Electrical Technology
About this program
You enjoy science. Excel at math. And it’s easy to imagine yourself in a hands-on career. If that’s the case, a future in electrical technology could be yours. At Penn College, you’ll learn alongside experienced instructors. Troubleshooting circuitry. Exploring industrial electronics and electrical machinery. Mastering the features of programmable logic controllors (PLCs). And you’ll do it all in advanced learning labs, using tools and equipment just like you’ll see in the field.
And if you want to level up, we've got a degree for that too. As an Electrical Technology student, you're eligible to pursue a dual degree in Building Automation Engineering Technology.
Careers
- Field service technician
- Electrical engineering technologist
- Industrial technician
Courses
At Penn College, we believe your educational experience should go beyond specialized skills. Real-world ready means taking a broader approach that builds communication skills, inspires collaboration, and encourages exploration of arts, history, and science.
Specialization requires in-depth knowledge and high-level proficiency. Students learn and apply major-specific concepts, skills, and methods.
- Direct Current Fundamentals (ELT111)
- Residential Electrical Theory (ELT114)
- Residential Electrical Lab (ELT115)
- Topics of Construction Safety (ELT100)
- Construction Lab II-Commercial (ELT120)
- Alternating Current Fundamentals (ELT122)
- Electrical Drawing & Print Reading (ELT130)
- Industrial Motor Control (ELT227)
- Industrial Electronics (ELT235)
- Introduction to Programmable Logic Control (ELT245)
- Industrial Power & Control Systems (ELT254)
- Programmable Logic Control Input/Output Devices (ELT249)
- Applied Industrial Networking Essentials (ELT221)
Perspectives are points of view, offering a variety of ways of understanding, interacting, and influencing the world. Students identify, explain, and utilize the approaches used by academics and professionals to study, analyze, or understand problems, and offer solutions.
Next steps...
You're on your way to becoming a tomorrow maker.
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Electrical Labs Transformed
Check out the recently revamped electrical labs filled with new equipment and individual work stations for students.
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Electrical Technology
If you appreciate a solid challenge and love flexing your troubleshooting skills, you've come to the right place. This hands-on career path is matched with an equally hands-on approach to learning. From day one, you'll begin exploring the theories and mastering the technical skills that will push you to become a leader in your field.
