Commercial and Residential Electrician - Associate of Applied Science

Associate of Applied Science

Program Learning Outcomes

  1. Demonstrate ability to understand requirements of the National Electrical Code in all wiring installations.
  2. Understand and apply knowledge in layout, assembly, installation, and troubleshooting of fixtures, devices, services, heating systems, pumps, motors, and motor controls used in residential, commercial, and some industry locations.
  3. Understand and apply knowledge of electrical theory and techniques of the trade, including blueprint reading, wiring, pipe bending, motor control, switching, power circuits and lockout/tag out procedures.

Program of Study

1st Semester
CourseTitleCredits
ENGL-1301Composition I3
ELPT-1321Introduction to Electrical Safety and Tools3
ELTN-1391Special Topics: Electric Blueprint Reading3
ELPT-1329Residential Wiring3
ELPT-1325National Electrical Code I3
2nd Semester
CourseTitleCredits
MATH-1332Contemporary Math (Quantitative Reasoning)3
ELPT-1345Commercial Wiring3
ELPT-1320Fundamentals of Electricity II3
ELPT-1315Electrical Calculations I3
ELTN-1343Electrical Troubleshooting3
3rd Semester
CourseTitleCredits
XXXX-X3XXSocial and Behavioral Sciences Elective3
ELPT-1341Motor Control3
ELTN-1391Special Topics: Electric Blueprint Reading3
ELPT-1357Industrial Wiring3
ELPT-2319Programmable Logic Controllers I3
4th Semester
CourseTitleCredits
XXXX-X3XXLanguage, Philosophy, and Culture Elective3
or
XXXX-X3XXCreative Arts Elective3
SPCH-1315Public Speaking3
or
SPCH-1318Interpersonal Communication3
ELPT-2323Transformers3
ELPT-2325National Electrical Code II3
ELPT-2335Electrical Theory and Devices3

Notes

ENGL-1301, ELPT-1321, ELTN-1391, ELPT-1329, ELPT-1325, MATH-1332, ELPT-1345, ELPT-1320, ELPT-1315, ELTN-1343, ELPT-1341, ELTN-1391, ELPT-1357, ELPT-2319, ELPT-2323, ELPT-2325, and ELPT-2335: Grade of C or better is required for graduation

XXXX-X3XX (Social and Behavioral Sciences Elective), XXXX-X3XX (Language, Philosophy & Culture Elective), and XXXX-X3XX (Creative Arts Elective): Students may take any course within this category of the TSC General Education Core Curriculum

This information is provided as an example only. You will develop a personalized plan with your Success Coach and faculty advisor/mentor that reflects your goals and interests. You are required to meet with an advisor each semester to ensure you are on track for graduation. This document does not contain all the information you need to stay on track for graduation.

Credit Hours

Catalog year 2026-2027 Last checked against the catalog October 29, 2026 Official catalog page