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Electrical Technology Career Certificate CIP Code: 460302 / SOC Code: 47-2111.00 |
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Program Description |
Required Courses (View NW-SCC Catalog Page) |
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The increased use of electricity and society's dependence upon it has created a vast number of occupational opportunities for the trained electrical technician. Great strides have been made in every line of electrical development. The increased use of automation in industrial plants has increased the need for trained industrial electricians. The Electrical Technology Progarm is designed to fulfill the needs of a demanding industry. The course includes electrical fundamentals, equipment and machine installation, maintenance and troubleshooting of motors, transformers and industrial controls, wiring methods, modern control methods, hydraulic, pheumatic, and electro-mechanical systems. The future brings increased demand for electricians who possess the skills of the trade and a working knowledge of the principles of electricity. The length of the curriculum is 4 semesters full-time day, or full-time night. |
Entering students are required to complete ORT100. Transfer students are exempt from this requirement. COM100 - Introductory Technical English I |
Transfer Credit: Students may receive up to one semester of Advanced Placement for Career Technical coursework completed at another institution. |
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Loan Debt incurred for this program: $9,337.72 |
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| Program Advisors J. Bonner - (256-331-5244) - ndt1@nwscc.edu J. Hackworth - (256-331-5335) - joehackworth@nwscc.edu |
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Program Cost Per Student 
Completion RatesThe above information is provided in compliance with the U.S. Department of Education's Gainful Employment Regulations.
Updated: 6-9-11