Technical Diploma
This program is designed to prepare students to work as an Electrician. Electricians install electrical systems in structures; they install wiring and other electrical components, such as circuit breaker panels, switches, and light fixtures, and they follow blueprints, the National Electrical Code® and state and local codes. This program covers four levels of training based on curriculum developed by the National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER). To prepare trainees for a career in the electrical field, NCCER offers a comprehensive, 4-level Electrical curriculum that complies with DOL time-based standards for apprenticeship. Students who successfully complete the program will be nationally certified by NCCER.
A career and technical certificate (CTC) may be earned in the first semester and a certificate of technical studies (CTS) may be earned in the second semester; a technical diploma may be earned upon completion of all technical courses. Students also have the option to complete the Technical Studies Associate of Applied Science with a concentration in Electrical by completing General Education courses in addition to the technical courses.
- Complete the program of study outlined below.
- Earn a “C” or better in all courses required for the completion of the program.
Program Outcomes
- Apply electrical theory and tools in residential and construction environments.
- Integrate various electrical devices to construct electrical systems.
- Employ electrical calculations to size and troubleshoot electrical systems.
- Demonstrate knowledge of the National Electrical Code and its application to various industries.
- Demonstrate proper safety, use, maintenance, and storage of electrical equipment.
| Course Code | Course Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| CORE 1003 | Introduction to Craft Skills | 3 |
| ELEC 1119 | Electrical Level 1 | 9 |
| ELEC 1216 | Electrical Level 2 Part 1 | 6 |
Semester Total: 18
| Course Code | Course Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| ELEC 1226 | Electrical Level 2 Part 2 | 6 |
| ELEC 1316 | Electrical Level 3 Part 1 | 6 |
| ELEC 1326 | Electrical Level 3 Part 2 | 6 |
Semester Total: 18
| Course Code | Course Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| ELEC 1419 | Electrical Level 4 | 9 |
Semester Total: 9
Total Program Credit Hours: 45
Electrical Credentials Available
| Course Code | Course Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| CORE 1003 | Introduction to Craft Skills | 3 |
| ELEC 1119 | Electrical Level 1 | 9 |
CTC, NCCER Electrical Level 1: 12
| Course Code | Course Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| CORE 1003 | Introduction to Craft Skills | 3 |
| ELEC 1119 | Electrical Level 1 | 9 |
| ELEC 1216 | Electrical Level 2 Part 1 | 6 |
| ELEC 1226 | Electrical Level 2 Part 2 | 6 |
CTS, NCCER Electrical Level 2 (Level 1 and Level 2 courses): 24
| Course Code | Course Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| CORE 1003 | Introduction to Craft Skills | 3 |
| ELEC 1119 | Electrical Level 1 | 9 |
| ELEC 1216 | Electrical Level 2 Part 1 | 6 |
| ELEC 1226 | Electrical Level 2 Part 2 | 6 |
| ELEC 1316 | Electrical Level 3 Part 1 | 6 |
| ELEC 1326 | Electrical Level 3 Part 2 | 6 |
| ELEC 1419 | Electrical Level 4 | 9 |
TD: Electrical Level 4 (Level 1, Level 2, Level 3, and Level 4 courses): 45
Students interested in pursuing the Technical Studies Associate of Applied Science degree with a concentration in Electrical, please contact the Technical Education Division at 225-216-8367 for more information.