Course Descriptions

ELPT  1311  Basic Electrical Theory
Basic theory and practice of electrical circuits. Includes calculations as applied to alternating and direct current. Lab required. 3 credit hours. (W)

 

ELPT  1321  Introduction to Electrical Safety and Tools
Safety rules and regulations. Includes the selection, inspection, use, and maintenance of common tools for electricians. Lab required. 3 credit hours. (W)

 

ELPT  1325  National Electrical Code I
An introductory study of the National Electrical Code (NEC) for those employed in fields requiring knowledge of the Code.  Emphasis on wiring design, protection, methods, and materials; equipment for general use; and basic calculations. Prerequisites/Concurrent Enrollment:  ELPT 1311 and ELPT 1321. 3 credit hours. (W)

 

ELPT  1329  Residential Wiring
Wiring methods for single family and multi-family dwellings. Includes load calculations, service entrance sizing, proper grounding techniques, and associated safety procedures. Lab required. Prerequisites/Concurrent Enrollment:  ELPT 1311 and ELPT 1321. 3 credit hours. (W)

 

ELPT  1341  Motor Control
Operating principles of solid–state and conventional controls along with their practical applications. Includes braking, jogging, plugging, safety interlocks, wiring, and schematic diagram interpretations. Lab required. Prerequisite/Concurrent Enrollment:  ELPT 1357. 3 credit hours. (W)

 

ELPT  1345  Commercial Wiring
Commercial wiring methods. Includes overcurrent protection, raceway panel board installation, proper grounding techniques, and associated safety procedures. Lab required. Prerequisites/Concurrent Enrollment:  ELPT 1311 and ELPT 1321. 3 credit hours. (W)

 

ELPT  1357  Industrial Wiring
Wiring methods used for industrial installations. Includes motor circuits, raceway and bus way installations, proper grounding techniques, and associated safety procedures. Lab required. Prerequisite:  ELPT 1345. 3 credit hours. (W)

 

ELPT  1371  Electrical Fundamentals
Introduction to basic principles of electricity and electrical systems.  Topics include electrical calculations, electrical measurements, and electrical safety procedures. Note: This course is designed for non-electrical majors. Lab required. 3 credit hours. (W) 

 

ELPT  2305  Motors and Transformers
Operation of single- and three-phase motors and transformers. Includes transformer banking, power factor correction, and protective devices. Lab required. Prerequisite:  ELPT 1357. 3 credit hours. (W)

 

ELPT  2325  National Electrical Code II
In-depth coverage of the National Electrical Code (NEC) for those employed in fields requiring knowledge of the Code. Emphasis on wiring protection and methods, special conditions, and advanced calculations. Prerequisite: ELPT 1325. 3 credit hours. (W)