Catalog & Student Handbook 2018-2019 
    
    Mar 28, 2024  
Catalog & Student Handbook 2018-2019 [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Construction Technology: Electrical Diploma


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Diploma: Construction Technology Diploma, Electrical Track

Length: Five semesters

Purpose: A shortage of qualified electricians, residential wire installers, and workers in the electrical trades has created the need for trained personnel in the construction industry. The Construction Technology Electrical Diploma track is designed for those seeking entry level employment in the Electrical Trades and is a pathway to Virginia Tradesman Licensure. Successful completion of the two year Construction Technology Electrical Diploma meets eligibility requirements for those seeking Virginia Tradesman Licensure. In addition, a minimum of two years of documented work experience in the trade is required for licensure The Electrical Diploma (including the integrated Electrical Trades Career Studies Certificate) provides training based on the current Virginia adoption of the National Electric Code (NEC). In addition, the track provides training and a pathway that can lead to a number of construction related credentials including Contractor Licensure, OSHA 10-30 Construction Industry Safety Training, and NABCEP Entry Level PV Installer Testing.

Occupational Objectives:
Journeyman Electrician Tradesman
Entry Level Electrical Trades Worker
Entry Level Residential Wiring Installer

Admission Requirements: In addition to the admission requirements established for the college, entry into the Construction Technology Diploma Program requires competency in English ENF 1 and Math Essentials  MTE 1-3 as demonstrated through the placement and diagnostic tests, or by satisfactorily completing the required ENF or MTE units or equivalent.

The following list is a suggested sequence in which students may plan their class schedules to ensure graduation in two years.

Suggested Credits for Semester: 12


Suggested Credits for Semester: 14


Suggested Credits for Semester: 6


Third Semester


Suggested Credits for Semester: 16


Fourth Semester


Suggested Credits for Semester: 12


Total Minimum Credits Required for this Curriculum: 60


* Integrated 24 credit Electrical Trades Career Studies Certificate

**Core Electives: AIR 121 , AIR 122 , BLD 140 , BLD 141 , BLD 142 

NOTE: Students may only earn ONE Construction Technology Diploma. Completion of additional coursework in multiple Construction Technology tracks MAY lead to the awarding of Career Studies Certificates in the other tracks if appropriate. Consult with your faculty advisor if you wish to earn multiple awards.

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