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19 courses with the subject ELEC, each shown exactly as we captured it from the college's catalog, with every element we hold. Where the wording looks broken, that is our reading of the catalog, not the college's text.

ELEC 1002Electrical Theory I6

Credit(s) 4 credits lecture/2 credits lab This course introduces the basic concepts of electricity. Included are a basic study of resistance, conductors and insulators, current and voltage sources, voltage drops, Ohm’s Law, power, series circuit construction and analysis, parallel circuit construction ans analysis, series-parallel circuit construction and analysis, magnetism, instrument usage, circuit theorems, and terminology. Lab time is included to proved and reinforce learned electrical concepts. This course is a component of the Minnesota Department of Labor and Industry Electrical ACT Two-year Technical Program Experience Credit Rules.

Subject
ELEC
Credits (min)
6
Credits (max)
6
Credit unit
Credit(s)
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 Academic Catalog and Student Handbook
Source
catalog.anokatech.edu
Prerequisite
MATH 0801 with a C or better or appropriate placement score Course
Corequisite
ELEC 1021 and ELEC 1031
ELEC 1021Residential Wiring Lab I5

Credit(s) 2 credits lecture/3 credits lab This course is designed to give students the practical application and installation experience needed to install electrical materials, apparatus, and circuits necessary and required in residential construction. All installations are based on the current edition of the National Electric Code (NEC) and local accepted wiring standards or practices. Hand tolls will need to be purchased. This course is a component of the Minnesota Department of Labor and Industry Electrical ACT Two-year Technical Program Experience Credit Rules.

Subject
ELEC
Credits (min)
5
Credits (max)
5
Credit unit
Credit(s)
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 Academic Catalog and Student Handbook
Source
catalog.anokatech.edu
Prerequisite
None Course
Corequisite
ELEC 1002 and ELEC 1031
ELEC 1031National Electrical Code I3

Credit(s) 2 credits lecture/1 credit lab This course focuses on the National Electrical Code (NEC) which is the basis for electrical installations, inspections, and license examinations. Introductions to the code, how the code book is constructed, who determines its contents, and how to use the code book when installing electrical circuits are covered in this course. This course is a component of the Minnesota Department of Labor and Industry Electrical ACT Two-year Technical Program Experience Credit Rules.

Subject
ELEC
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credit(s)
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 Academic Catalog and Student Handbook
Source
catalog.anokatech.edu
Prerequisite
ENGL 0900 with a grade of C or better or appropriate placement score Course
Corequisite
ELEC 1002 and ELEC 1021
ELEC 1062Electrical Theory II6

Credit(s) 4 credits lecture/2 credits lab This course continues to develop concepts of electricity and alternating current (AC) circuits. Included are studies of magnetic induction; single phase generation; resistance in single phase AC series, parallel, and combination circuits; capacitance in single phase AC series, parallel, and combination circuits; inductance in single phase AC series, parallel, and combination circuits; phase relationships; power quality issues including power factor and harmonics; instrument usage and terminology. This course includes lab time to prove and reinforce learned electrical concepts. Lab time is included to prove and reinforce learned electrical concepts. This course is a component of the Minnesota Department of Labor and Industry Electrical ACT Two-year Technical Program Experience Credit Rules.

Subject
ELEC
Credits (min)
6
Credits (max)
6
Credit unit
Credit(s)
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 Academic Catalog and Student Handbook
Source
catalog.anokatech.edu
Prerequisite
ELEC 1002 and MATH 1400 with a grade of C or better
ELEC 1081Residential Wiring Lab II6

Credit(s) 2 credits lecture/4 credits lab This hands-on lab course is designed to give students the practical application and installation experience needed to install electrical materials, apparatus, and circuits necessary and required in residential construction. All installations are based on the current edition of the National Electric Code (NEC) and local accepted wiring standards or practices. Proper usage of equipment, hand and power tools, and safety practices will be covered. This course is a component of the Minnesota Department of Labor and Industry Electrical ACT Two-year Technical Program Experience Credit Rules.

Subject
ELEC
Credits (min)
6
Credits (max)
6
Credit unit
Credit(s)
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 Academic Catalog and Student Handbook
Source
catalog.anokatech.edu
Prerequisite
ELEC 1021 and ELEC 1031
ELEC 1091National Electrical Code II3

Credit(s) 2 credits lecture/1 credit lab This course is a continuation of National Electric Code I with emphasis on the study of feeders, branch circuit and feeder calculations, services, overcurrent protection, and grounding. This course is a component of the Minnesota Department of Labor and Industry Electrical ACT Two-year Technical Program Experience Credit Rules.

