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  • 4.00 Credits

    Commercial Wiring I presents the requirements of a commercial electrical installation. Specific commercial installation methods, techniques, materials and National Electrical Code requirements will be presented. Prerequisite:    ELT 101 or ELT 114
  • 4.00 Credits

    This introductory course introduces students to the fundamental theories and principles of electricity. These theories and principles include voltage, current, magnetism, Ohm's Law, inductance, capacitance, and resistance, as well as the basics of DC circuits, their applications, and associated symbols. The course emphasizes safe working procedures in a construction environment. Prerequisite:    New students should complete Placement Testing prior to registration; Visiting students may submit college transcript
  • 2.00 Credits

    This course is designed to help students read and understand the National Electrical Code. The National Electrical Code is the basic code that governs all electrical installations. The course teaches students how to locate code information in Code Manual, as well as how to interpret and apply the appropriate code to all facets of the electrical installation. Prerequisite:    New students should complete Placement Testing prior to registration; Visiting students may submit college transcript
  • 3.00 Credits

    This course introduces students to the theory and practice of residential wiring. Students learn how to complete new house wiring, including the wiring of lighting receptacles, major appliances, alarm systems, telephone, television, and an electrical service. The course stresses National Electric Code compliance. Prerequisite:    ELT 110
  • 3.00 Credits

    This course teaches students more complex residential electrical installations. Students learn additional wiring methods for single family and multi-family dwellings that include load calculations, service entrance sizing, proper grounding techniques, and associated safety procedures. Prerequisite:    ELT 114
  • 2.00 Credits

    This course introduces students to the issues related to completing electrical work on old houses, as well as doing troubleshooting and preventive maintenance on residential buildings. Students learn how to rewire different areas of old houses properly, with minimal damage to the building, as well as wire major house additions. Additionally, students learn how to troubleshoot electrical problems. Prerequisite:    ELT 116
  • 3.00 Credits

    Smart Home Systems is an introductory course on the principles, installation, and operation of wired and wireless residential electrical and electronic systems. The student will apply those lessons on a mock-up house. The student will then program various switches, outlets, thermostats, cameras, door locks, and other smart house devices. Prerequisite:    ELT 116
  • 1.00 Credits

    College-Sponsored Experiential Learning (CSEL) is designed to integrate on-the-job learning experiences with classroom studies. These experiences are structured either to explore career options or to prepare for a specific occupation. Students participating in the Cooperative Education and Internship Program gain college credit and are graded for their learning/work experience by the appropriate faculty. Students participating in this 60 hour internship will earn 1 college credit for this experience. Upon successful completion of this hands-on work experience, the student should be able to satisfy instructionally selected competencies from those below according to the number of credits to be awarded. NOTE To be eligible for an internship, students must: Have completed a minimum of 18 or more credits within the last 5 years. Have begun course work in their major (at least 9 credits). Have an overall grade point average (GPA) of 2.5. Obtain a written recommendation by a DCCC faculty within the discipline of the internship. Submit a current resume to the Office of Student Employment Services. Prerequisite:    Internship Requirements: 18 Credits Completed within Last 5 Years; 9 Credits of Course Work in Major; Overall GPA of 2.5 or Higher; Recommendation by DCCC Faculty within Discipline; Resume Submitted to Office of Student Employment Services
  • 2.00 Credits

    College-Sponsored Experiential Learning (CSEL) is designed to integrate on-the-job learning experiences with classroom studies. These experiences are structured either to explore career options or to prepare for a specific occupation. Students participating in the Cooperative Education and Internship Program gain college credit and are graded for their learning/work experience by the appropriate faculty. Students participating in this 120 hour internship will earn 2 college credits for this experience. Upon successful completion of this hands-on work experience, the student should be able to satisfy instructionally selected competencies from those below according to the number of credits to be awarded. NOTE To be eligible for an internship, students must: Have completed a minimum of 18 or more credits within the last 5 years. Have begun course work in their major (at least 9 credits). Have an overall grade point average (GPA) of 2.5. Obtain a written recommendation by a DCCC faculty within the discipline of the internship. Submit a current resume to the Office of Student Employment Services. Prerequisite:    ELT 110, ELT 112, ELT 114, ELT 116, ELT 118, ELT 206, and ELT 208
  • 3.00 Credits

    College-Sponsored Experiential Learning (CSEL) is designed to integrate on-the-job learning experiences with classroom studies. These experiences are structured either to explore career options or to prepare for a specific occupation. Students participating in the Cooperative Education and Internship Program gain college credit and are graded for their learning/work experience by the appropriate faculty. Students participating in this 180 hour internship will earn 3 college credits for this experience. Upon successful completion of this hands-on work experience, the student should be able to satisfy instructionally selected competencies from those below according to the number of credits to be awarded. NOTE To be eligible for an internship, students must: Have completed a minimum of 18 or more credits within the last 5 years. Have begun course work in their major (at least 9 credits). Have an overall grade point average (GPA) of 2.5. Obtain a written recommendation by a DCCC faculty within the discipline of the internship. Submit a current resume to the Office of Student Employment Services. Prerequisite:    Internship Requirements: 18 Credits Completed within Last 5 Years; 9 Credits of Course Work in Major; Overall GPA of 2.5 or Higher; Recommendation by DCCC Faculty within Discipline; Resume Submitted to Office of Student Employment Services
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