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2020-2021 Catalog & Student Handbook 
    
2020-2021 Catalog & Student Handbook [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Technical Studies, Electricity Track, AAS


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Purpose

This program is designed to build upon the Electricity certificate and to create a pathway to upper division studies or a competitive resume advantage for students planning to work as Electricians. This program may help students attain the following license(s) or certifications: Journeyman Electrical Tradesman Licensure or Master Electrical Tradesman, Virginia Dept. of Professional and Occupational Regulation.

Program Learning Outcomes

Students will:

  • Be able to use electrical equipment safely and appropriately.
  • Apply National Electrical Code to industrial and residential wiring.
  • Apply fundamental electrical theory to electrical and industrial wiring.
  • Demonstrate an understanding of quality control principles.

Program Curriculum and Suggested Sequence of Courses


Total Credits: 17


2nd Session


Total Credits: 14


3rd Session


Total Credits: 6


Total Credits: 15


Total Credits: 15


Total Credits For Program: 67


Notes and Additional Curriculum Options


  1. Part-time students should consult their faculty advisors regarding appropriate course sequences.
  2. Students who have completed MTH 103 have satisfied this requirement.
  3. Internship is a total of 6 credits taken over two semesters.
  4. Alternate courses: ETR 113 , ETR 160 

Certifications


Courses in this program may help students attain the following license(s) or certification(s):

  • Journey Electrical Tradesman Licensure
  • Virginia Department of Professional and Occupational Regulation
  • Master of Electrical Tradesman

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