Electricity Program
The Electricity program will begin by teaching students how to organize a project work sequence. They will learn principles in basic safety (10-hr OSHA), electrical math, electrical theory, material and equipment, blueprint reading, communication, and employability skills. Students will interpret schematics; construct basic circuits, use test equipment, and electrical as well as install, test, and repair receptacle outlets, lighting, and small appliance circuits. They will understand circuit protection concepts and install a subpanel. A specialty circuit installation will be addressed. Students will complete the program with an intense study of commercial and industrial electrical systems.
Electricity Program Instructor
Kory Cooper
Phone: 330-729-4100 EXT: 1529
Email: kory.cooper@mahoningctc.com
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Students in this program will learn:
- Industrial and commercial wiring system
- Operation of testing equipment
- Analysis of electrical circuits
- Service of residential and commercial wiring systems
- Industrial wiring installation and repair
- Operation of industrial motor controls from Logic
- Line diagrams
- The National Electrical Code (NEC)
College Connection
Electricity Program Higher Education Options
Two-year technical degree in electrical technology, or Four-year professional degree in electrical engineering. Students who choose to continue their education after MCCTC will be eligible to receive credit for:
- 250 Hours in the Electrical Tech Program at the New Castle School of Trade
- Credit for Construction Safety 3 & Construction Technology at Kent State University
- ELE 101 4 at Eastern Gateway Comunity College
- EDT 121 Eng Tech Seminar 1 at Stark State College
- Hours/Credits in a four-year apprenticeship program through IBEW or IEC
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Career Resources
Electricity Program Career Options
Students who have completed this program are prepared for careers as:
- Electrical Control Assembler
- Electrical Maintenance Helper
- Heating and Air Conditioning Installer
- Residential Electrician
- Commercial Electrician
- Lineman
Electricity Program Industry Credentials
- NCCER Core (6 credits)
- NCCER Level 1 (6 credits)
- Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) (1 credit)
Electricity Program Industry Organization
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