
Electrical Systems Technology
The Electrical Systems Technology curriculum is designed to provide training for persons interested in the installation and maintenance of electrical systems found in residential, commercial, and industrial facilities.
Coursework, most of which is hands-on, will include such topics as AC/DC theory, basic wiring practices, programmable logic controllers, industrial motor controls, applications of the National Electric Code, and other subjects as local needs require.
Graduates should qualify for a variety of jobs in the electrical field as an on-the-job trainee or apprentice assisting in the layout, installation, and maintenance of electrical systems.
Coastal Carolina Community College offers a Diploma and three Certificates. This has been identified as a limited enrollment program and may involve certain deadlines. See an academic counselor for additional information. The appropriate coursework for each is listed below.
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Electrical Systems Technology
The Electrical Systems Technology curriculum is designed to provide training for persons interested in the installation and maintenance of electrical systems found in residential, commercial, and industrial facilities.
Coursework, most of which is hands-on, will include such topics as AC/DC theory, basic wiring practices, programmable logic controllers, industrial motor controls, applications of the National Electric Code, and other subjects as local needs require.
Graduates should qualify for a variety of jobs in the electrical field as an on-the-job trainee or apprentice assisting in the layout, installation, and maintenance of electrical systems.
Coastal Carolina Community College offers a Diploma and three Certificates. This has been identified as a limited enrollment program and may involve certain deadlines. See an academic counselor for additional information. The appropriate coursework for each is listed below.
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Curriculum Pathways
▸ Diploma (D35130)
Diploma (D35130)
Hours Per Week
FALL SEMESTER
Class
Lab
Credit
BPR 130
Print Reading-Construction
3
0
3
ELC 112
AC/DC Electricity
3
6
5
ELC 113
Residential Wiring
2
6
4
ELC 118
National Electrical Code
1
2
2
ISC 115
Construction Safety
2
0
2
COM 101
Workplace Communication
3
0
3
14
14
19
SPRING SEMESTER
ELC 114
Commercial Wiring
2
6
4
ELC 117
Motors and Controls
2
6
4
ELC 119
NEC Calculations
1
2
2
ELC 135
Electrical Machines
2
2
3
ENG 102
Applied Communications II
3
0
3
10
16
16
SUMMER SEMESTER
ELC 115
Industrial Wiring
2
6
4
ELC 128
Intro to PLC
2
3
3
ELC 130
Advanced Motor/Controls
2
2
3
6
11
10
Total Semester Hours:
45
▸ Certificates
Residential Electrical Systems Certificate (C35130)
Hours Per Week
FALL SEMESTER
Class
Lab
Credit
BPR 130
Print Reading-Construction
3
0
3
ELC 112
AC/DC Electricity
3
6
5
ELC 113
Residential Wiring
2
6
4
ELC 118
National Electrical Code
1
2
2
ISC 115
Construction Safety
2
0
2
11
14
16
Total Semester Hours:
16
Commercial Electrical Systems Certificate (C35130A)*
Prerequisite: Successful completion of (C35130)
SPRING SEMESTER
ELC 114
Commercial Wiring
2
6
4
ELC 117
Motors and Controls
2
6
4
ELC 119
NEC Calculations
1
2
2
ELC 135
Electrical Machines
2
2
3
7
16
13
Total Semester Hours:
13
Industrial Electrical Systems Technology Certificate (C35130B)*
FALL SEMESTER
ELC 113
Residential Wiring
2
6
4
2
6
4
SPRING SEMESTER
ELC 114
Commercial Wiring
2
6
4
2
6
4
SUMMER SEMESTER
ELC 115
Industrial Wiring
2
6
4
ELC 128
Intro to PLC
2
3
3
4
9
7
Total Semester Hours:
15
*Admission priority is given to diploma- level students.