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ELE 127- Residential Wiring Methods

Studies wiring methods and standards used for residential dwellings. Provides practical experience in design, layout, construction, and testing of residential wiring systems by use of scaled mock-ups.

Prerequisite: None
Corequisite: None
Credit Hours: 3 | Lecture Hours: 2 | Lab Hours: 3 | Contact Hours: 5
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ELE 131- National Electrical Code I

Provides a comprehensive study of the purpose and interpretations of the National Electrical Code as well as familiarization and implementation of various charts, code rulings and wiring methods including state and local regulations.

Prerequisite: None
Corequisite: None
Credit Hours: 4 | Lecture Hours: 4 | Contact Hours: 4
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ELE 132- National Electrical Code II

Provides a comprehensive study of the purpose and interpretations of the National Electrical Code as well as familiarization and implementation of various charts, code rulings and wiring methods including state and local regulations.

Prerequisite: ELE 131
Corequisite: None
Credit Hours: 4 | Lecture Hours: 4 | Contact Hours: 4
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ELE 145- Transformer Connections and Circuits

Studies transformer theory, symbols, diagrams, connections, terminology and troubleshooting techniques.

Prerequisite: ELE 150 or MRT 160
Corequisite: None
Credit Hours: 2 | Lecture Hours: 1 | Lab Hours: 3 | Contact Hours: 4
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ELE 146- Electric Motor Control

Studies solid state devices with application and emphasis toward control of power. Includes diodes, SCR's, photoelectric controls, timing, circuits, voltage regulation and three phase rectifiers.

Prerequisite: ELE 150 or MRT 160
Corequisite: None
Credit Hours: 4 | Lecture Hours: 3 | Lab Hours: 3 | Contact Hours: 6
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ELE 148- Power Distribution Systems

Introduces transmission and distribution of electrical power. Includes application of transformers, distribution and overcurrent protection devices, substations, switchboards, feeders, busways, motor control centers, generators, motors, and troubleshooting techniques associated with these systems and devices.

Prerequisite: ELE 150
Corequisite: None
Credit Hours: 3 | Lecture Hours: 2 | Lab Hours: 2 | Contact Hours: 4
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ELE 149- Wiring Methods in Industry

Studies the fundamentals of industrial power distribution, circuits, switches, enclosures, panels, fuses, circuit breakers, transformers, and wiring methods, using various charts and tables of the National Electrical Code.

Prerequisite: None
Corequisite: None
Credit Hours: 3 | Lecture Hours: 2 | Lab Hours: 3 | Contact Hours: 5
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ELE 150- A.C. and D.C. Circuit Fundamentals

Provides an intensive study of the fundamentals of direct and alternating current, resistance, magnetism, inductance and capacitance, with emphasis on practical applications. Focuses on electrical/machine applications.

Prerequisite: None
Corequisite: None
Credit Hours: 3 | Lecture Hours: 2 | Lab Hours: 2 | Contact Hours: 4
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ELE 174- Fiber Optic Connections

Introduces construction of fiber optic cable connections to a quality acceptable in the industry today. Includes types of cabling, connectors and splices, installation techniques and hardware in fiber optic systems.

Prerequisite: None
Corequisite: None
Credit Hours: 3 | Lecture Hours: 2 | Lab Hours: 3 | Contact Hours: 5
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ELE 176- Introduction to Alternative Energy Including Hybrid Systems

Introduces Alternative Energy with an emphasis on solar photovoltaic systems, small wind turbines technology, the theory of PV technology, PV applications, solar energy terminology, system components, site analysis, PV system integration and PV system connections and small wind turbine technology site analysis.

Prerequisite: None
Corequisite: None
Credit Hours: 3 | Lecture Hours: 2 | Lab Hours: 2 | Contact Hours: 4
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ELE 178- Wind Turbine Technology

Introduces many facets of the wind industry. Introduces the history and development of the wind systems as well as the future of the wind industry as the desire for alternative energy grows. Presents the terminology used in the application of wind systems. Identifies the various types of wind energy turbines and other topics as appropriate. Includes safety training.

Prerequisite: None
Corequisite: None
Credit Hours: 4 | Lecture Hours: 3 | Lab Hours: 3 | Contact Hours: 6
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ELE 179- Satellite Dish Installation

Introduces installation, testing, troubleshooting, and repair of satellite dish systems. Prepares students for the Electronic Technician Association Certified Satellite Installer (CSI) certification necessary to compete for entry-level positions in the satellite installation industry.

