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Electrical Technology
The Electrical Technology program prepares students for in-demand careers in the electrical and power industries. This hands-on program combines strong technical foundations with practical, real-world training in electrical systems, controls, motors, and safety practices. Students gain the skills needed to install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair electrical equipment used in residential, commercial, and industrial settings.
- Career Path
- Construction Industry & Manufacturing
Programs
Electrical Technology, A.A.S.
The Electrical Technology program prepares students for employment in the electrical industry. There is an increased demand for trained electricians to work in the installation, maintenance, and service of residential, commercial and industrial electrical systems. Rewarding career opportunities exist in the areas of industrial automation and fiber optic installations. The program provides comprehensive, theoretical and hands-on training to meet the industry’s continued and changing demands for qualified personnel. Students are required to purchase tools and books.
Graduates of this program may secure entry-level employment in positions such as electronics technician, field service representative, technical writer, sales representative, computer technician and network technician.
Areas of employment may include research and development, servicing and maintenance, manufacturing and sales. Job responsibilities may require technicians to install and test newly designed equipment, operate and maintain complex electronic systems, write servicing or operating manuals, as well as represent manufacturers and wholesale/retail establishments.
The AAS in Electronics Engineering Technology is accredited by Engineering Technology Accreditation Commission of ABET, under the commission’s General Criteria and Program Criteria for Electrical/Electronic(s) Engineering Technology and Similarly Named Programs.
All of the Electronics Engineering Technology AAS degrees are approved for Tech Prep. Qualified high school students may earn up to six credit hours toward the AAS degree through Tech Prep or dual credit. See an HCC counselor for information.
Students may transfer credits for the following courses to an Engineering Technology program at a four-year university in Texas: CETT 1403, DC Circuits; CETT 1405, AC Circuits; CETT 1425, Digital Fundamentals; CETT 1429, Solid State Devices; CETT 1357 (formally 1457), Solid State Circuits.
In addition, please note that a student may only earn one Occupational Skills Award (OSA) per academic year.
TSI testing required prior to first enrollment for all AAS degrees and Level II certificates.
The AAS in Electronics Engineering Technology is accredited by Engineering Technology Accreditation Commission of ABET, under the commission’s General Criteria and Program Criteria for Electrical/Electronic(s) Engineering Technology and Similarly Named Programs.
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Electronics Engineering Technology
Smart Building Technology, A.A.S.
The Smart Building Technology AAS will prepare students for the low-voltage electrical controls industry. This will include everything from working with ethernet and fiber optics to various control systems like audio/visual, low-voltage lighting, fire alarm systems, security control systems, retail automation, energy management, and environmental controls. This is a new and exciting area to enter, so you can install and maintain these systems as well as do basic contol networking to integrate these various systems together in the smar home and building industries.
Graduates of this program may secure entry-level employment in positions such as electronics technician, field service representative, technical writer, sales representative, computer technician and network technician.
Areas of employment may include research and development, servicing and maintenance, manufacturing and sales. Job responsibilities may require technicians to install and test newly designed equipment, operate and maintain complex electronic systems, write servicing or operating manuals, as well as represent manufacturers and wholesale/retail establishments.
The AAS in Electronics Engineering Technology is accredited by Engineering Technology Accreditation Commission of ABET, under the commission’s General Criteria and Program Criteria for Electrical/Electronic(s) Engineering Technology and Similarly Named Programs.
All of the Electronics Engineering Technology AAS degrees are approved for Tech Prep. Qualified high school students may earn up to six credit hours toward the AAS degree through Tech Prep or dual credit. See an HCC counselor for information.
Students may transfer credits for the following courses to an Engineering Technology program at a four-year university in Texas: CETT 1403, DC Circuits; CETT 1405, AC Circuits; CETT 1425, Digital Fundamentals; CETT 1429, Solid State Devices; CETT 1357 (formally 1457), Solid State Circuits.
In addition, please note that a student may only earn one Occupational Skills Award (OSA) per academic year.
TSI testing required prior to first enrollment for all AAS degrees and Level II certificates.
The AAS in Electronics Engineering Technology is accredited by Engineering Technology Accreditation Commission of ABET, under the commission’s General Criteria and Program Criteria for Electrical/Electronic(s) Engineering Technology and Similarly Named Programs.
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Electronics Engineering Technology
Electrical Technician, O.S.A.
This training program provides the skills, knowledge and hands-on experience required for a long-term career to be an electrician. Electricians install electrical systems in structures; including installation of wiring and other electrical components, such as circuit breaker panels, switches, and light fixtures, and they follow blueprints, the National Electrical Code® and state and local codes.
The Electrical Technician I & II courses are designed to train students to be an entry-level electrician. This are of study prepares students for entry-level electrician positions, including residential wiring, as well as commercial/ industrial applications. Industrial Electricity courses includes specialized courses where students work on equipment used in industry.
Prerequisite - HS Diploma/GED
Supplies - Students are responsible for the purchase of their textbooks and tools.
Program Credentials - HCC certificate of Completion in Electrical Technician
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Construction Trades
Solar Installer, I.C.
Solar Installer program prepares students with technical and skills training in the areas of photovoltaic systems, installations, safety protocols, electrical knowledge and codes for residential. The training will prepare students for the Electrical Technician Association International (ETA) Level 1 PV Installer certification.
Prerequisites
- HS Diploma/GED recommended
- 17 years of age
Supplies
- Textbooks required for students in the program.
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