Electrician - Construction

Certificate in Applied Science

18 Credit Hours

The Electrician: Construction certificate program prepares you for employment in the electrical construction trade. Emphasis is placed on electrical theory, wiring techniques, electrical equipment installations and license preparation in accordance with the latest edition of the National Electrical Code.

Major 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 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 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 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 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

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Admission Requirements

Students who are at least 18 years old and have acceptable scores from the SAT, ACT or placement test can be admitted into this program without a high school diploma or GED.