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Electrical Technology (ELT) Course Descriptions
ELT 108. DC FUNDAMENTALS
This course provides a study of atomic theory, direct current (DC),
properties of conductors and insulators, direct current characteristics of
series, parallel, and series parallel circuits. Students are prepared to
analyze complex DC circuits, solve for unknown circuits variables, and
use basic electronic test equipment. This course also provides hands-on
laboratory exercises to analyze, construct, test, and troubleshoot direct
current circuits. Use of scientific calculator and operation of common
test equipment used to analyze and troubleshoot DC and prove theories
taught during classroom instruction are emphasized. COREELT 109. AC FUNDAMENTALS
PREREQUISITE: ELT 101 and MTH 091.
This course provides a study of the theory of alternating current (AC).
Students are prepared to analyze complex AC circuit configurations
with resistors, capacitors, and inductors in series and parallel
combinations. On completion, students should be able to describe AC
circuits and the function of AC, such as RLC, impedance, phase
relationships and power factor. This course also provides hands-on
laboratory exercises to analyze alternating current, using a variety of
circuit configurations with resistors, capacitors, and inductors in series
and parallel combinations. Operation of common test equipment used
to analyze and troubleshoot AC circuits to prove theories taught is
emphasized. COREELT 110. WIRING METHODS
PREREQUISITE: As required by program.
This course is a study of various tasks, wiring methods, materials, and
associated NEC requirements that students will be required to work with
in residential and commercial wiring courses. COREELT 111. RESIDENTIAL WIRING METHODS
PREREQUISITE: MTH 092 and ELT 109.
This course introduces students to residential wiring practices and
methods, use of hand and power tools, electrical safety, NEC
requirements, and residential blueprint interpretations. Topics include
standard residential wiring procedures and practices, grounding NEC
requirements, wiring diagrams, and wiring layouts. On completion,
students should be able to read blueprints, understand code
requirements, and wire lights and switches.ELT 112. ADVANCED RESIDENTIAL WIRING METHODS
PREREQUISITES: ELT 102 and 111 and MTH 092.
This course provides the student with information on how to interpret
electrical residential blueprints, wiring diagrams, and layouts and will
teach them to wire many different residential circuits in accordance with
the National Electrical Code. Applying the National Electrical Code,
actual wiring of panels, service and branch circuits are emphasized. On
completion, students should be able to interpret and wire to code most
aspects of a residential application.
ELT 117. AC/DC MACHINES
This course covers the theory and operation of DC and single- and
three-phase AC motors, and the labs will reinforce this knowledge.
Various types of single- and three-phase motors, wiring diagrams,
starting devices, and practical application in the lab are emphasized.
CORE
ELT 131. BASIC COMMERCIAL/INDUSTRIAL WIRING
PREREQUISITE: MTH 092 and ELT 102.
This course teaches students the principles and applications of
commercial and industrial wiring. Blueprint symbols, hand and power
tools, electrical safety, calculations, and NEC code requirements as
applied to commercial and industrial wiring are emphasized. On
completion, students should be able to read electrical plans, understand
electrical symbols, calculate electrical loads for commercial industrial
applications, and interpret NEC code requirements.ELT 132. ADVANCED COMMERCIAL/INDUSTRIAL WIRING
PREREQUISITE: MTH 092 and ELT 131.
This course is a continuation of ELT 131 and includes the study of
branch circuits, installation requirements for services, and feeders and
special equipment considerations including NEC code requirements.
Load calculations, conductors, service sizing, installation requirements,
NEC code requirements, transformers, lighting, HVAC, and special
equipment considerations are emphasized. On completion, students
should be able to size complete electrical commercial/industrial systems
and understand NEC requirements for each system.ELT 182. SPECIAL TOPICS IN ELECTRICAL TECHNOLOGY
PREREQUISITE: As required by program.
This course provides specialized instruction in various areas related to
electrical technology. Emphasis is placed on meeting students’ needs.ELT 209. MOTOR CONTROLS I
This course covers the use of motor control symbols, magnetic motor
starters, running overload protection, push-button stations and sizing of
magnetic motor starters and overload protection, and complex ladder
diagrams of motor control circuits. Topics include sizing magnetic
starters and overload protection and use of push-button stations, ladder
diagrams, and magnetic motor starters in control of electric motors,
wye-delta starting, part start winding, resistor starting, and electric
starting devices. On completion, students should be able to understand
the operation of motor starters, overload protection, and complex motor
control diagrams as well as interpret ladder diagrams using push-button
stations. COREELT 212. MOTOR CONTROLS II
PREREQUISITE: ELT 211. COREQUISITE: ELT 211.
