2021 - 2022 Catalog
Course Descriptions for ELPT
Course Number: ELPT 1215 (2 Credit Hours)
This course is not currently offered by Richland Campus.
Listed by Campus(es): NLC
Course Description: Introduction to mathematical applications utilized to solve problems in the electrical field. Topics include fractions, decimals, percentages, simple equations, ratio and proportion, unit conversions, and applied geometry. (1 Lec, 2 Lab.)
This course is not currently offered by Richland Campus.
Listed by Campus(es): NLC
Course Title: Electrical Calculations I
This is a WECM Course Number.Course Description: Introduction to mathematical applications utilized to solve problems in the electrical field. Topics include fractions, decimals, percentages, simple equations, ratio and proportion, unit conversions, and applied geometry. (1 Lec, 2 Lab.)
Course Number: ELPT 1311 (3 Credit Hours)
This course is not currently offered by Richland Campus.
Listed by Campus(es): NLC
Course Description: Basic theory and practice of electrical circuits. Includes calculations as applied to alternating and direct current. This course is cross-listed as ELPT 1411. The student may register for either ELPT 1311 or ELPT 1411 but may receive credit for only one of the two. (2 Lec., 2 Lab.)
This course is not currently offered by Richland Campus.
Listed by Campus(es): NLC
Course Title: Basic Electrical Theory
This is a WECM Course Number.Course Description: Basic theory and practice of electrical circuits. Includes calculations as applied to alternating and direct current. This course is cross-listed as ELPT 1411. The student may register for either ELPT 1311 or ELPT 1411 but may receive credit for only one of the two. (2 Lec., 2 Lab.)
Course Number: ELPT 1319 (3 Credit Hours)
This course is not currently offered by Richland Campus.
Listed by Campus(es): NLC
Course Description: An introduction to basic direct current (DC) theory including electron theory and direct current applications. Lab required. (2 Lec., 3 Lab.)
This course is not currently offered by Richland Campus.
Listed by Campus(es): NLC
Course Title: Fundamentals of Electricity I
This is a WECM Course Number.Course Description: An introduction to basic direct current (DC) theory including electron theory and direct current applications. Lab required. (2 Lec., 3 Lab.)
Course Number: ELPT 1320 (3 Credit Hours)
This course is not currently offered by Richland Campus.
Listed by Campus(es): NLC
Course Description: Introduces alternating current (AC). Includes AC voltage, frequency, mechanical and electrical degrees, waveforms, resistors, capacitors, and inductors. Basic theory and practice of electrical circuits. Includes calculations as applied to alternating and direct current. (2 Lec., 3 Lab.)
This course is not currently offered by Richland Campus.
Listed by Campus(es): NLC
Course Title: Fundamentals of Electricity II
This is a WECM Course Number.Course Description: Introduces alternating current (AC). Includes AC voltage, frequency, mechanical and electrical degrees, waveforms, resistors, capacitors, and inductors. Basic theory and practice of electrical circuits. Includes calculations as applied to alternating and direct current. (2 Lec., 3 Lab.)
Course Number: ELPT 1321 (3 Credit Hours)
This course is not currently offered by Richland Campus.
Listed by Campus(es): NLC
Course Description: Safety rules and regulations. Includes the selection, inspection, use, and maintenance of common tools for electricians. This course is cross-listed as ELPT 1221. The student may register for either ELPT 1321 or ELPT 1221 but may receive credit for only one of the two. (2 Lec., 3 Lab.)
This course is not currently offered by Richland Campus.
Listed by Campus(es): NLC
Course Title: Introduction to Electrical Safety and Tools
This is a WECM Course Number.Course Description: Safety rules and regulations. Includes the selection, inspection, use, and maintenance of common tools for electricians. This course is cross-listed as ELPT 1221. The student may register for either ELPT 1321 or ELPT 1221 but may receive credit for only one of the two. (2 Lec., 3 Lab.)
Course Number: ELPT 1325 (3 Credit Hours)
This course is not currently offered by Richland Campus.
Listed by Campus(es): NLC
Course Description: An introductory study of the National Electric Code (NEC) for those employed in fields requiring knowledge of the Code. Emphasis on wiring design, protection, methods, and materials; equipment for general use; and basic calculations. (2 Lec., 2 Lab.)
This course is not currently offered by Richland Campus.