Subject
ELEC
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credit(s)
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 Academic Catalog and Student Handbook
Source
catalog.anokatech.edu
Prerequisite
ELEC 1031
ELEC 1101Power Limited2

Credit(s) 2 credits lecture/0 credits lab This course covers the general procedures for installing and terminating voice, data, fire alarm, and signaling cables with a structured cabling approach. Emphasis will be placed on the various types and ratings of common low-voltage cable, as well as fiber optic cable used for non power-limited or power-limited circuits. National Electrical Code (NEC) articles that pertain to these areas will also be studied. This course is a component of the Minnesota Department of Labor and Industry Electrical ACT Two-year Technical Program Experience Credit Rules.

Subject
ELEC
Credits (min)
2
Credits (max)
2
Credit unit
Credit(s)
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 Academic Catalog and Student Handbook
Source
catalog.anokatech.edu
Prerequisite
None
ELEC 1108PLC’s for Electricians3

Credit(s) 1 credit lecture/2 credits lab This course introduces programming and operating Allen Bradley MicroLogix 1000 fixed controllers, with an introductory classroom/lab course presenting devices and circuit applications commonly found in the electrical industry. The Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC) will be programmed and operated using RSLogix programming software. PLC topics include timers, counters, sequencers, subroutines, start-stop-job stations, and other programmable operations used in basic applications. Students will also learn how to trouble shoot, save, document, and print our a hard copy of their programs. This course is a component of the Minnesota Department of Labor and Industry Two-year Technical Program Experience Credit Rules.

Subject
ELEC
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credit(s)
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 Academic Catalog and Student Handbook
Source
catalog.anokatech.edu
Prerequisite
ELEC 1062 and ELEC 2021
ELEC 1110Lighting2

Credit(s) 2 credits lecture/0 credits lab This course covers lighting terminology and the principles of light and sight. It will cover incandescent, fluorescent, luminaires, and lamps. Luminaire installations and light distribution are covered as well as National Electrical Code (NEC) requirements for lighting and luminaires. This course is a component of the Minnesota Department of Labor and Industry Electrical ACT Two-year Technical Program Experience Credit Rules.

Subject
ELEC
Credits (min)
2
Credits (max)
2
Credit unit
Credit(s)
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 Academic Catalog and Student Handbook
Source
catalog.anokatech.edu
Prerequisite
None
ELEC 1122Electrical Heating and Air Conditioning3

Credit(s) 1 credit lecture/2 credits lab This course covers the principals and terminology of heating and cooling systems found in residential and commercial buildings. It also will cover control systems and schematic diagrams for heating and cooling. This course is a component of the Minnesota Department of Labor and Industry Electrical ACT Two-year Technical Program Experience Credit Rules.

Subject
ELEC
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credit(s)
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 Academic Catalog and Student Handbook
Source
catalog.anokatech.edu
Prerequisite
ELEC 1021
ELEC 1130Plan Reading2

Credit(s) 2 credits lecture/0 credits lab This course covers the basic analysis of construction methods and design. Included are the studies of interpreting prints, specifications and construction materials. This course is a component of the Minnesota Department of Labor and Industry Electrical ACT Two-year Technical Program Experience Credit Rules.

Subject
ELEC
Credits (min)
2
Credits (max)
2
Credit unit
Credit(s)
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 Academic Catalog and Student Handbook
Source
catalog.anokatech.edu
Prerequisite
None
ELEC 1142Safety Principles/OSHA2

Credit(s) 2 credits lecture/0 credits lab This course covers Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) practices that are common to labor industries and presents information on how to develop a personal strategy to help avoid unsafe practices. An overview of OSHA safety requirements for general industry and construction sites will be presented. This course is a component of the Minnesota Department of Labor and Industry Electrical ACT Two-year Technical Program Experience Credit Rules.

Subject
ELEC
Credits (min)
2
Credits (max)
2
Credit unit
Credit(s)
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 Academic Catalog and Student Handbook
Source
catalog.anokatech.edu
Prerequisite
None
ELEC 2011Commercial Wiring Lab I5

Credit(s) 2 credits lecture/3 credits lab This course is designed to give the students some practical application and practice of wiring installations normally found in commercial buildings. This course is taught in conjunction with ELEC 2031 National Electrical Code (NEC) III. This course is a component of the Minnesota Department of Labor and Industry Electrical ACT Two-year Technical Program Experience Credit Rules.

