2020 - 2021 Catalog
Program: Electrical Technology
Degree Plan: Commercial Electrical Technology Certificate
Note: This program may lead to an occupational license for which a prior criminal history may make a student ineligible. For more information, please visit: https://www.dcccd.edu/hb1508.
(Level 1 Certificate)
North Lake campus only
- Students pursuing this certificate are waived from the Texas Success Initiative (TSI) standards, but must meet course prerequisites.
- Complete at least 25% of the credit hours required for graduation through instruction by Dallas College.
Degree Plan Code: C1.COMMERCIAL.ELEC
Completion of all courses listed below qualifies a student for a Certificate in Commercial Electrical Technology. The courses may be taken in any order after consultation with the instructor.
| Course | Course Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| ELPT 1311 | Basic Electrical Theory | 3 |
| ELPT 1329 | Residential Wiring | 3 |
| ELPT 1370 | Electrical Blueprint Reading | 3 |
| ELPT 1325 | National Electrical Code 1 | 3 |
| Semester Total | 12 | |
| Course | Course Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| IEIR 1312 | Distribution Systems | 3 |
| ELPT 1341 | Motor Control | 3 |
| ELPT 1345 | Commercial Wiring | 3 |
| ELPT 2325 | National Electrical Code 2 | 3 |
| ELTN 1380 | Cooperative Education - Electrician OR | 3 |
| ELPT 1391 | Special Topics in Electrical and Power Transmission Installer, General | (3) |
| Semester Total | 15 | |
| Minimum Hours Required | 27 | |
|---|---|---|
NOTE: Students enrolling in this program who plan to transfer to a four-year institution should consult an advisor or counselor regarding transfer requirements and the transferability of these courses to the four-year institution of their choice.