Electrical Construction Certificate

Location(s): North Lake

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(Level I Certificate)

North Lake campus only

Students pursuing this certificate are waived from the Texas Success Initiative (TSI) standards, but must meet course prerequisites.
Complete at least 25% of the credit hours required for graduation through instruction by Dallas College.

Degree Plan Code: CERT.ELECT.CONST

In partnership with the Dallas Electrical Joint Apprenticeship and Training Committee, this program provides a one-year (three-semester) certificate in Electrical when the students complete the technical and on-the-job training outlined in the certificate for Electrical listed below. Topics include: electrical theory, fundamentals of electrical, electrical job information, electrical calculations, circuits and systems, commercial and industrial wiring, motor controls, basic motor controls with an emphasis on safety.

Electrical Construction is a nationally approved apprenticeship program. Additional admission requirements are necessary for enrollment in this program.

Semester 1

Semester Total: 18 Credit Hours

Semester 2

Semester Total: 12 Credit Hours

Semester 3

Semester Total: 12 Credit Hours

Minimum Hours Required: 42 Credit Hours

Note(s)

Students enrolling in this program who plan to transfer to a four-year institution should consult an advisor or counselor regarding transfer requirements and the transferability of these courses to the four-year institution of their choice.