Cape Fear Community College

 

ELECTRICITY: Course Descriptions


 

ELC 111 - Intro to Electricity
This course introduces the Fundamental concepts of electricity and test equipment to non-electrical/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.
  • Course Hours Per Week: Class 2, Lab 2.
  • Semester Hours Credit: 3.
  • Prerequisite: None.

 

ELC 112 - DC/AC Electricity
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.
  • Course Hours Per Week: Class 3, Lab 6.
  • Semester Hours Credit: 5.
  • Prerequisite: None.

 

ELC 113 - Basic Wiring I
This course introduces the care/usage of tools and materials used in electrical installations and the requirements of the National Electrical Code. Topics include NEC, electrical safety, and electrical blueprint 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 basic electrical installations.
  • Course Hours Per Week: Class 2, Lab 6.
  • Semester Hours Credit: 4.
  • Pre/Corequisite: None.

 

ELC 114 - Basic Wiring II
This course provides additional instruction in the application of electrical tools, materials, and test equipment associated with 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 electrical installations.
  • Course Hours Per Week: Class 2, Lab 6.
  • Semester Hours Credit: 4.
  • Prerequisite: ELC 113.

 

ELC 115 - Industrial Wiring
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.
  • Course Hours Per Week: Class 2, Lab 6.
  • Semester Hours Credit: 4.
  • Prerequisite: ELC 113.

 

ELC 117 - Motors and Controls
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.
  • Course Hours Per Week: Class 2, Lab 6.
  • Semester Hours Credit: 4.
  • Prerequisite: None.
  • Corequisites: None.

 

ELC 118 - National Electrical Code
This course covers the use of the current National Electrical Code. Topics include the NEC history, wiring methods, overcurrent protection, materials, and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to effectively use the NEC.
  • Course Hours Per Week: Class 1, Lab 2.
  • Semester Hours Credit: 2.
  • Prerequisite: ELC 113 or permission of the instructor.

 

ELC 119 - NEC Calculations
This course covers branch circuit, feeder, and service calculations. Emphasis is placed on sections of the National Electrical Code related to calculations. Upon completion, students should be able to use appropriate code sections to size wire, conduit, and overcurrent devices for branch circuits, feeders, and service.
  • Course Hours Per Week: Class 1, Lab 2.
  • Semester Hours Credit: 2.
  • Prerequisite: ELC 118 or permission of the instructor.

 

ELC 125 - Diagrams & Schematics
This course covers the interpretation of electrical diagrams, schematics, and drawings common to electrical applications. Emphasis is placed on reading and interpreting electrical diagrams and schematics. Upon completion, students should be able to read and interpret electrical diagrams and schematics.
  • Course Hours Per Week: Class 1, Lab 2.
  • Semester Hours Credit: 2.
  • Prerequisite: ELC 113
  • Corequisites: None.

 

ELC 128 - Intro to PLC
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 install PLCs and create simple programs.
  • Course Hours Per Week: Class 2, Lab 3.
  • Semester Hours Credit: 3.
  • Prerequisite: ELC 117 or ELC 131
  • Corequisites: None

 

ELC 131 - DC/AC Circuit Analysis
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 software, and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to interpret circuit schematics; design, construct, verify, and analyze DC/AC circuits; and properly use test equipment.
  • Course Hours Per Week: Class 4, Lab 3.
  • Semester Hours Credit: 5.
  • Prerequisite: ENG 095, RED 060 or ENG 111
  • Co-requisite: MAT 121.

 

ELC 133 - Advanced Circuit Analysis
This course covers additional concepts of DC/AC electricity, the use of test equipment, and measurement techniques for electrical/electronics majors. Topics include the application of network theorems such as delta/wye transformations, Superposition Theorem, and other advanced circuit analysis principles. Upon completion, students should be able to construct and analyze DC/AC circuits used advanced circuit analysis theorems, circuit simulators, and test equipment.
  • Course Hours Per Week: Class 2, Lab 3.
  • Semester Hours Credit: 3.
  • Prerequisite: ELC 131.

ELC 228 - PLC Applications
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.
  • Course Hours Per Week: Class 2, Lab 6.
  • Semester Hours Credit: 4.
  • Prerequisite: ELC 128.

 

ELC 229 - Applications Project
This course provides an individual and/or integrated team approach to a practical project as approved by the instructor. Topics include project selection and planning, implementation and testing, and a final presentation. Upon completion, students should be able to plan and implement an applications-oriented project.
  • Course Hours Per Week: Class 1, Lab 3.
  • Semester Hours Credit: 2.
  • Prerequisite: ELC 112, ELC 113, or ELC 140.

 

ELC 231 - Applications Project
This course covers the basic principles of electric power systems, including transmission lines, generator and transformer characteristics, and fault detection and correction. Emphasis is placed on line diagrams and per unit calculations for circuit performance analysis in regards to voltage regulation, power factor, and protection devices. Upon completion, students should be able to analyze simple distribution subsystems, calculate fault current, and determine the size and type of circuit protection devices.
  • Course Hours Per Week: Class 3, Lab 2.
  • Semester Hours Credit: 4.
  • Prerequisite: None.