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EGR 110 Intro to Engineering Tech

EGR 110 Intro to Engineering Tech This course introduces general topics relevant to engineering technology. Topics include career assessment, professional ethics, critical thinking and problem solving, usage of college resources…

EGR 285 Design Project

EGR 285 Design Project This course provides the opportunity to design an instructor-approved project using previously acquired skills. Emphasis is placed on selection, proposal, design, testing, and documentation of the…

ELC 112 DC/AC Electricity

ELC 112 DC/AC Electricity This course introduces the fundamental concepts of and computations related to DC/AC electricity. Emphasis is placed on DC/AC circuits, components, operation of test equipment; and other…

ELC 113 Residential Wiring

ELC 113 Residential Wiring This course introduces the care/usage of tools and materials used in residential electrical installations and the requirements of the National Electrical Code. Topics include NEC, electrical…

ELC 114 Commercial Wiring

ELC 114 Commercial Wiring This course provides instruction in the application of electrical tools, materials, and test equipment associated with commercial electrical installations. Topics include the NEC; safety; electrical blueprints;…

ELC 115 Industrial Wiring

ELC 115 Industrial Wiring This course covers layout, planning, and installation of wiring systems in industrial facilities. Emphasis is placed on industrial wiring methods and materials. Upon completion, students should…

ELC 117 Motors and Controls

ELC 117 Motors and Controls This course introduces the fundamental concepts of motors and motor controls. Topics include ladder diagrams, pilot devices, contactors, motor starters, motors, and other control devices.…

ELC 118 National Electrical Code

ELC 118 National Electrical Code This course covers the use of the current National Electrical Code. Topics include the NEC history, wiring methods, overcurrent protection, materials, and other related topics.…

ELC 125 Diagrams and Schematics

ELC 125 Diagrams and Schematics This course covers the interpretation of electrical diagrams, schematics, and drawings common to electrical applications. Emphasis is placed on reading and interpreting electrical diagrams and…

ELC 128 Intro to PLC

ELC 128 Intro to PLC This course introduces the programmable logic controller (PLC) and its associated applications. Topics include ladder logic diagrams, input/output modules, power supplies, surge protection, selection/installation of…
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