This program provides in-depth instruction in the theories and principles of electricity. Principles of operation for electrical devices and equipment, and correct and safe operation of tools are covered. The student will study and learn to interpret and apply the requirements of the National Electric Code for designing electrical layouts, installation methods, and the maintenance, trouble shooting, and repair of electrical circuits and equipment.
During their two years of study, students will receive instruction and hands-on training in the laboratory for the following areas of specialization.
Practical (hands-on) application of the classroom theory is the main emphasis of the laboratory work. Electrical construction and maintenance electrician students assist in the design and installation of the electrical installations of many projects both on and off campus. Approximately one-third of lab time is spent on actual work sites, gaining real-life work experience.
Recommended: Math A (algebra); good writing and reading comprehension skills
A student must successfully complete all courses in the prescribed four-semester program and earn a minimum cumulative index of 2.0, which is equivalent to a "C" average.
Summer internships are available to selected students through the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers, Village of Wellsville Electric Department, and Kodak in Rochester, allowing students to gain additional, valuable trade experience.
The electrical construction and maintenance electrician program offers an excellent opportunity to our graduates who have earned a minimum of 2.5 GPA to matriculate into our robotics and computerized control tecnician program. Students who have met these requirements may take a challenge exam for the freshman year of the robotics and computerized control technician program. Upon passing the challenge exam with a grade of 75 or better, the student will be enrolled as a senior student. This means that the student may earn two separate AOS degrees from the Electrical/Electronic Service Department in just three years.
The following local chapters of the International Brotherhood of Electrical Worker (IBEW) have signed articulation agreements with the electrical construction and maintenance technician program at Alfred State College.
The above IBEW Locals have agreed to award qualified graduates from Alfred State College's electrical construction and maintenance electrician program, advanced placement in their apprenticeship programs. The degree of advanced placement to be awarded will be determined after review by the joint apprenticeship committee and after all conditions of the joint apprenticeship standards have been met.
Students receive 1,800 hours of practical experience and classroom training in their two years at the Wellsville campus. Approximately 1,400 hours are hands-on lab work. Classes start at 8 a.m. and end at 2:50 p.m. each day.
| First Semester | credits | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| ELTR | 1156 | Residential Wiring I | 6 |
| ELTR | 1166 | Res Wiring Lab I A | 6 |
| ELTR | 1176 | Res Wiring Lab I B | 6 |
| 18 | |||
| Second Semester | credits | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| ELTR | 2156 | Residential Wiring II | 6 |
| ELTR | 2166 | Res Wiring Lab II A | 6 |
| ELTR | 2176 | Res Wiring Lab II B | 6 |
| 18 | |||
| Third Semester | credits | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| ELTR | 3159 | Electrical Power Systems | 9 |
| ELTR | 3169 | Magnetic Motor Controls | 9 |
| 18 | |||
| Fourth Semester | credits | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| ELTR | 4169 | Alarms & Special Systems | 9 |
| ELTR | 4159 | Program Controls for Industrial Automation | 9 |
| 18 | |||