Program Type
Certificate
Estimated Time to Complete
Two semesters (One academic year)
Format
On Campus
Program Description
The Electrical Technician Program is designed to give students the skills necessary for successful employment in electrical wiring. A substantial amount of hands-on-experience is provided in the workstations which includes services, rough in-wiring, communication wiring, hanging fixtures, trim out work, blueprint reading, load calculations for services and voltage drop, and proper grounding. The program provides students with the tools, resources, and training needed to be successful in a changing work environment.
Career Outlook
The program meets the demand and the needs of providing a skilled, highly trained, professional work force for the electrical contracting industry. It covers the apprenticeship, training programs, and career opportunities. As trained Electrical Technicians our students can find employment in entry level positions installing, maintaining, and repairing electrical power, communications, lighting, and control systems in homes, businesses, and factories.
Application Deadline
Review the TMC Academic Calendar for admission & registration deadlines for each semester.
Requirements
Program Courses
Program Requirements
Electrical Technician Certificate Pathway
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Program of Study Year One
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Fall Semester
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Spring Semester
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Course #
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Course Title
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Credit
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Course #
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Course Title
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Credit
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ELEC 100
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Core Curriculum
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2
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BOTE 177
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Job Readiness
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1
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ELEC 101
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Orientation & Safety to Electrical Trade
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2
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ELEC 110
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Conductors & Cables & Hand Bending
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3
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ELEC 103
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Intro to Electrical Circuits & Theory
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3
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ELEC 111
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National & State Electrical Codes
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4
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ELEC 104
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Introduction to National Electric Code
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4
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ELEC 112
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Basic Energy & Electrical Testing
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4
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ELEC 106
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Residential, Commercial & Industrial Electrical Services
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4
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ELEC 113
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Residential Drawings & Wiring I
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4
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SAFT 110
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OSHA 10-Hour
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1
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TOTAL CREDITS
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16
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TOTAL CREDITS
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16
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Total Credits Required: 32