Electrical Technology
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About Electrical Technology
Electrical Technology provides the opportunity to acquire the theory and skills needed to gain entry-level employment and advancement at an accelerated pace in the electrical field. Students will be able to apply basic electrical theory to all aspects of electrical technology. Skills and safe working habits are developed through construction and maintenance work project assignments. Since electricity has become an integral part of everyday life, an adequate supply of electrical power is necessary, as well as a reliable system for efficient utilization; thus, there is a continuing need for qualified electrical technicians.
Graduates’ knowledge and skills are useful in such career areas as electrical engineering technicians, power plant technicians, electrical construction, industrial maintenance, and as technical representatives. High school prerequisites for this program are Algebra I & II, and a GPA of at least 2.5.
What you’ll learn
- Demonstrate technical skills in a variety of electrical fields, apply these skills to new developments in these fields, and apply accepted safety standards.
- Demonstrate the ability to design, develop, and analyze electrical circuits and systems.
- Complete parts lists and order forms that demonstrate knowledge of catalogs and of coding and numbering systems for devices, hardware, and materials.
- Interpret and develop blueprints, schematic diagrams, and wiring plans and transform them into functioning projects that conform to the National Electrical Code and/or other specifications.
- Evaluate electrical circuits and systems and communicate the results of such evaluations verbally or in writing.
- Demonstrate basic knowledge of construction procedures and electrical wiring techniques.
- Demonstrate knowledge of the use of test equipment and the electrical theory
Sample Job Titles
Chief Electrician; Control Electrician; Electrician; Industrial Electrician; Inside Wireman; Journeyman Electrician; Journeyman Wireman; Maintenance Electrician; Mechanical Trades Specialist, Electrician; Qualified Craft Worker, Electrician (QCW, Electrician)
Essential Skills Needed
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Quick facts
Location
Snyder Building, Main Campus; Second-Year, Woolworth Building, Main Campus
Type of program
Associate Degree
Job/Salary Outlook
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Length of program
2 years, 74 credits
Cost of program
$4,500/semester tuition
$3,105 – $3,623/semester housing
$1,915 – $2,417/semester meal plan
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Program details
Courses
MODEL SCHEDULE FOR ELECTRICAL TECHNOLOGY
Semester 1
- ELEC 107 Theory and Analysis Lab I (1 credit)
- ELEC 113 Theory and Analysis I (4 credits)
- ELEC 117 Practicum (4 credits)
- ELEC 120 Systems Design I (3 credits)
- MATH 137 Intermediate Algebra (or higher) (3 credits)
- ENG 106 Composition I (3 credits)
Semester 2
- ELEC 126 Systems Design II (3 credits)
- ELEC 157 Theory and Analysis lab II (1 credit)
- ELEC 162 Theory and Analysis II (4 credits)
- ELEC 168 Practicum II (4 credits)
- ENG 216 Technical Writing (3 credits)
- MATH 141 Trigonometry (or higher) (3 credits)
Semester 3
- ELEC 211 Industrial Electronics (4 credits)
- ELEC 216 D.C. & A.C. Motors and Generators (4 credits)
- ELEC 257 Industrial Motor Control (4 credits)
- PHYS 213 General Physics I (4 credits)
- CIS 111 Intro to Computer Applications (3 credits)
Semester 4
- ELEC 206 Industrial Electricity (4 credits)
- ELEC 263 Advanced Industrial Motor & Drive Control (4 credits)
- ELEC 267 Programmable Logic Controllers (4 credits)
- Humanities Elective (3 credits)
Additional General Education Requirements
- Health/PE Elective (1 credit)
- General Studies Elective (3 credits)
Total Credits 74
Faculty
Frederick Bube
Associate Professor, Electrical Technology, Second-Year Students bube@stevenscollege.edu
Keith Brubaker
Instructor, Electrical Technology, First-Year Students, ’16 brubakerk@stevenscollege.edu
Andrew Jacobs
Associate Professor, Electrical Technology, Second-Year Students jacobs@stevenscollege.edu
Brian Kochan
Associate Professor, Electrical Technology, Second-Year Students, ’11 kochan@stevenscollege.eduOccupational Advisory Committee
The Occupational Advisory Committee (OAC) serves as a vital link between the Program of study and industry, ensuring that the program remains aligned with current workforce needs, technological advancements, and best practices in the field. Composed of employers, educators, and other community members, the committee provides guidance, feedback, and recommendations to enhance the curriculum, instructional methods, and student learning experiences.
Purpose and Responsibilities:
- Curriculum & Industry Alignment
- Workforce Readiness
- Student & Faculty Support
- Internship & Employment Connections
- Accreditation & Program Evaluation
- Facilities & Equipment Recommendations
By fostering a strong relationship between academia and industry, the OAC helps ensure that Thaddeus Stevens College programs maintain the highest standards in CTE (career and technical education).
- Chris Bair, Tri-M Group
- Ray Buckwalter, Associated Building Inspectors (ABI)
- Ed Bernitsky, IBEW LU 743
- Bill Beyer, Campbells Snacks/Pepperidge Farm
- Randy Blair, Heat and Control
- Felix DeJesus, Armstrong World Industries
- Justin Fisher, Americold
- Bobby Helsel, III, Tri-M Group
- Alexandra Hickey, Hershey/Y&S Candies
- Kevin Phipps, Tri-M Group
- Steven Schriver, Shingle & Gibb Automation
- Kurt Suchar, Schaedler Yesco
- Greg Weikel, Swartley Bros. Engineers, Inc.
- Christian Wise, Cargill
The outcomes speak for themselves
Graduates’ knowledge and skills are useful in such career areas as electrical engineering technicians, power plant technicians, electrical construction, industrial maintenance, and as technical representatives.
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