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)