Subject
ELEC
Credits (min)
5
Credits (max)
5
Credit unit
Credit(s)
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 Academic Catalog and Student Handbook
Source
catalog.anokatech.edu
Prerequisite
ELEC 1091 Course
Corequisite
ELEC 2031
ELEC 2021Motors and Controls I2

Credit(s) 1 credit lecture/1 credit lab This course is designed to provide an introductory study of the fundamental theory and operation of electric motors, motor controllers, and motor control circuits. The course will include study of mechanical limit switches, relays, magnetic motor starters, motor overloads, symbols, and control ladder diagrams. Motor and motor starter installation, wiring, motor connections, and troubleshooting will also be covered for the common motor control circuits. This course is a component of the Minnesota Department of Labor and Industry Electrical ACT Two-year Technical Program Experience Credit Rules.

Subject
ELEC
Credits (min)
2
Credits (max)
2
Credit unit
Credit(s)
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 Academic Catalog and Student Handbook
Source
catalog.anokatech.edu
Prerequisite
ELEC 1062 and ELEC 1091 or in the CNC Service Technician Diploma
ELEC 2031National Electrical Code III3

Credit(s) 2 credits lecture/1 credit lab This course is a continuation of ELEC 1091 National Electrical Code II with an emphasis on grounding electrical services and equipment, bonding services and equipment, overcurrent protective devices, and wiring methods for commercial buildings. This course is a component of the Minnesota Department of Labor and Industry Electrical ACT Two-year Technical Program Experience Credit Rules.

Subject
ELEC
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credit(s)
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 Academic Catalog and Student Handbook
Source
catalog.anokatech.edu
Prerequisite
ELEC 1091
ELEC 2041Three-Phase Electrical Theory5

Credit(s) 2 credits lecture/3 credits lab This is a continuation of ELEC 1062 providing a review of single-phase circuits and a study of delta and wye poly-phase circuits, concepts of single and three phase transformer operation, connections, calculations, installation, and maintenance procedures. Lab time is included to prove and reinforce learned electrical concepts. This course is a component of the Minnesota Department of Labor and Industry Two-year Technical Program Experience Credit Rules.

Subject
ELEC
Credits (min)
5
Credits (max)
5
Credit unit
Credit(s)
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 Academic Catalog and Student Handbook
Source
catalog.anokatech.edu
Prerequisite
ELEC 1062
ELEC 2061Commercial Wiring Lab II6

Credit(s) 2 credits lecture/4 credits lab This course is a continuation of ELEC 2011 Commercial Wiring Lab I and is designed to give students exposure and practice with methods used in commercial and industrial wiring. Students will be required to perform the tasks listed in the major content area according to industry and National Electrical Code (NEC) standards. This course is a component of the Minnesota Department of Labor and Industry Electrical ACT Two-year Technical Program Experience Credit Rules.

Subject
ELEC
Credits (min)
6
Credits (max)
6
Credit unit
Credit(s)
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 Academic Catalog and Student Handbook
Source
catalog.anokatech.edu
Prerequisite
ELEC 2011 Course
Corequisite
ELEC 2081
ELEC 2072Motors and Controls II3

Credit(s) 1 credit lecture/2 credits lab This Motors and Controls course is a continuation of ELEC 2021 Motors and Controls I, and is intended to develop a fundamental understanding of electric motor control methods and techniques common in the electrical industry. This course will include study of electronic controls, time delay sequence control, interlocking circuits, reduced voltage starting, and troubleshooting process controls. This course will also include the study of Variable Frequency Drive (VFD) fundamental installation and operation. This course is a component of the Minnesota Department of Labor and Industry Two-year Technical Program Experience Credit Rules.

Subject
ELEC
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credit(s)
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 Academic Catalog and Student Handbook
Source
catalog.anokatech.edu
Prerequisite
ELEC 2021 and ELEC 2041
ELEC 2081National Electrical Code IV3

Credit(s) 2 credits lecture/1 credit lab This course is a continuation of ELEC 2031 National Electrical Code III and is a study of commercial and is a study of commercial and industrial wiring code applications.

Subject
ELEC
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credit(s)
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 Academic Catalog and Student Handbook
Source
catalog.anokatech.edu
Prerequisite
ELEC 2031

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