Electrical
Technology
Programs
a t F l a t h e a d Va l l e y Co m m u n i t y Co l l e g e
FVCC offers two Electrical Technology program options
– the Electrical Technology Certificate of Applied Science
(CAS) and the Electrical Technology Associate of Applied
Science (AAS). Both career programs provide students
the skills needed to enter the workforce in the electrical
field immediately following graduation.
In today’s job market, employers are seeking to hire people
who not only have a college education but also on-the-job
experience. My experience at FVCC gave me both. I was involved in numerous hands-on projects that put me in reallife situations where I was able to learn under well-versed,
knowledgeable instructors who are experts in the field. I
feel like having a degree in electrical technology at FVCC
gave me a competitive edge by helping me prepare for and
achieve the career I have today.
Ben Traina
FVCC Electrical Technology Program Graduate
The Electrical Technology program is a
two-semester course of study leading to a
Certificate of Applied Science (CAS).
This program is designed to give students the skills necessary for
job attainment, as well as interpersonal skills, to prepare them
for advanced placement into the electrician apprentice program.
Licensure as a state recognized electrician requires 8,000 work
experience hours and specific academic coursework. This program
is compliant with the academic requirements and provides the
opportunity to articulate work experience for lab and internship
experience. Program materials include study of electrical theory,
applied math, code study and residential wiring. Lab experience
will be provided for AutoCAD, test equipment, electric motors,
magnetic motor starters, programmable controllers, electronic
devices and residential wiring.
Upon completion, graduates will:
F
Analyze, configure, troubleshoot and assist in designing and
measuring electrical and electronic circuits and systems;
F Learn
new
knowledge
matriculate
Science in
program;
technologies and procedures, adapting this
to effectively advance in the field and/or
into the “plus two” section of a Bachelor of
Electrical Engineering Technology (BSEET)
F Work effectively in a team environment;
F
Communicate clearly and effectively in speaking and writing
with peers, engineers, teams and customers using appropriate
technologies including audio, visual and graphics; and
F Employ motor and analytical skills to solve problems.
www.fvcc.edu/electricaltechcas.html
Electrical Technology (CAS)
Program Requirements
FEach student must achieve grades of 85% or higher in all
classes to count toward his/her apprenticeship training
hours.
Fall Semester
Course#Title
CAPP 106*
Short Courses:
Computer Applications ECP 104 Workplace Safety ELCT 100 Introduction to Electricity
ELCT 110* Basic Electricity I ELCT 133* Basic Wiring
ELCT 137 Electrical Drafting First Semester Total Credits
1
1
3
5
4
2
16
Spring Semester
Course#Title
Credits
BMGT 205C*
Professional Business
Communication 3
ELCT 102*
Electrical Fundamentals II 4
ELCT 103* Electrical Code Study/Codeology 3
ELCT 111 Electric Meters and Motors 3
M 114* Advanced Technical Mathematics 3
Second Semester Total 16
Program Information
Total Credits Additional Costs
FThere are lab fees associated with some of the courses in
this program. See course schedule for details.
Apprenticeship Information
FFor
apprenticeship information, contact the Montana
Department of Labor Apprentice Training Board at
(406) 444-3556.
Certification
FStudents
who successfully complete the program will
earn American Red Cross First Aid/CPR Certification.
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For occupation information, tuition and fees, and other gainful employment
disclosures, visit our website at www.fvcc.edu/gainfulemployment.html.
For
more
info:
Pete Wade
406.756.3968
pwade@fvcc.edu
w w w . f v c c . e d u
The program information provided applies to the 2014-2015
Flathead Valley Community College academic catalog.
777 Grandview Drive • Kalispell, MT 59901
406.756.3822
Electrical
Technology
a t F l a t h e a d Va l l e y Co m m u n i t y Co l l e g e
The Associate of Applied Science degree in Electrical
Technology expands upon the certificate foundation and
provides students the background necessary to enter the
field of electrical wiring in residential, commercial and
industrial construction sites. The AAS degree provides
additional course offerings in planning and estimating,
commercial wiring, advanced code study and motor
controls. Graduates of this option will be prepared to
meet the challenges of today’s modern equipment and
wiring systems and be eligible for advanced placement
into a registered apprentice position.
