Certificate of Completion in Industrial Electrical Systems

Automated Industrial Technology
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Field of Interest

Field of Interest: Applied Technology

The Certificate of Completion (CCL) in Industrial Electrical Systems program curriculum is designed to prepare students to troubleshoot, maintain and repair a variety of automated electro-mechanical, product assembly and product distribution systems that use electrical devices. An Associate in Applied Science (AAS) in Automated Industrial Technology (AIT) and additional AIT Certificates of Completion (CCL) are also available at select colleges. Please check with your local college for program availability.

Details

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Field of Interest
Applied Technology
Type
Certificate of Completion (CCL)
Academic Plan
Industrial Electrical Systems (CER)
Academic Plan Code
5317N
Total Credits Required
10
Catalog Year
2024-2025
Effective Term
Spring 2025
Notes

This program is not eligible for Title IV Federal Financial Aid.
Students must earn a grade of C or better in all courses within the program.

What You’ll Learn

This pathway map will help you gain the expertise needed to:

  1. Describe and adhere to safety, health and environmental rules and regulations.
  2. Analyze AC/DC circuits in analog and digital systems.
  3. Perform preventive and predictive maintenance of automated industrial equipment.
  4. Test electrical and power distribution systems, including calibration and adjustment as necessary.
  5. Interpret electrical and power schematics.
  6. Measure current, voltage and resistance.
  7. Troubleshoot and repair motor and electrical systems.
  8. Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.

Career Opportunities

Successful completion of this certificate may lead to employment in a variety of different occupations and industries. Below are examples of related occupations with associated Maricopa County-based annual median wages* for this certificate. Education requirements vary for the occupations listed below, so you may need further education or degrees in order to qualify for some of these jobs and earn the related salaries. Please visit with an academic advisor and/or program director for additional information. You can click on any occupation to view the detail regarding education level, wages, and employment information.

Electric Motor and Power Tool Repairers

$43,713

Electrical and Electronics Repairers for Commercial and Industrial Equipment

$65,500

* Career and wage information provided by Lightcast using data, reports, and forecasts which are generated using government data sources and Lightcast’s proprietary analytical processes. Lightcast’s data covers multiple classes of workers including QCEW, non-QCEW, and those who are self-employed. Disclaimer

Course Sequence by Term

The following is the suggested course sequence by term. Please keep in mind:

  • Students should meet with an academic advisor to develop an individual education plan that meets their academic and career goals. Use the Degree Progress Report Tool in your Student Center to manage your plan.
  • The course sequence is laid out by suggested term and may be affected when students enter the program at different times of the year.
  • Initial course placement is determined by current district placement measures and/or completion of 100-200 level course and/or program requirements.
  • Degree and transfer seeking students may be required to successfully complete a MCCCD First Year Experience Course (FYE) within the first two semesters at a MCCCD College. Courses include FYE101 and FYE103. Course offerings will vary by college. See an academic, program, or faculty advisor for details.

Part-time Sequence

Part-time status is 11 credit hours or less.

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Term 1

A sequence of suggested courses that should be taken during Term 1
Course Number Course Name Requisites Notes Credits
AIT100 Industrial Safety 1
AIT125 DC and AC Components and Circuits 3

Term 2

A sequence of suggested courses that should be taken during Term 2
Course Number Course Name Requisites Notes Credits
AIT225 Industrial Motors and Motor Control 3
AIT227 Power Distribution Systems 3

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Disclaimer

Students must earn a grade of C or better in all courses within the program.

Course Sequence total credits may differ from the program information located on the MCCCD curriculum website due to program and system design.

This certificate is not eligible for Title IV Federal Financial Aid.

At Maricopa, we strive to provide you with accurate and current information about our degree and certificate offerings. Due to the dynamic nature of the curriculum process, course and program information is subject to change. As a result, the course list associated with this degree or certificate on this site does not represent a contract, nor does it guarantee course availability. If you are interested in pursuing this degree or certificate, meet with an academic advisor to discuss the requirements at your college for the appropriate catalog year.

View MCCCD’s official curriculum documentation for additional details regarding the requirements of this award (https://aztransmac2.asu.edu/cgi-bin/WebObjects/MCCCD.woa/wa/freeForm11?id=189837).