This course covers complex ladder diagrams of motor control circuits
and the uses of different motor starting techniques. Topics include wyedelta
starting, part start winding, resistor starting, and electronic starting
devices. On completion, the student should be able to understand and
interpret the more complex motor control diagrams and understand the
different starting techniques of electrical motors.ELT 213. INDUSTRIAL EQUIPMENT
PREREQUISITE: As required by program.
This course is designed to give a general overview of the different types
of equipment used in large commercial and industrial facilities. Topics
covered include, but are not limited to, the following: motor coupling
and alignment, gears and pulleys, belts and chains, basic hydraulics,
basic pneumatics, and other applications. Students will learn the
techniques involved with each application and, where applicable,
demonstrate their abilities with practical examples.ELT 214. HYDRAULICS
PREREQUISITE: Determined by the instructor.
This course is the study of fluid power systems including the theory and
function of devices that pressurize, direct, and control fluid power
systems. Lab will reinforce the principles and characteristics of
hydraulic systems. Setting up and operating hydraulic trainers in the
correct manner with the aid of hydraulic prints is emphasized. On
completion, students should be able to explain and operate a typical
hydraulic system.ELT 217. TRANSFORMERS
PREREQUISITE: As required by program.
This course is designed to train the student in the theory of operation,
various connections, troubleshooting, and repair of single phase as well
as three phase transformers. KVA load calculations and applications
will also be covered in the class. On completion, the student should be
able to perform calculations relating to the transformers, make proper
Delta and WYE connections, and understand the basic polarity and
voltage test for each application.ELT 221. ELECTRONICS FOR ELECTRICIANS
PREREQUISITE: ELT 102.
This course introduces students to the basic principles of solid state
electronic equipment as found in many electrical and motor control
circuits. Fundamental concepts of diodes, transistors, FETs and
MOSFETs as they are used in electrical control circuits are emphasized.
On completion, students should understand the basic operation of solid
state components and be able to perform basic troubleshooting tasks.ELT 231. INTRODUCTION TO PROGRAMMABLE CONTROLS
PREREQUISITE: ELT 102.
This state-of-the-art course includes fundamental principles of
programmable logic controls (PLCs) including hardware and
programming. Hardwiring associated with PLCs, different options
available with most PLCs, and basic ladder logic programming are
emphasized. On completion, students should be able to develop
programs, load programs into PLCs, and troubleshoot the system.ELT 232. ADVANCED PROGRAMMABLE CONTROLS
PREREQUISITE: ELT 231. COREQUISITE: ELT 231.
The foci of this state-of-the-art course are PLC hardware, programming,
and program design. Developing working programs, timers, counters,
different special functions, and designing programs from existing
hardwired systems are the emphasis. On completion, students should be
able to develop programs, load programs into PLCs, and troubleshoot
the system.ELT 233. APPLIED PROGRAMMABLE CONTROLS
PREREQUISITE: ELT 232.
This state-of-the-art course covers the more advanced topics of PLCs.
Emphasis is placed on, but is not limited to, the following: high-speed
devices, analog programming, designing complete working systems,
start-up and troubleshooting techniques, and special projects. On
completion, students must demonstrate their ability by developing
programs, loading programs into PLCs, and troubleshooting the system,
if necessary.ELT 241. NATIONAL ELECTRIC CODE
PREREQUISITE: ELT 101. COREQUISITE: ELT 102.
This course introduces the students to the National Electric Code and
text and teaches the student how to find needed information within this
manual. Emphasis is placed on locating and interpreting needed
information within the NEC code manual. On completion, students
should be able to locate requirements for a specific electrical installation
within the NEC code.ELT 242. JOURNEYMAN/MASTER PREP EXAM
This course is designed to prepare students for the Journeyman or
Master Certification Exam. Review of electrical concepts and
principles, practice tests, and test-taking procedures are emphasized. On
completion, students should be able to pass the Journeyman/Master
Certifying Exam.ELT 245. ELECTRICAL GROUNDING SYSTEMS
PREREQUISITE: ELT 101 and ELT 102.
This course provides the knowledge to understand how to properly
ground an electrical system. Emphasis is placed on, but not limited to,
the following: residential installations, commercial installations, and the
function of independent grounding elements. On completion, the
students should be able to explain and design a simple grounding
system.
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