Electrical Technology, Certificate, AAS

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Electrical Technology Certificate with Associate of Applied Science Option

The Electrical Technology certificate program is a 30-credit hour program that includes theory and hands-on application. The program prepares students to take the Journeyman Electrician exam. In Kansas, individual cities and counties issue licenses for electricians. The first requirement is typically attainment of the Journeyman classification through training and passing the Journeyman exam.

The program utilizes the National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER) curriculum. NCCER is a nationally recognized credentialing and certification system. Students completing the program will cover NCCER Core and Electrical Level 1. Successful students will also obtain OSHA 10 certification. This program is aligned with the Kansas Board of Regents Electrical Technology Program CIP: 46.0302.

Electricians install, maintain, and repair electrical power, communications, lighting, and control systems in homes and businesses. Students may enter the industry as journeyman electricians, ready to perform on-the-job training in preparation for licensure. The Kansas Labor Information Center (KLIC) indicates the median wage for electricians is $58,290 and the occupation is expected to grow 4.9% from 2020 to 2030.

In this program, students will learn about the electrical trade with strong emphasis on electrical safety. Students will learn electrical theory and the National Electric Code. Students will obtain hands-on experience with electrical circuits, device boxes, raceways and fittings, conductors and cables. Additionally, students will learn how to read electrical construction drawings and how to use electrical testing equipment.

Program Path Sequence:

The listing that follows is a recommended sequence of courses. Students should consult with an advisor for information specific to their academic situation.

For More Information Contact: Dale Roecker, 620-432-0459 droecker@neosho.edu or Outreach, 620-432-0406 outreach@neosho.edu if program advisor is unavailable.

Semester I	Semester II
CMCT 105 OSHA10 Safety Orientation 1 cr hrs	ELEC 106 AC/DC Circuits I 4 cr hrs
CMCT 106 Introduction to Craft Skills 3 cr hrs	ELEC 108 Residential Wiring I 4 cr hrs
ELEC 102 Print Reading 3 cr hrs
Total Credit Hours: 7	Total Credit Hours: 8

Semester III	Semester IV
ELEC 104 National Electrical Code I 4 cr hrs	ELEC 204 National Electrical Code II 4 cr hrs
ELEC 206 Commercial Wiring I 4 cr hrs	ELEC 210 Electrical Externship 3 cr hrs
Total Credit Hours: 8	Total Credit Hours: 7
Total Electrical Technology Certificate Credits: 30

Associate of Applied Science Option

Students interested in completing an Associate of Applied Science degree in Industrial Engineering Technology should visit with an advisor to determine general education requirements. The AAS Degree requires 64 credit hours including a minimum of 42 technical credits hours. First-time, full-time students are required to take CURR 100 First Year Seminar (SGE)⁰⁷⁰.

Required General Education Courses Include:

ENGL 101 English Composition I 3 cr hrs (SGE)⁰¹⁰
COMM 213 Interpersonal Communication 3 cr hrs (SGE)⁰²⁰
OR COMM 207 Fundamentals Of Speech 3 cr hrs (SGE)⁰²⁰
CSIS 100 Computer Concepts & Applications 3 cr hrs (SGE)⁰⁷⁰
Additional General Education Hours to bring degree total to 64.

Total Program Credits for Associate of Applied Science Degree: 64

Electrical Technology Certificate Program Outcomes

Demonstrate an understanding of OSHA safety standards.
Demonstrate the ability to correctly use power and hand tools.
Demonstrate the ability to read blueprints.
Use and interpret the National Electric Code.
Demonstrate an understanding of AC/DC Circuits.
Demonstrate safe and proper residential wiring methods.
Demonstrate safe and proper commercial wiring methods.
Demonstrate basic employability skills.