Electrical Technology

Associate in Applied Science Degree

Diploma

DESCRIPTION

The Electrical Technology (ET) program prepares students for entry level positions in the electrical field. The ET program offers an Associate in Applied Science (AAS) degree or a Diploma. The AAS degree track is designed to be completed on a full or part-time basis during the day. Some, but not all, classes are available evenings and weekends. The Diploma track is designed to be completed on a full or part-time basis during days, evenings, or weekends. Graduates from this program will be skilled in the installation and maintenance of various residential, commercial, and industrial electrical systems. All State of Maine electrical licensing educational requirements are met or exceeded in this program. Students are required to have the tools and equipment necessary to properly complete the hands-on portion of the program. The required tools and equipment cost will be in the range of $300 - $600.

PROGRAM MISSION

The Electrical Technology program provides graduates with the technical background and the manual skills necessary for careers in the installation and maintenance of modern electrical systems, electrical equipment, and electrical controls. Graduates are critical thinkers and are able to troubleshoot problems in residential, commercial, or industrial electrical environments. The program provides students with the ability to communicate effectively using standard methods of communication. Recognizing the need for lifelong learning, the ET program helps students achieve various professional and personal goals that may arise over a lifetime, including the opportunity for transfer to other college and university technical programs. The program strives to maintain a high academic standard for teaching and learning through a continuous process of self-assessment and improvement. Students are exposed to a learning environment that is safe and supportive of student growth and achievement. Using modern training equipment, innovative teaching methods and highly trained faculty members, the ET program endeavors to fully prepare students for a variety of electrical occupations.

EDUCATIONAL OUTCOMES

Upon successful completion of the ET program, graduates are expected to:

Practice the electrical skills of the profession in a conscientious, responsible, and accountable manner while recognizing the need to continue to expand their technical knowledge and skills.
Communicate effectively and listen and respond appropriately to a variety of residential, commercial and industrial electrical situations.
Think critically and use their acquired analytical skills to solve problems encountered in a residential, commercial or industrial electrical environment.

CRITERIA FOR GRADUATION

Students must complete 68 credits in the Electrical Technology program and achieve a minimum grade of “C” in all core courses (*). Students must attain a final GPA of 2.0 or higher.

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

Graduates will find employment as entry level Maintenance Electricians, Construction Electricians, Electrical/Instrumentation Technicians, or in other positions that involve the installation and maintenance of electrical systems. Graduates are eligible to take the State of Maine Journeyman Electrical Licensing Examination.

Associate of Applied Science Degree

Course Requirements

First Semester

COURSE NUMBER	COURSE NAME	CREDIT HOURS	CONTACT HOURS
BPT125	Construction Print Reading*	3	45
ENG108	Technical Writing	3	45
ETL113	Electrical Circuits I*	3	60
ETL121	Electrical Wiring Practices I*	5	135
MAT114	Technical Math	3	45
	Total	17	330

Second Semester

COURSE NUMBER	COURSE NAME	CREDIT HOURS	CONTACT HOURS
CPT140	Computer Aided Design I	3	45
ETL114	Electrical Circuits II*	3	60
ETL120	Rotating Machines and Transformers*	3	60
ETL124	Fundamentals of Electronics*	3	60
ETL127	Electrical Motor Control*	3	60
MAT117	College Algebra	3	45
	Total	18	330

Third Semester

COURSE NUMBER	COURSE NAME	CREDIT HOURS	CONTACT HOURS
COM104	Introduction to Communication	3	45
ETL215	National Electrical Code*	3	45
ETL221	Industrial Control Systems*	3	60
PHY111	Elements of Physics	4	75
	Humanities Elective	3	45
	Total	16	270

Fourth Semester

COURSE NUMBER	COURSE NAME	CREDIT HOURS	CONTACT HOURS
ETL122	Electrical Wiring Practices II*	5	135
ETL222	Introduction to Instrumentation*	3	45
ETL225	Photovoltaic and Small Wind Electrical Systems*	3	45
ETL216	Advanced National Electrical Code*	3	45
	Social Sciences Elective	3	45
	Total	17	315

Associate of Applied Science Degree Totals: 68 credit hours and 1245 contact hours

* Core Courses

Diploma

Course Requirements

First Semester

COURSE NUMBER	COURSE NAME	CREDIT HOURS	CONTACT HOURS
BPT125	Construction Print Reading*	3	45
ENG108	Technical Writing	3	45
ETL113	Electrical Circuits I*	3	60
ETL121	Electrical Wiring Practices I*	5	135
MAT114	Technical Math	3	45
	Total	17	330

Second Semester

COURSE NUMBER	COURSE NAME	CREDIT HOURS	CONTACT HOURS
ETL114	Electrical Circuits II*	3	60
ETL120	Rotating Machines and Transformers*	3	60
ETL122	Electrical Wiring Practices II*	5	135
ETL127	Electrical Motor Controls*	3	60
ETL215	National Electrical Code*	3	45
	Total	17	360