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ELC

15 courses with the subject ELC, 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.

ELC 112DC/AC Electricity5

This course introduces the fundamental concepts of and computations related to DC/AC electricity. Emphasis is placed on DC/AC circuits, components, operation of test equipment; and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to construct, verify, troubleshoot, and repair DC/AC circuits.

Subject
ELC
Credits (min)
5
Credits (max)
5
Credit unit
Credit Hour(s)
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 Catalog
Source
catalog.alamancecc.edu
ELC 112ABDC/AC Electricity (1st half of the split course)2.5

This course introduces the fundamental concepts of and computations related to DC/AC electricity. Emphasis is placed on DC/AC circuits, components, operation of test equipment; and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to construct, verify, and analyze simple DC/AC circuits.

Subject
ELC
Credits (min)
2.5
Credits (max)
2.5
Credit unit
Credit Hour(s)
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 Catalog
Source
catalog.alamancecc.edu
ELC 112BBDC/AC Electricity (2nd half of the split course)2.5

This course introduces the fundamental concepts of and computations related to DC/AC electricity. Emphasis is placed on DC/AC circuits, components, operation of test equipment; and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to construct, verify, troubleshoot, and repair DC/AC circuits.

Subject
ELC
Credits (min)
2.5
Credits (max)
2.5
Credit unit
Credit Hour(s)
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 Catalog
Source
catalog.alamancecc.edu
ELC 113Residential Wiring4

This course introduces the care/usage of tools and materials used in residential electrical installations and the requirements of the National Electrical Code. Topics include NEC, electrical safety, and electrical print reading; planning, layout; and installation of electrical distribution equipment; lighting; overcurrent protection; conductors; branch circuits; and conduits. Upon completion, students should be able to properly install conduits, wiring, and electrical distribution equipment associated with residential electrical installations.

Subject
ELC
Credits (min)
4
Credits (max)
4
Credit unit
Credit Hour(s)
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 Catalog
Source
catalog.alamancecc.edu
ELC 115Industrial Wiring4

This course covers layout, planning, and installation of wiring systems in industrial facilities. Emphasis is placed on industrial wiring methods and materials. Upon completion, students should be able to install industrial systems and equipment.

Subject
ELC
Credits (min)
4
Credits (max)
4
Credit unit
Credit Hour(s)
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 Catalog
Source
catalog.alamancecc.edu
ELC 115ABIndustrial Wiring (1st half of the split course)2

This course covers layout, planning, and installation of wiring systems in industrial facilities. Emphasis is placed on industrial wiring methods and materials. Upon completion, students should be able to install industrial systems and equipment.

Subject
ELC
Credits (min)
2
Credits (max)
2
Credit unit
Credit Hour(s)
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 Catalog
Source
catalog.alamancecc.edu
ELC 115BBIndustrial Wiring (2nd half of the split course)2

This course covers layout, planning, and installation of wiring systems in industrial facilities. Emphasis is placed on industrial wiring methods and materials. Upon completion, students should be able to install industrial systems and equipment.

Subject
ELC
Credits (min)
2
Credits (max)
2
Credit unit
Credit Hour(s)
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 Catalog
Source
catalog.alamancecc.edu
ELC 117Motors and Controls4

This course introduces the fundamental concepts of motors and motor controls. Topics include ladder diagrams, pilot devices, contactors, motor starters, motors, and other control devices. Upon completion, students should be able to properly select, connect, and troubleshoot motors and control circuits. Competencies

Subject
ELC
Credits (min)
4
Credits (max)
4
Credit unit
Credit Hour(s)
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 Catalog
Source
catalog.alamancecc.edu
ELC 117ABMotors and Controls2

This course introduces the fundamental concepts of motors and motor controls. Topics include ladder diagrams, pilot devices, contactors, motor starters, motors, and other control devices. Upon completion, students should be able to properly select, connect, and troubleshoot motors and control circuits. Competencies Student Learning Outcomes 1. Demonstrate safe practices and procedures with tools, materials and industry accepted test equipment covered in the course. 2. Demonstrate appropriate use of test equipment, evaluate circuit performance and apply appropriate troubleshooting techniques to control circuits. 3. Interpret and use ladder and wiring diagrams, symbols, and schematics. 4. Demonstrate and describe the use of relays, contactors, motor starters and pilot devices in electrical control circuits. 5. Describe principles and operations related to electrical control circuits. 6. Describe the concepts of rotating electrical machinery.

Subject
ELC
Credits (min)
2
Credits (max)
2
Credit unit
Credit Hour(s)
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 Catalog
Source
catalog.alamancecc.edu
ELC 117BBMotors and Controls2

This course introduces the fundamental concepts of motors and motor controls. Topics include ladder diagrams, pilot devices, contactors, motor starters, motors, and other control devices. Upon completion, students should be able to properly select, connect, and troubleshoot motors and control circuits. Competencies Student Learning Outcomes 1. Demonstrate safe practices and procedures with tools, materials and industry accepted test equipment covered in the course. 2. Demonstrate appropriate use of test equipment, evaluate circuit performance and apply appropriate troubleshooting techniques to control circuits. 3. Interpret and use ladder and wiring diagrams, symbols, and schematics. 4. Demonstrate and describe the use of relays, contactors, motor starters and pilot devices in electrical control circuits. 5. Describe principles and operations related to electrical control circuits. 6. Describe the concepts of rotating electrical machinery.

Subject
ELC
Credits (min)
2
Credits (max)
2
Credit unit
Credit Hour(s)
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 Catalog
Source
catalog.alamancecc.edu
Prerequisite
ELC 117AB Semester(s) Offered: S, SS
ELC 128Intro to PLC3

This course introduces the programmable logic controller (PLC) and its associated applications. Topics include ladder logic diagrams, input/output modules, power supplies, surge protection, selection/installation of controllers, and interfacing of controllers with equipment. Upon completion, students should be able to understand basic PLC systems and create simple programs.

Subject
ELC
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credit Hour(s)
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 Catalog
Source
catalog.alamancecc.edu
ELC 128ABIntro to PLC (1st half of the split course)1.5

This course introduces the programmable logic controller (PLC) and its associated applications. Topics include ladder logic diagrams, input/output modules, power supplies, surge protection, selection/installation of controllers, and interfacing of controllers with equipment. Upon completion, students should be able to understand basic PLC systems and create simple programs.

Subject
ELC
Credits (min)
1.5
Credits (max)
1.5
Credit unit
Credit Hour(s)
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 Catalog
Source
catalog.alamancecc.edu
ELC 128BBIntro to PLC (2nd half of the split course)1.5
Subject
ELC
Credits (min)
1.5
Credits (max)
1.5
Credit unit
Hours
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 Catalog
Source
catalog.alamancecc.edu
ELC 213Instrumentation4

This course covers the fundamentals of instrumentation used in industry. Emphasis is placed on electric, electronic, and other instruments. Upon completion, students should be able to install, maintain, and calibrate instrumentation.

Subject
ELC
Credits (min)
4
Credits (max)
4
Credit unit
Credit Hour(s)
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 Catalog
Source
catalog.alamancecc.edu
ELC 228PLC Applications4

This course continues the study of the programming and applications of programmable logic controllers. Emphasis is placed on advanced programming, networking, advanced I/O modules, reading and interpreting error codes, and troubleshooting. Upon completion, students should be able to program and troubleshoot programmable logic controllers.

Subject
ELC
Credits (min)
4
Credits (max)
4
Credit unit
Credit Hour(s)
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 Catalog
Source
catalog.alamancecc.edu

Source: Alamance Community College's catalog, linked per course · table learning_unit · CourseShelf publish 61