Program Pathway | INDUSTRIAL TECHNOLOGY
Electrical Technology
Associate of Applied Science Degree
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Electrical Technology
Associate of Applied Science Degree
Think you might be interested in pursuing a career as an electrician? This program is designed to prepare students for employment in the Electrical, Electronic or Industrial Maintenance field. In addition, this program aids in preparing students that are eligible to sit for the NEC Journeyman’s license. While completing this Electrical Technology AAS, students will also complete the Practical Electrical Technician and Advanced Practical Electrical Technician Career Studies Certificates.
Program Length 2 years (5 semesters) Career Opportunities Electrician, Electrical/Electronics, or Industrial Maintenance Technician, Industrial Field Service, Maintenance Supervisor.
Is this pathway for you? Yes, if you have a strong work ethic, enjoy problem-solving, and work well with your hands.
G3 Eligible This program is G3 eligible. G3 Scholarships cover tuition and fees for Virginia residents of modest income who are pursuing high demand careers.
Tuition & Fees At only $162.11 per credit hour, you’ll save $10K
to $22K, in tuition costs alone, by starting at VHCC! Out-of-state students living within a 30-mile radius qualify for in-state tuition.
With 20+ years of experience as well as an Associate’s Degree in Electrical Technology and Siemens Certifications in Mechatronics instruction, Donnie Melvin is well versed in commercial and industrial maintenance and brings extensive practical, real-world experience to the classroom.
Donnie Melvin
Program Coordinator ISC 142A dmelvin@vhcc.edu | 276-739-2453
YOUR PROGRAM PATHWAY | 5 Semesters First Semester (Fall) DRF 161 Blueprint Reading ELE 157 Electricity Fundamentals ELE 111 Home Electric Power I ENG 111 or 115 English Composition I or Technical Writing SDV 101 Orientation to College Success SAF 130 Industrial Safety-OSHA 10 TOTAL CREDITS Second Semester (Spring) MTH 111 Basic Technical Mathematics ELE 112 Home Electric Power II ELE 141 DC & AC Machines ITE 100 Introduction to Information Systems ELE 131 National Electrical Code I
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Third Semester (Fall) ELE 233 Programmable Logic Controllers I ELE 245 Industrial Wiring MEC 161 Hydraulics & Pneumatics BUS 100 Introduction to Business
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MUS 121 or Music in Society or 3 REL 230 Religions of the World TOTAL CREDITS 15
Fourth Semester (Spring) ELE 234 Programmable Logic Controllers II 3 ELE 225 Electrical Control Systems 4 PED Physical Education Elective 1 ELE 175 Industrial Solid State Devices & Circuits 3 Principles of Economics or 3 ECO 201 or PSY 120 Human Relations TOTAL CREDITS 14 Fifth Semester (Summer) ELE 132 National Electricdal Code II WEL 110 Welding Processes TOTAL CREDITS
*For certain courses, substitutions are permitted. Visit vhcc.edu/GenEdCore and talk with your faculty advisor.
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Why start at Virginia Highlands? For more than 50 years, VHCC has been committed to making our region a better place to live, work, and learn!
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The SAT and ACT are merely numerical indicators of college readiness and are therefore not required. We’ve found that if you’re committed to your own success, regardless of your scores, then we’ll be able to help you cross the finish line!
Career Services & Job Opportunities! Our instructors and career coaches are recognized by regional industry leaders and enjoy tremendous success connecting our students with employment opportunities upon degree completion.
17:1
Student to Faculty Ratio
80+
Programs of Study
84%
of Students Get Financial Aid
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Virginia Highlands Community College was recently voted the #1 College in the Region through the Best of Bristol Awards Program - from a group of two and four year colleges and universities in southwest Virginia and northeast Tennessee.
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