Program Details
- Location:
- Cherry Hill, United States
- Program Type:
- Full Degree
- Degree Level:
- Undergraduate Certificate
- Specialty:
- Electrical Technology, Electrical Technology, Electrical Technology, Electrical Technology, Electrical Technology, Electrical Technology, Electrical Technology, Electrical Technology
Program Overview
- Program Description:
This program uses a combination of distance education for online ‘theory’ courses and hands-on campus lab courses to teach entry-level electrician skills like understanding circuitry, safety practices, and basic electrical theory. The program builds on that basic knowledge with hands-on training in designing, wiring, and troubleshooting systems like burglar alarms and motor control circuits commonly used in the home environment. Skills gained include: reading blueprints, residential wiring, basic knowledge of electrical codes, telecommunications, wireless network setup, and OSHA requirements.
WHAT YOU'LL LEARN
Students who successfully complete the program will be able to: install, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain modern computer network and telecommunication cabling systems; install and set up media management systems and conduct user training of audio, video, and data systems; understand the electrical characteristics of storage batteries, AC/DC distribution and loading and the entire energy management system; install, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain residential electrical systems (including heating and cooling controls, motor control circuits, burglar alarms, lighting, and appliances); understand ground fault currents and code requirements for ground fault protection; interpret blueprints of electrical systems; and know and understand applicable regulations including OSHA guidelines and the National Electrical Code (NEC).
Additional Program Information
- Accreditation:
- Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools
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