Electrical Design, Installation, & Alternative Energy
2-Year Program
Plattsburgh Campus
Renewable-energy technologies along with traditional wiring is a rapidly growing sector of electrical constructing. An upgraded curriculum offers young professionals the more current trade methods and equipment. Electrical construction training is based on compliance with the National Electric Code and emphasizes the electrical design, installation and maintenance of residential and commercial systems. With growing concerns about the future and security of electrical energy, renewable resources such as solar power are becoming increasingly important. Young professionals will acquire the entry level skills necessary to meet the demands of a diverse trade and discover a rewarding future career.
Course of Study
Electrical Safety
- P.E. – Job Site
- OSHA 10 Training
- ARC Fault Safety
Electrical Fundamentals
- Ohms Law Formula
- Power Formula
- Series Circuit Problems & Lab
- Parallel Circuit Problems & Lab
Wire and Cable
- Variety of wire splices
- Conductor Properties
- Wire & Cable Methods
Lighting
- LED Fixture
- Outdoor Fixture
- Smoke Detector
- 3-way Switch
Appliance Circuits
- Energy Star Appliances
- Mechanical Ventilation & Control
- Dryer
- Range
- Electric Water Heater
Electric Service
- Utility Metering
- 200 Amp
- Pole Service
- Sub Feeder
- Size Circuit Breakers
- Arc Fault Breakers
New Construction Rough In
- Read Prints – Layout
- Cable Runs & Splices
- Lighting Schedule
- Circuit Tie-in
Conduit Formulas & Bending
- Offsets
- Saddles
- Wire Fills – NEC appendix
- Rigid Conduit – Ream & Thread
Electrical Troubleshooting
- Fuses – Test – Sizing
- Motor Overloads
- Fluorescent Ballasts
- Circuit Breakers
- Meter Testing
Alarm & Control
- Alarm Cable
- Detecting Devices
- Fire Alarm Panel
- Program Events
Blueprint Design & Research
- Interprets Prints & Symbols
- Produce Working Drawings
- Lighting Schedule
- Circuit Schedule
- Design PV Circuit
- Design Wind Power
Alternative Energy Lab
- Load Study & Management
- Utility Metering Specification
- Calculating Size
- Interconnect PV Panels
- Batteries
- Hybrid System
- Charge Controller
- DC Motor
- Charge Load
21st Century Skills
- Communication Skills
- Decision Making Skills
- Interpersonal Skills
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Program Highlights
- Hands on Training
- Electrical Safety & OSHA 10 Training
- CPR Training
- Electrical Fundamentals
- Wiring Methods & Supplies
- Residential Electrical Design
- Heating and Appliance Installation
- Conduit Installation & Bending Methods
- Residential/Commercial Service Installation
- Electrical Home Troubleshooting & Repair
- Fire & Alarm Systems
- Alternative Energy
- Solar/Wind Energy Trainer & Installations
Career Connections
- Residential Electrician
- Commercial Electrician
- Electrical Contractor
- Electrical Apprentice
- Solar Wind Tech
- Security & Alarm Tech
- Building Maintenance Electrician
Articulation Agreements
- Clinton Community College
- Lincoln Technical Institute
- Hudson Valley Community College
- SUNY Delhi
Certifications
- OSHA-10: Construction
- NWRC/21st Century Skills
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Special Notes
Students are responsible for providing appropriate work clothes, footwear, hardhats
and safety glasses.
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