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Electrician

Program Type: Certificate in Applied Science

Program Level: UG

Program Duration: 8 months

Program Contact: Shawn Reed

Credit Requirement: 29

Time: Day

Program overview

The Electrician Certificate is designed to introduce the students to the foundation theories that govern electricity. The students will become familiar with electrical codes, wiring, print reading, and perform electrical load calculations. Completion of this certificate prepares the student to be an entry-level electrician.

Courses Required

Semester 1

Basic Electricity

Course Code: EEM-105

This course is a survey of basic electrical principles, circuits, and measurements.


Ac/dc Circuits I

Course Code: EEM-117

This course is a study of direct and alternating theory, Ohm's Law, series, parallel, and combination circuits. Circuits are constructed and tested.


Residential/Commercial Wiring

Course Code: EEM-165

This course is a study of wiring methods and practices used in residential and commercial applications.


Electrical Print Reading

Course Code: EEM-172

This course is a study of electrical prints as they pertain to layout, planning, and installation of wiring systems in residential, commercial and/or industrial complexes.


Semester 2

Electrical Measurements

Course Code: EEM-121

This course covers the basic principles of electrical measuring instruments and how they are used in industries.


National Electrical Code

Course Code: EEM-140

This course is a study of the national electrical code and is based on the latest codes as published by the national fire protection association (NFPA).


Electrical Installation

Course Code: EEM-170

This course covers electrical wiring techniques commonly used in commercial, industrial, and residential wiring.


Power Systems

Course Code: EEM-235

This course is a study of the design, operation, and installation of power distribution applications. Load analysis rate and power economics are covered.


Entry Requirements

To see a list of entrance requirements for this program, please check the FDTC Course Catalog.

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Student Learning Outcomes

Graduates of this program will be able to:

  • Apply safe work practices.
  • Demonstrate basic DC and AC theory applications.
  • Apply the National Electric Code to a residential/ industrial example.
  • Wire a residential/industrial example.