Upon completion, graduates will:
FAnalyze,
configure, troubleshoot and assist
in designing and measuring electrical and
electronic circuits and systems;
F Learn new technologies and procedures, adapting
this knowledge to effectively advance in the field
and/or matriculate into the “plus two” section of
a Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering
Technology (BSEET) program;
F
Employ computer-based tools to effectively
complete technical tasks;
F Work effectively in a team environment;
F Communicate clearly and effectively in speaking
and writing with peers, engineers, teams and
customers using appropriate technologies
including audio, visual and graphics;
F Employ
motor and analytical skills to solve
problems; and
F
Use time management, project management and
safety while contributing to an engineering
project.
The Electrical Technology program is a twoyear course of study leading to an Associate
of Applied Science (AAS) degree.
Electrical Technology (AAS)
Program Requirements
First Year
Fall Semester
Course#Title
ELCT 100 Introduction to Electricity ELCT 110 Basic Electricity I ELCT 133* Basic Wiring ELCT 137 Electrical Drafting M 111* Technical Mathematics First Semester Total Credits
3
5
4
2
3
17
Spring Semester
Course#Title
ECP 104 Workplace Safety ELCT 102* Electrical Fundamentals II ELCT 111 Electric Meters and Motors ELCT 139 Electric Code Study - Residential ELCT 205 Electrical Design and Lighting WRIT 122C* Introduction to Business Writing Second Semester Total Credits
1
4
3
3
3
3
17
Second Year
Fall Semester
Course#Title
ELCT 103* Electrical Code Study/Codeology ELCT 204 *
Electrical Planning and Estimating ELCT 210* Advanced Current Theory ELCT 241 Electric Motor Controls ELCT 251 Introduction to Photovoltaic Systems First Semester Total Credits
3
3
5
3
5
19
Spring Semester
Course#Title
Credits
COMX 115C Introduction to Interpersonal Communication 3
ELCT 211* AC Measurements 3
ELCT 233* Commercial Wiring Lab
3
ELCT 236* Conduit, Raceways and Code Calculations Lab 3
ELCT 239 Grounding and Bonding Fundamentals 3
ELCT 247 Medium and High Voltage 3
Second Semester Total
18
Total Credits Optional Course Offering
ELCT 252
Fundamentals of Grid Tied
Photovoltaic Systems *Indicates prerequisite and/or corequisite required. Check course description.
www.fvcc.edu/electricaltechaas.html
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Program Information
FDesign,
analyze, configure, troubleshoot and construct
electrical and electronic circuits and systems.
FGain
the knowledge and skills necessary to effectively
pursue licensure as an electrician.
Additional Costs
FThere are lab fees associated with some of the courses in
this program. See the course schedule for details.
FRequired personal hand tool purchases total approximately
$550 per year.
Admission Guidelines
FA minimum mathematics score of 30 for Algebra on
the COMPASS/ESL test is required for entry into the
program.
F A minimum score of 80 for the COMPASS/ESL English/
Reading and Writing tests is required for entry into the
program.
F Applicants not meeting the above requirements may
be admitted on an extended track to complete remedial
math/communications classes before enrolling in ELEC
102* or higher ELEC classes.
Certification
FRecognized by the Montana Department of Labor as an
apprentice compliant program of study.
Apprenticeship Information
FBased
upon successful completion of this program,
a maximum of 3,115 on-the-job (OJT) training hours
may be approved by the Registration Agency Program
provided the sponsor elects to grant the 3,115 OJT credit
hours or a portion thereof to the apprentice based upon
demonstration of skills.
FAll
provisions contained within the Memorandum of
Understanding (MOU) apply only to Montana registered
apprentices and registered Montana sponsors. The
MOU does not provide for reciprocal agreement
between other states.
FAny work hours or related instruction credits granted
toward the registered apprenticeship program
requirements are decided by the sponsor and approved
by the program coordinator based upon documentation.
FFor apprenticeship information, contact the Montana
Department of Labor Apprentice Training Board at
(406) 444-3556.
FStudents who successfully complete the program will earn
American Red Cross First Aid/CPR Certification.
For
more
info:
Pete Wade
406.756.3968
pwade@fvcc.edu
w w w . f v c c . e d u
777 Grandview Drive • Kalispell, MT 59901
406.756.3822
The program information provided applies to the 2013-2014
Flathead Valley Community College academic catalog.
FVCC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex or handicap in admission or access to, or treatment or employment in educational programs or activities. Inquiries concerning Title VI, IX and Section 504 may be referred
to: FVCC - Vice President of Instruction and Student Services, Blake Hall, Room 137, 777 Grandview Drive, Kalispell, MT
59901, 406-756-3894; or the Montana Human Rights Commission, 1236 6th Avenue, P.O. Box 1728, Helena, MT 59624,
406-444-2884 / 800-542-0807.