 174

EEM 168	Commercial-Industrial Wiring II	2
Lec: 1.5 Lab: 1.5 Credit:2 This course is a continuation of the study of advanced wiring methods and more complex practices in commercial and industrial applications.Learn More Prerequisites EEM 167

EEM 218	AC DC Machines with Electrical Codes I	2
Lec: 1.5 Lab: 1.5 Credit:2 This course is an introduction to the study of AC and DC machines to include operational theory, applications and construction. Relevant sections of the National Electrical Code will also be covered.Learn More Prerequisites EEM 120 or EET 113

EEM 219	AC DC Machines with Electrical Codes II	2
Lec: 1.5 Lab: 1.5 Credit:2 This course is a continuation of the study of AC and DC machines to include complex and in-depth construction and application of operational theory. Relevant sections of the National Electrical Code will also be covered.Learn More Prerequisites EEM 218

EEM 251	Programmable Controllers	3
Lec: 2 Lab: 3 Credit:3 This course introduces programmable control systems with emphasis on basic programming techniques. A variety of input/output devices and their applications are covered.Learn More Prerequisites EET 113 or EEM 120 and EEM 107 or EGR 110

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Secondary Technical Specialty Requirements

EEM 105	Basic Electricity	2
Lec: 2 Lab: 0 Credit:2 This course is a survey of basic electrical principals, circuits, and measurements.Learn More Prerequisites MAT 033

EEM 163	Residential Wiring I	2
Lec: 1.5 Lab: 1.5 Credit:2 This course is an introduction to the study of wiring methods and practices used in residential applications.Learn More Prerequisites RWR 032 and MAT 033 or appropriate test scores

EEM 164	Residential Wiring II	2
Lec: 1.5 Lab: 1.5 Credit:2 This course is a study of advanced wiring methods and practices used in residential applications.Learn More Prerequisites EEM 163

EEM 173	Electrical Installation I	2
Lec: 1.5 Lab: 1.5 Credit:2 This course is an introduction to the study of electrical wiring techniques commonly used in commercial, industrial and residential applications. Emphasis will be placed on compliance with the National Electrical Code.Learn More Prerequisites RWR 032 and MAT 033 or appropriate test scores

EEM 174	Electrical Installation II	2
Lec: 1.5 Lab: 1.5 Credit:2 This course is the study of advanced electrical wiring techniques commonly used in more complex commercial, industrial and residential applications. Emphasis will be placed on compliance with the National Electrical Code.Learn More Prerequisites EEM 173

EEM 221	DC AC Drives	3
Lec: 2 Lab: 3 Credit:3 This course covers the principles of operation and application of DC drives and AC drives.Learn More Prerequisites EEM 114 or

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Additional Requirements

EEM 107	Industrial Computer Techniques	2
Lec: 2 Lab: 0 Credit:2 This course is an introduction to microcomputers. Topics include definitions of computer types, hardware and software structure, movement of data, and applications of microcomputers. Emphasis will be placed on industry-standard software for the electrical and automated technologies industry.Learn More
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EGR 110	Introduction to Computer Environment	3
Lec: 2 Lab: 3 Credit:3 This course provides an overview of computer hardware, available software, operating systems and applications.Learn More Prerequisites MAT 033 or appropriate placement

EEM 151	Motor Controls I	4
Lec: 2 Lab: 6 Credit:4 This course is an introduction to motor controls, including a study of the various control devices and wiring used in industrial processes.Learn More Prerequisites EEM 219 or

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Admission into this program requires proof of high school graduation (or GED) and qualifying placement levels.