Electrical Engineering Technology Degree and Certificate
Award
Associate in Applied Science Degree
Length
Four-Semester (Two-Year) Program
Purpose
The growth of electrical manufacturing industries, electrical utility companies and industries which consume large quantities of electrical energy in Virginia and the Southeastern section of the United States has established a continuing demand for electrical technicians. The Electrical Engineering Technology program has been designed to produce trained and skilled persons ready for full-time employment as technicians who can function as installation and maintenance persons, and as liaisons between engineering and electrical maintenance and assembly personnel.
Occupational Objectives
- Electrical Power-Line Installer and Repairer
- Electrical and Electronics Installer and Repairer
- Electrical and Electronics Engineering Technician
- Electrical Technician
- Maintenance Repair Worker
- Power Generating Plant Operator
- Power Plant Operator
- Power Plant Technician
- Power Distribution Technician
- Service Technician
Admission Requirements
Entry into most curriculum courses in Electrical Engineering Technology require that students be eligible for MTH 115.
Program Requirements
The Electrical Technology program has been designed to emphasize practical applications of the theory of AC and DC electricity. Courses in specialized areas concentrate on the generation and distribution of electric power as well as the theory of rotating electromechanical equipment. Approximately 50 percent of the course work is in the specialized area of Electrical Engineering Technology and approximately 25 percent in supporting or related courses. The remainder of the program is composed of general education courses. Upon satisfactory completion of the four-semester program, the graduate will be awarded an Associate in Applied Science degree in Electrical Engineering Technology. All students must complete the requirements for the common core courses before entering the second year.
The rapid rate of change in current technologies requires that course content in technical areas reflect this change. Therefore, courses completed and submitted for acceptance toward an Associate in Applied Science degree in this program should have been completed no longer than seven years prior to graduation. Courses completed more than seven years prior to graduation must be evaluated by the department for content agreeable to current academic and technological standards. Students who plan to transfer to a four-year college after completing A.A.S. degree requirements should inform their academic advisors at the beginning of studies to determine the appropriate courses to meet transfer requirements.
Advanced Placement
Students who have completed a two-year high school electrical or electronics program or students who have completed electrical courses and have occupational experience may qualify for advanced placement. Proficiency tests will be administered, upon request, to determine placement level and the amount of credit to be awarded.
Program Courses
First Semester (Fall)
| Catalog | Course Name | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ITE 115 | Introduction to Computer Applications & Concepts | 3 |
| ENG 111 | College Composition I (or ENG 115) | 3 |
| ETR 113 | DC & AC Fundamentals I | 3 |
| MTH 115 | Technical Mathematics I (or MTH 163) | 3 |
| SAF 126 | Principles of Industrial Safety | 3 |
| SDV 100 | College Success Skills | 1 |
| 16 |
Second Semester (Spring)
| Catalog | Course Name | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ELE 149 | Wiring Methods in Industry | 3 |
| ETR 114 | DC & AC Fundamentals II | 3 |
| ETR 167 | Logic Circuits & Systems I | 3 |
| ETR 203 | Electronic Devices I | 3 |
| PHY 131 | Applied Physics I | 3 |
| __ __ | Health or Physical Education | 1 |
| 16 |
Third Semester (Fall)
| Catalog | Course Name | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ELE 127 | Residential Wiring Methods | 2 |
| ELE 211 | Electrical Machines I | 4 |
| ELE 233 | PLC System I | 4 |
| MEC155 | Mechanisms | 2 |
| CAD 231 | Computer Aided Drafting | 2 |
| __ __ | Social Science Elective1 | 3 |
| 17 |
Fourth Semester (Spring)
| Catalog | Course Name | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ELE 138 | National Electrical Code Review I | 2 |
| ELE 212 | Electrical Machines II | 4 |
| ETR 249 | Electrical Control Systems | 4 |
| CST 137 | Oral Interpretation (or CST 100 & Humanities/Fine Arts2) | 3 |
| ELE 298 | Seminar & Project | 1 |
| __ __ | Social Science Elective1 | 3 |
| 17 | ||
| Total Minimum Credits | 66 |
Footnote:
1 Students may choose from college approved Social Science electives on catalog page 58.
2Students may choose from college approved Humanities/Fine Arts electives on catalog page 58.
Note:
All courses must be taken in sequence with at least the following minimum co- and pre-requisite requirements.
| ETR 113 | Corequisite - Appropriate Math Placement |
| ETR 114 | Corequisite - MTH 115 |
| ETR 203 | Corequisite - ETR 114 and Prerequisite - MTH 115 |
| ETR 167 | Corequisite - ETR 203 |
| ELE 233 | Prerequisite - ETR 167 Corequisite - ETR 204 |
| ELE 211 | Prerequisite - ETR 114 |
| ETR 249 | Prerequisite - ELE 211 |
Note: ELE 115 is strongly recommended for students who do not have a background in electricity, electronics, or instrumentation and who are enrolled in MTH 03.
Electricity
Certificate in Career Study
This program is designed to provide entry-level skills for an individual to enter into the electrical technician field. This will prepare the student for entry skills for employment as assistant technicians who can assist in the installation and maintenance of electrical equipment. It will also prepare the student to take the licensed electrician exam.
| First Semester (Fall) | ||
| Catalog | Class Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ELE 130 | Electricity | 4 |
| ELE 138 | National Electric Code Review I | 2 |
| MEC 155 | Mechanisms | 2 |
| SAF 126 | Principles of Industrial Safety | 3 |
| 10 | ||
| Second Semester (Spring) | ||
| Catalog | Class Title | Credits |
| ELE 127 | Residential Wiring Methods | 2 |
| ELE 149 | Wiring Methods in Industry | 3 |
| ETR 203 | Electronic Devices I | 4 |
| 9 | ||
| Total Credits | 19 | |
Gainful Employment Disclosure |
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| Career Studies Certificate: Electricity | ||
| Program Code: 221-941-01 | ||
| CIP Code: 15.0303 Electricity | ||
| SOC Code(s): | ||
| 17-3023.03 Electrical Engineering Technicians |
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| Number of Students Completing Program1 | 6 | |
| In-State Total Tuition & Fees2 | $2,413.00 | |
| Out-of-State Total Tuition & Fees3 | $6,063.00 | |
| Books & Supplies2 | $677.00 | |
Additional Disclosure Information |
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1Number of students completing program between July 1, 2011 - June 30, 2012 2Total tuition and fees based on the 2012-13 academic year and are subject to change. 3Total books and supplies are based on the 2012-13 academic year and are subject to change. |
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