Listed by Campus(es): NLC
Course Title: National Electrical Code I
This is a WECM Course Number.Course Description: An introductory study of the National Electric Code (NEC) for those employed in fields requiring knowledge of the Code. Emphasis on wiring design, protection, methods, and materials; equipment for general use; and basic calculations. (2 Lec., 2 Lab.)
Course Number: ELPT 1329 (3 Credit Hours)
This course is not currently offered by Richland Campus.
Listed by Campus(es): NLC
Course Description: Wiring methods for single family and multi-family dwellings. Includes load calculations, service entrance sizing, proper grounding techniques, and associated safety procedures. (2 Lec., 2 Lab.)
This course is not currently offered by Richland Campus.
Listed by Campus(es): NLC
Course Title: Residential Wiring
This is a WECM Course Number.Course Description: Wiring methods for single family and multi-family dwellings. Includes load calculations, service entrance sizing, proper grounding techniques, and associated safety procedures. (2 Lec., 2 Lab.)
Course Number: ELPT 1341 (3 Credit Hours)
This course is not currently offered by Richland Campus.
Listed by Campus(es): NLC
Course Description: Operating principles of solid-state and conventional controls along with their practical applications. Includes braking, jogging, plugging, safety interlocks, wiring, and schematic diagram interpretations This course is cross-listed as ELPT 1441. The student may register for either ELPT 1341 or ELPT 1441 but may receive credit for only one of the two. (2 Lec., 2 Lab.)
This course is not currently offered by Richland Campus.
Listed by Campus(es): NLC
Course Title: Motor Control
This is a WECM Course Number.Course Description: Operating principles of solid-state and conventional controls along with their practical applications. Includes braking, jogging, plugging, safety interlocks, wiring, and schematic diagram interpretations This course is cross-listed as ELPT 1441. The student may register for either ELPT 1341 or ELPT 1441 but may receive credit for only one of the two. (2 Lec., 2 Lab.)
Course Number: ELPT 1345 (3 Credit Hours)
This course is not currently offered by Richland Campus.
Listed by Campus(es): NLC
Course Description: Commercial wiring methods. Includes overcurrent protection, raceway panel board installation, proper grounding techniques, and associated safety procedures. (2 Lec., 2 Lab.)
This course is not currently offered by Richland Campus.
Listed by Campus(es): NLC
Course Title: Commercial Wiring
This is a WECM Course Number.Course Description: Commercial wiring methods. Includes overcurrent protection, raceway panel board installation, proper grounding techniques, and associated safety procedures. (2 Lec., 2 Lab.)
Course Number: ELPT 1357 (3 Credit Hours)
This course is not currently offered by Richland Campus.
Listed by Campus(es): NLC
Course Description: Wiring methods used for industrial installations. Includes motor circuits, raceway and bus way installations, proper grounding techniques, and associated safety procedures. (2 Lec., 2 Lab.)
This course is not currently offered by Richland Campus.
Listed by Campus(es): NLC
Course Title: Industrial Wiring
This is a WECM Course Number.Course Description: Wiring methods used for industrial installations. Includes motor circuits, raceway and bus way installations, proper grounding techniques, and associated safety procedures. (2 Lec., 2 Lab.)
Course Number: ELPT 1370 (3 Credit Hours)
This course is not currently offered by Richland Campus.
Listed by Campus(es): NLC
Course Description: Blueprint reading covering the theory of projection, architectural and engineering symbols, relationship of views, and measuring with as they relate to the electrical construction industry. (3 Lec.)
This course is not currently offered by Richland Campus.
Listed by Campus(es): NLC
Course Title: Electrical Blueprint Reading
This is a Local Need Course.Course Description: Blueprint reading covering the theory of projection, architectural and engineering symbols, relationship of views, and measuring with as they relate to the electrical construction industry. (3 Lec.)
Course Number: ELPT 1391 (3 Credit Hours)
This course is not currently offered by Richland Campus.
Listed by Campus(es): NLC
Course Description: Topics address recently identified current events, skills, knowledge, and/or attitudes and behaviors pertinent to the technology or occupation and relevant to the professional development of the student. This course may be repeated if topics and learning outcomes vary. (2 Lec., 2 Lab.)
This course is not currently offered by Richland Campus.
