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Associate in Science Degree
The Electrical Technology Associate’s Degree program trains students for entry-level careers in the electrical industry. Construction electrician, maintenance electrician, power system technician, electrical relay technician, electrical research technician, electrical distribution sales, electro-mechanical technician, electrical technical support, and entry level controls engineer are some of the diverse careers open to graduates.
The curriculum integrates electrical theory and practical application to give students not only the manual skills to wire and install electrical systems and apparatus but also the mathematical and practical knowledge to support, explain and troubleshoot each application. As part of the Electrical Technology Associate’s Degree program, computer programs are integrated into the coursework to allow for practice of circuit calculations, to create working models that simulate real circuit conditions and to support classroom lectures and demonstrations. Of equal importance is the thorough study of the safety rules, protocols, and procedures laid out in the National, Massachusetts and Rhode Island Electrical Codes as well as the OSHA standards for the construction and general industries.
Electrical Technology laboratory projects provide hands-on experience to develop wiring techniques and to simulate actual job conditions. The courses and projects range from elementary breadboard experiments to advanced control circuits utilizing PLC ladder logic. Students install lighting, power, network, and control devices used in residential, commercial and industrial environments.
Earn your Associate’s Degree in Electrical Technology in as little as 18 months, days or evenings. After completing certain prerequisites, graduates of this program are eligible to continue on for a Bachelor of Science Degree in Electronics Engineering Technology.
Electrical Technology with Renewable Energy Systems
The curriculum in New England Tech’s Associate Degree program in Electrical Technology has expanded to include renewable energy generation. Topics covered include various renewable energy sources such as wind power, photovoltaic power, hydro power, fuel cells, tidal power, solar hot water and geo-thermal power. Students examine the components, installation, environmental impact, maintenance, practicality, site sustainability, and local regulations pertaining to renewable energy sources and will track the energy produced by New England Tech’s wind turbine and photovoltaic panels including net metering analysis and economic impact. Upon completion, students will be prepared to take the national certification exam offered by the North American Board of Certified Energy Practitioners (NABCEP). New England Tech is a registered provider of the NABCEP PV Entry Level Exam.
To support these new courses, New England Tech has installed a 156-foot-tall wind turbine at its Access Road Campus next to Route 95 and mounted 135 SolarWorld solar electric (photovoltaic, or “PV”) panels on its Electrical Technology Building at the same campus. Using solar electric and wind turbine technologies, New England Tech will demonstrate the possibilities of renewable energy generation for both academic purposes and for economic and environmental concerns.
“We look for employees with relevant work experience in their field of study that have passion, drive, and the desire to excel in what they do. We look to New England Tech grads because they have those traits.
New England Tech grads come pretty well prepared because of the practical, hands-on experience. They learn the fundamentals which puts them a step ahead, especially in our apprenticeship program.”
Maja Zino, Human Resource Generalist
Wayne J. Griffin Electric, Holliston, MA
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Program Mission, Goals and Outcomes
Program Mission:
The mission of the Electrical Technology Program (ELY) is to provide a specialized associate degree program to prepare students for entry-level technical careers in diverse electrical, electro-mechanical, technical support, and electrical controls fields. ELY students will develop skills in problem-solving, critical thinking, and appropriate use of construction tools through practical experience in the wiring and troubleshooting of a wide variety of electrical projects. Students will study and learn a background of electrical science, mastery of fundamental mathematical principles, and the knowledge of safety rules and procedures laid out in the National Electrical Code, enabling them to perform the duties of an apprentice electrician or entry-level technician. Graduates will attain a basic foundation of knowledge and skills that an employer can build upon with continuing education.
Program Goals:
1. The ELY program will provide appropriate learning opportunities for students to acquire the theoretical knowledge, applicable skills and attitude necessary to function as an entry-level electrical technician or electrical apprentice.
2. ELY students who are entering a State-run electrical apprenticeship program:
• Will acquire the necessary skills for transfer into a State program and
• May meet, contingent on applicable law and regulation, some of the requirements (which vary from state to state) necessary to qualify for state electrical journey electrician licensing exams. Continuing education is a component of most electrical apprentice programs.
3. The ELY program will instill in the student a sense of commitment to the electrical industry’s core values and ethics.
Program Outcomes:
Graduates of this program will be able to:
1. Identify, define, and analyze:
• Fundamental principles of electrical circuitry and processes
• Electrical industry materials, tools and equipment
2. Research Electrical industry standards for installation criteria and safety considerations.
3. Function as a team member to install, maintain and troubleshoot residential, commercial, and industrial projects.
4. Demonstrate effective oral and written communications using correct technical terminology with supervisors, co-workers, clients, and suppliers.
5. Perform tasks and duties in a “safe and workmanlike manner” with regards to legal obligations applicable to the electrical industry.
6. Demonstrate attitudes, values, and behaviors congruent with electrical industry standards and ethics.
Courses Offered
Associate in Science Degree
ELY 114 Electrical Foundations I
ELY 115 Electrical Foundations I Lab
ELY 116 Introduction to Residential Wiring/NEC I
ELY 117 Basic Wiring Techniques Lab
ELY 124 Electrical Foundations II
ELY 125 Electrical Foundations II Lab
ELY 126 Residential Wiring/NEC II
ELY 127 Residential Wiring II Lab 0
ELY 136 Transformers
ELY 137 Transformers Lab
ELY 138 Advanced Wiring/NEC III
ELY 139 Advanced Wiring III Lab
ELY 214 Motor Controls
ELY 215 Motor Controls Lab
ELY 216 Motor Theory
OSH 218 OSHA Construction Safety and Health
ELY 222 Industrial Controls
ELY 221 Industrial Controls Lab
ELY 240 Introduction to PLCs
ELY 241 Introduction to PLCs Lab
ELY 242 Motor Drive Systems
ELY 235 Advanced Industrial Controls Lab
ELY 246 Advanced PLCs
ELY 247 Advanced PLCs Lab
Renewable Engergy Systems:
Track #1 - Current Students:
ELY280 Photo-Voltaic Energy
ELY281 Photo-Voltaic Energy Lab
ELY290 Renewable Energy Sources
SCI110 Environment Science
Track #2 - Prior NEIT graduates and non-NEIT graduates
ELY280 Photo-Voltaic Energy
ELY281 Photo-Voltaic Energy Lab
ELY290 Renewable Energy Sources
