Fundamentals of Commercial and Residential Electrical

School of Agriculture and Industrial Technology

The Electronics Department at Merced College is offering cross disciplinary curricula that prepare students for rewarding entry-level technician positions in various high-tech fields as Electronics, Electrical, Computer Networking and Industrial Electronics, and Instrumentation and Process Control.

These programs introduce students to electrical and electronics tools, components, circuits, energy sources, analog and digital integrated devices that can be found in complex technical equipment. Hands-on laboratory exercises are designed to develop real-world practical skills in using modern test equipment for troubleshooting circuits and repairing various industrial computerized systems and networks, specific to each area of study.

The Certificate in the Commercial and Residential Electrical program is designed to provide knowledge and skills in the electrical building trade. These include use of tools, installation of circuitry, equipment, and special service systems, reading blueprints, and a basic understanding of electronics and electronic devices, Installation, operation, maintenance and repair of electrical systems in buildings, including residential, commercial, and electrical-distribution panels.

Program Student Learning Outcomes

A. Calculate electrical circuit loads from an electrical blueprint or schematic.

B. Interpret National Electrical Code requirements to verify proper wiring installation practices.

C. Evaluate electrical safety equipment to determine its appropriateness for specific job tasks.

D. Assess the operational impact of individual electrical components within complete electrical circuits or systems.

Program Requirements:

Program Core: (12 Units)