Listed by Campus(es): NLC
Course Title: Special Topics in Electrical and Power Transmission Installer, General
This is a WECM Course Number.Course Description: Topics address recently identified current events, skills, knowledge, and/or attitudes and behaviors pertinent to the technology or occupation and relevant to the professional development of the student. This course may be repeated if topics and learning outcomes vary. (2 Lec., 2 Lab.)
Course Number: ELPT 2325 (3 Credit Hours)
This course is not currently offered by Richland Campus.
Listed by Campus(es): NLC
Course Description: In-depth coverage of the National Electrical Code (NEC) for those employed in fields requiring knowledge of the Code. Emphasis on wiring protection and methods, special conditions, and advanced calculations. (2 Lec., 2 Lab.)
This course is not currently offered by Richland Campus.
Listed by Campus(es): NLC
Course Title: National Electrical Code II
This is a WECM Course Number.Course Description: In-depth coverage of the National Electrical Code (NEC) for those employed in fields requiring knowledge of the Code. Emphasis on wiring protection and methods, special conditions, and advanced calculations. (2 Lec., 2 Lab.)
Course Number: ELPT 2419 (4 Credit Hours)
Listed by Campus(es): EFC, MVC, RLC
Course Description: Fundamental concepts of programmable logic controllers, principles of operation, and numbering systems as applied to electrical controls. Students will identify and describe digital logic circuits and explain numbering systems; explain the operation of programmable logic controllers; convert ladder diagrams into programs; incorporate timers and counters utilizing programmable logic controllers; and execute and evaluate programs. (3 Lec., 3 Lab.)
Listed by Campus(es): EFC, MVC, RLC
Course Title: Programmable Logic Controllers I
This is a WECM Course Number.Course Description: Fundamental concepts of programmable logic controllers, principles of operation, and numbering systems as applied to electrical controls. Students will identify and describe digital logic circuits and explain numbering systems; explain the operation of programmable logic controllers; convert ladder diagrams into programs; incorporate timers and counters utilizing programmable logic controllers; and execute and evaluate programs. (3 Lec., 3 Lab.)
Course Number: ELPT 2437 (4 Credit Hours)
This course is not currently offered by Richland Campus.
Listed by Campus(es): NLC
Course Description: Planning and estimating for residential, commercial, and industrial wiring systems. Includes a variety of electrical techniques. (3 Lec., 2 Lab.)
This course is not currently offered by Richland Campus.
Listed by Campus(es): NLC
Course Title: Electrical Planning and Estimating
This is a WECM Course Number.Course Description: Planning and estimating for residential, commercial, and industrial wiring systems. Includes a variety of electrical techniques. (3 Lec., 2 Lab.)
Course Number: ELPT 2443 (4 Credit Hours)
This course is not currently offered by Richland Campus.
Listed by Campus(es): NLC
Course Description: Electrical design of commercial and/or industrial projects including building layout, types of equipment, placement, sizing of electrical equipment, and all electrical calculations according to the requirements of the National Electrical Code (NEC). (3 Lec., 2 Lab.)
This course is not currently offered by Richland Campus.
Listed by Campus(es): NLC
Course Title: Electrical Systems Design
This is a WECM Course Number.Course Description: Electrical design of commercial and/or industrial projects including building layout, types of equipment, placement, sizing of electrical equipment, and all electrical calculations according to the requirements of the National Electrical Code (NEC). (3 Lec., 2 Lab.)
Course Number: ELPT 2455 (4 Credit Hours) New course added after April 06, 2021
Listed by Campus(es): EFC, MVC, RLC
Course Description: Advanced concepts in programmable logic controllers and their applications and interfacing to industrial controls. (3 Lec., 3 Lab.)
Listed by Campus(es): EFC, MVC, RLC
Course Title: Programmable Logic Controllers II
This is a WECM Course Number.Course Description: Advanced concepts in programmable logic controllers and their applications and interfacing to industrial controls. (3 Lec., 3 Lab.)
ACGM (Lower-Division Academic Course Guide Manual) Courses
WECM (Workforce Education Course Manual) Courses
Designated by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board for general academic transfer among community, state, and technical colleges in Texas; and state public four-year colleges and universities as freshman and sophomore general education courses.
WECM (Workforce Education Course Manual) Courses
Designated by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board as workforce education (technical) courses offered for credit and CEUs (Continuing Education Units). While these courses are designed to transfer among state community colleges, they are not designed to automatically transfer to public four-year colleges and universities.