Asheville-Buncombe Technical Community College · Courses
ELC
13 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 111Intro to Electricity2
This course introduces the fundamental concepts of electricity and test equipment to nonelectrical/electronic majors. Topics include basic DC and AC principles (voltage, resistance, current, impedance); components (resistors, inductors, and capacitors); power; and operation of test equipment. Upon completion, students should be able to construct and analyze simple DC and AC circuits using electrical test equipment.
This course introduces the care/usage of tools and materials used in residential electrical installations and the requirement of the National Electrical Code (NEC). 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 The numbers following course titles indicate class, lab, clinic/ abtech.edu
2 2 Corequisites: None This course provides instruction in the application of electrical tools, materials, and test equipment associated with commercial electrical installations. Topics include the NEC;safety; electrical blueprints; planning, layout, and installation of equipment and conduits; and wiring devices such as panels and overcurrent devices. Upon completion, students should be able to properly install equipment and conduit associated with commercial electrical installations. *ELC-115 Industrial Wiring 2 6 4 0 3 Prerequisites: None 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. *ELC-117 Motors and Controls 2 6 4 This course introduces the fundamental concepts of motors and motor controls. Topics include ladder diagrams, pilot 3 5 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.
Total Credit Hours Required 17 Electrical Construction Certificate (C35130L7) The Electrical Construction Certificate program provides students with a comprehensive foundation in electrical systems used in residential, commercial, and industrial settings. Through hands-on labs and classroom instruction, students develop practical skills in wiring installation, electrical motor control, and construction practices. Graduates are equipped for entry-level roles in the electrical trade and have the opportunity to earn nationally recognized third- party credentials. Courses requiring a grade of “C” or better: CST and
This course covers the use of the current National Electrical Code (NEC). Topics include the NEC history, wiring methods, overcurrent protection, materials, and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to effectively use 4 2 the NEC.
This course introduces DC and AC electricity with an emphasis on circuit analysis, measurements, and operation of test equipment. Topics include DC and AC principles, circuit analysis laws and theorems, components, test equipment operation, circuit simulation, and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to interpret circuit schematics; design, 2 3 construct, verify, and analyze DC/AC circuits; and properly use test equipment. *ELC-131A Circuit Analysis I Lab 0 3 1 This course provides laboratory assignments as applied to fundamental principles of DC/AC electricity. Emphasis is placed on measurements and evaluation of electrical components, devices and circuits. Upon completion, the students will gain hands-on experience by measuring voltage, current, and 6 4 opposition to current flow utilizing various meters and test equipment. ELC-132 Electrical Drawings 1 3 2 s Corequisites: None This course introduces the technical documentation that is typically found or used in the industrial environment. Topics include interpretation of service manuals, freehand sketching of lines, orthographic views and dimensions, and blueprint reading. Upon completion, students should be able to interpret technical documents and blueprints and use basic drafting skills to prepare usable field drawings. co-op/shop, and credit hours, respectively.
Total Credit Hours Required 15 Air Conditioning, Heating & Refrigeration Technology Diploma (D35100) Students must complete the Cooling Certificate and the Heating Certificate before beginning the Diploma and AAS. Courses requiring a grade of “C” or better: AHR, ELC, and WBL Required Courses Credits
This course introduces the concepts, tools, techniques, and materials needed to understand systems that convert solar energy into electricity with photovoltaic (PV) technologies. Topics include site analysis for system integration, building codes, and advances in photovoltaic technology. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of the principles of photovoltaic technology and current applications.
This course introduces specific elements in photovoltaic (pv) systems technologies including efficiency, modules, inverters, charge controllers, batteries, and system installation. Topics include National Electrical Code (NEC), electrical specifications, photovoltaic system components, array design and power integration requirements that combine to form a unified structure. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of various photovoltaic designs and proper installation of NEC compliant solar electric power systems. *ELC-228 PLC Applications 2 6 4 This course covers programming and applications of Corequisites: N programmable logic controllers. Emphasis is placed on programming techniques, networking, specialty I/O modules, and system troubleshooting. Upon completion, students should be able to specify, implement, and maintain complex PLC controlled systems.
