Electrical Technology (ELTE)

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Courses

ELTE 110   AC/DC Circuits* (4 Hours)

Prerequisites : Department approval.

This is an introductory course that addresses the basics of Direct Current (DC) and Alternating Current (AC) circuits. The lab component to this course will expand on concepts taught in lecture by incorporating hands-on projects using common components found in the electrical industry. Students will gain experience in the process of reading and troubleshooting schematic drawings using electrical measuring equipment.

ELTE 115   Print Reading* (2 Hours)

Prerequisites : Department approval.

This course addresses the fundamentals of interpreting construction drawings. Students learn to read specification manuals and prints as applied to electrical installations in residential, commercial and industrial buildings.

ELTE 122   National Electrical Code I* (4 Hours)

Prerequisites or corequisites: ELTE 110.

This is an introductory course on the use and interpretation of the current National Electrical Code (NEC), chapters 1-4. Students will learn the purpose and history of the code; develop a working knowledge of the code requirements for wiring, protection, materials and equipment; and be able to discern between wiring methods used in different occupancies.

ELTE 125   Residential Wiring* (4 Hours)

Prerequisites or corequisites: ELTE 110 and ELTE 115.

This course covers residential wiring methods that include practical application and hands-on experience in implementing the code requirements. Installation rules and circuit designs for switches, receptacles, luminaires and appliances will also be discussed. The student will explore necessary skills to install electrical systems in a residential occupancy, meeting the minimum requirements as set forth in the current National Electrical Code (NEC).

ELTE 150   Solar Electric Systems* (4 Hours)

Prerequisites : ELTE 125.

Solar Electric Systems presents the key components of photovoltaic (PV) conversion systems to produce electricity from sunlight. Solar module types and properties, balance of system components, stand-alone and utility interface, energy management and economics for a variety of PV applications are studied.

ELTE 175   Low Voltage Wiring* (3 Hours)

Prerequisites or corequisites: ELTE 200.

This course covers the basic theory, installation standards and code requirements for various low voltage systems and their connecting devices. Discussion of closed circuit television, security, telephone, fire alarm, computer networking and wireless systems will be incorporated with hands-on experience installing and terminating conductors and cables in a lab environment.

ELTE 200   Commercial Wiring* (4 Hours)

Prerequisites : ELTE 110 and ELTE 115.

This course covers commercial wiring methods that include practical application and hands-on experience in implementing the code requirements. Conduit hand bending techniques, conductor sizing and various wiring methods will also be discussed. The student will explore necessary skills to install electrical systems in a commercial occupancy, meeting the minimum requirements as set forth in the current National Electrical Code (NEC). 3 hrs. lecture/wk,

ELTE 202   Electrical Estimating* (3 Hours)

Prerequisites : ELTE 115.

This course covers the process of estimating the cost of an electrical design. Students will learn to develop an electrical estimate for a residential and commercial design. Emphasis will be placed on compiling a take-off list of materials from blueprints, determining material and labor cost, writing bid proposals and creating change orders.

ELTE 222   National Electrical Code II* (4 Hours)

Prerequisites : ELTE 122.

This course is a continuation of the National Electrical Code I course on the use and interpretation of the current National Electrical Code (NEC), chapters 5-9. Students will develop a working knowledge of the code requirements for special occupancies, special equipment, special conditions and communication systems, and be able to use the NEC tables to size conduit raceways.

ELTE 223   Electrical Certification Review* (1 Hour)

Prerequisites or corequisites: ELTE 222.

This course covers the process and requirements for becoming a certified licensed electrician. License levels and permitting, state and local requirements, and best practices for being successful on a licensing examination will be covered.

ELTE 225   Industrial Wiring I* (3 Hours)

Prerequisites : ELTE 200.

This is an introductory course that covers industrial wiring methods that include practical application and hands-on experience in implementing the code requirements. Transformer installation, power distribution and various wiring methods will also be discussed. The student will explore necessary skills to install electrical systems in an industrial occupancy, meeting the minimum requirements as set forth in the current National Electrical Code (NEC).

ELTE 250   Industrial Wiring II* (3 Hours)

Prerequisites : ELTE 225.

This course is a continuation of industrial wiring methods that include practical application and hands-on experience in implementing the code requirements. Motor installation and control, generator installation and various wiring methods will also be discussed. The student will explore necessary skills to install electrical systems in an industrial occupancy, meeting the minimum requirements as set forth in the current National Electrical Code (NEC).

ELTE 271   Electrical Internship* (3 Hours)

Prerequisites : Department approval.

The internship will provide advanced students the opportunity to apply classroom knowledge with on-the-job experience under the supervision of professionals in the industry. The work will be developed cooperatively with area employers, college staff and each student to provide a variety of actual job experiences directly related to the student's career goals. Minimum 15 hrs. on-the-job training/wk.