Prerequisite: None
Corequisite: None
Credit Hours: 3 | Lecture Hours: 2 | Lab Hours: 3 | Contact Hours: 5
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ELE 188- Geothermal Technology for Electricians

Provides an introduction to the use of geothermal energy as it applies to electricians. Introduces geothermal system design, installation, and maintenance. Focuses on site surveys, soil types, header design, loop types, pump sizing, flushing and purging. Introduces the feasibility of heat pump applications for local uses on an individual basis. Includes safety training.

Prerequisite: None
Corequisite: None
Credit Hours: 4 | Lecture Hours: 3 | Lab Hours: 3 | Contact Hours: 6
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ELE 189- Data Cabling Communication

Introduces construction, testing, troubleshooting, and repair of a variety of copper cables. Prepares students for the Electronics Technician Association Data Cable Installer Certification (DCIC) necessary to compete for entry-level positions in a wide range of networking, security and video companies.

Prerequisite: None
Corequisite: None
Credit Hours: 3 | Lecture Hours: 2 | Lab Hours: 3 | Contact Hours: 5
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ELE 211- Electrical Machines I

Studies the construction, theory of operations and applications of DC and AC machines. Part I of II.

Prerequisite: ETR 114 or ELE 150
Corequisite: None
Credit Hours: 3 | Lecture Hours: 2 | Lab Hours: 3 | Contact Hours: 5
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ELE 217- Electric Power Utilities

Provides an introduction to the electric power utilities field. Examines the generation, transmission and distribution of electrical energy.

Prerequisite: None
Corequisite: None
Credit Hours: 3 | Lecture Hours: 3 | Contact Hours: 3
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ELE 229- Troubleshooting and Maintenance of Electrical Systems

Introduces techniques of troubleshooting electrical systems and equipment such as motors, relays, power distribution, lighting, solenoids, and generators. Includes hands-on lab practices to develop and perform problem-solving skills, repair, and preventative maintenance of various types of electrical equipment using wiring diagrams, special meters, various troubleshooting procedures and safety practices.

Prerequisite: ELE 146 and ELE 150
Corequisite: None
Credit Hours: 3 | Lecture Hours: 2 | Lab Hours: 2 | Contact Hours: 4
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ELE 233- Programmable Logic Controller Systems I

Teaches operating and programming of programmable logic controllers. Covers analog and digital interfacing and communication schemes as they apply to systems.

Prerequisite: ELE 146 (prerequisite or corequisite)
Corequisite: None
Credit Hours: 3 | Lecture Hours: 2 | Lab Hours: 3 | Contact Hours: 5
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ELE 234- Programmable Logic Controller Systems II

Teaches operating and programming of programmable logic controllers. Covers analog and digital interfacing and communication schemes as they apply to systems.

Prerequisite: ELE 146
Corequisite: None
Credit Hours: 3 | Lecture Hours: 2 | Lab Hours: 3 | Contact Hours: 5
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ELE 239- Programmable Controllers

Examines installation, programming, interfacing, and concepts of troubleshooting programmable controllers.

Prerequisite: None
Corequisite: None
Credit Hours: 3 | Lecture Hours: 2 | Lab Hours: 2 | Contact Hours: 4
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ELE 246- Industrial Robotics Programming

Introduces industrial robotics and their programming for repetitive manufacturing systems. Includes the design of software that ensures safe operation and programming of both on- and off-line robot operations.

Prerequisite: None
Corequisite: None
Credit Hours: 3 | Lecture Hours: 2 | Lab Hours: 2 | Contact Hours: 4
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ELE 248- Microcontroller Interfacing and Programming

Explores issues and concerns related to the programming and interfacing of microcontrollers.

Prerequisite: None
Corequisite: None
Credit Hours: 3 | Lecture Hours: 2 | Lab Hours: 3 | Contact Hours: 5
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ELE 250- Fiber Optics Technology

Introduces testing, troubleshooting, and repair of fiber optic systems. Prepares students for the Electronics Technician Association Fiber Optics Technician (FOT) certification necessary to compete for technician level positions in a wide range of networking, security and video companies.

Prerequisite: None
Corequisite: None
Credit Hours: 3 | Lecture Hours: 2 | Lab Hours: 3 | Contact Hours: 5
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