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Electrical Technology

Studying Electrical Technology at Calhoun

The Associate of Applied Science degree in Advanced Manufacturing, with a major in Electrical Technology, will prepare graduates to be an entry-level electrician/electrician’s helper. The electrical industry is a career-goaled, lucrative, and rewarding industry that offers many avenues to success. This is a great beginner field for anyone looking to have a career in the electrical field but has little experience. This degree is meant to take someone who knows nothing about electricity and turn them into an employable and trainable electrician.

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Concepts covered in the major include:

  • AC/DC Theory
  • Wiring Methods
  • Conduit Bending
  • NEC Codes
  • Fundamentals of programmable logic controllers
  • Distribution Systems
Additional fields of interest are maintenance and companies employing multi-craft maintenance personnel for manufacturing and processing plants and Heating, Ventilation and Air-Conditioning (residential, commercial, industrial and maintenance). The degree may be strengthened by adding a few more classes which can provide the opportunity to earn another industrial maintenance degrees.

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Collis Sims

Industrial Systems Technology Instructor

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