Electrical Construction Trades Diploma

Semester 1

• MAT 772 - Applied Math Credits: 3
• CON 336 - Care/Use of Hand/Power Tools Credits: 1
• CON 337 - Construction Blueprint Reading Credits: 1
• ELT 303 - Principles of Electricity Credits: 3
• ELT 147 - NEC Residential Credits: 3
• ELT 148 - NEC Residential Lab Credits: 3

Semester 2

• ELT 172 - NEC Commercial/Industrial Credits: 3
• ELT 173 - NEC Commercial/Industrial Lab Credits: 4
• ELT 131 - Motor Controls Credits: 3
• MAT 773 - Applied Math II Credits: 3
• COM 703 - Communication Skills Credits: 3

Semester 3

• ELT 217 - Advanced Motor Controls Credits: 3
• ELT 178 - Electrical Grounding Credits: 2
• ELT 123 - Programmable Controllers Credits: 3
• MGT 145 - Human Relations in Business Credits: 3

Total Credits Required to Complete the Diploma - 41

Fixed Costs

Tuition……………………………………………………………………………………..$147.00 per credit

The costs for each program are estimates and subject to change.

Varied Costs

Approximate total for the program: $7,502*

* Program entry requirements are not included in the total approximate cost.

What Kind of Work Will You Do?

• Install, connect, test and maintain electrical systems for a variety of purposes, including climate control and security.
• Work with blueprints to install electrical systems in factories, office buildings, homes and other structures.
• Follow the National Electrical Code and comply with state and local building codes.
• Perform facilities maintenance and upgrades.
• Use digital electronic equipment including PLCs.
• Troubleshoot and repair electrical motor controls and electrical equipment.

What Skills and Abilities Will You Need?

• Self-motivation.
• Read and understand blueprints.
• Analyze a job, decide what to do, how to do it and what materials and tools to use.
• Skillfully use many kinds of hand and power tools.
• Work is sometimes strenuous. Must have the ability to climb, stoop, grasp and crouch while working.
• Work above the ground without fear.
• Have good eye-hand coordination.
• Talk about and demonstrate electrical construction trades skills and knowledge.
• Punctuality, responsibility and willingness to work with others.
• Stand for long periods of time.

What Else Should I Consider about this Program or Career Choice?

• Must follow strict safety procedures.
• May have to travel great distances to jobsites.
• As the population and economy grow, more electricians will be needed to install and maintain electrical devices and wiring in homes, factories, offices and other structures.
• Anticipated average starting salary $42,120 (2013-2014 Placement Report).

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