Electrical/Electronics Technology

Objectives:

This curriculum is designed to train technicians for jobs in industry requiring knowledge of electrical and electro-mechanical systems installation, repair, and maintenance. Courses are designed to develop technicians competent in the practical applications of electrical/electronic theory and procedures for industrial machines and controls. Students learn electrical code requirements, to read blueprints and schematics, to determine repair procedures, and to make necessary repairs and/or adjustments.

Graduates will be prepared to maintain computer-based systems, programmable logic controllers, and solid state AC & DC drives that are now becoming commonplace in automation applications.

Career Opportunities

The graduate of this curriculum is prepared to maintain and service industrial electrical/electronic equipment found in most industrial plants. Extensive training in electrical wiring will prepare graduates for electrical licensing examinations.