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Commercial Electrical Construction Technology Diploma (CEC2)

The Commercial Electrical Construction Technology Diploma program provides instruction in the installation, maintenance, and repair of electrical systems in the residential, commercial, and industrial sectors. A combination of basic concepts, theory, and practical application is utilized to develop academic, technical, and professional knowledge and skills. Program graduates receive a diploma in Commercial Electrical Construction Technology Associate of Applied Science.

Employment Opportunities

The  Commercial Electrical Construction Technology program is intended to produce graduates who are prepared to install, repair, and maintain electrical, power and distribution systems for homes, businesses, and industry in the electrical sector. The careers associated with this program will focus on the electrical aspects of construction, primarily installing and upgrading electrical wiring systems in factories, businesses, and new homes. This program also offers the potential to enter into a career associated with electrical inspection and code compliance.

Admissions Criteria

  • Submit a completed application and application fee;
  • Be at least 16 years of age;
  • Submit official high school transcript or GED transcript;
  • Submit official college transcripts, if applicable;
  • Meet the following assessment requirements:
Test Reading Writing Numerical Algebra
Accuplacer 55 60 34 NA
Accuplacer (Next Gen) 224 236 229 NA
Compass 70 32 26 NA
SAT 16 15 18 NA
SAT 270 280 310 NA
ACT 14 13 14 NA
ASSET 37 38 32 NA
PSAT 16 15 18 NA
GED NA 145 145 NA
TABE 461 NA 442 NA

Commercial Electrical Construction Technology Curriculum

The curriculum for the Commercial Electrical Construction Technology diploma program is designed for the semester system. A student may enter the program during fall and spring semesters. To graduate, diploma-seeking students must earn a minimum of 57 semester credit hours. The program requires a minimum of 1,170 contact hours and generally takes 5 semesters to complete.

Program Courses

Basic Skills Courses (8 Credits)

ENGL 1010Fundamentals of English I

3
MATH 1012Foundations of Mathematics

3

Occupational Courses (49 Credits)

ELTR 1011Basic Conduit Installation

2
ELTR 1010Direct Current Fundamentals

3
ELTR 1012Intermediate Conduit Installation

2
ELTR 1060Electrical Prints, Schematics, & Symbols

2
IDSY 1130Industrial Wiring

4
ELTR 1260Transformers

3
ELTR 1020Alternating Current Fundamentals

3
ELTR 1205Residential Wiring I

3
ELTR 1090Commercial Wiring II

3
ELTR 1013Advanced Conduit Installation

2
IDSY 1110Industrial Motor Controls I

4
CMTT 1130Improving Productivity and Managing Project Costs

2
COFC 1020Professional Tool Use & Safety

3
CWDS 1620Representative Warehouse Skills

1
CCMN 1040Construction Safety

4
Occupational Electives (8)

8

Program Costs

Tuition ($100 per credit hour): $5,700

Fees ($370 per semester): $1,850

Books/Supplies: $1,225

Course Supply Fees:

  • ELTR 1020 Electrical Systems Basics I: $10
  • ELTR 1080 Commercial Wiring I: $20
  • ELTR 1090 Commercial Wiring II: $20
  • ELTR 1180 Electrical Controls: $15
  • ELTR 1205 Residential Wiring I: $20
  • ELTR 1210 Residential Wiring II: $20

(Costs are estimates and are subject to change.)