Program Pathway | INDUSTRIAL TECHNOLOGY
Practical Electrical Technician
Career Studies Certificate
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Practical Electrical Technician Career Studies Certificate
Interested in pursuing a career as an electrical technician? This program is the first part in a pathway to the Associate of Applied Science in Electrical Technology. The Advanced Practical Electrical Technician CSC is the second part of the pathway and can be completed following this program. This program aids in preparing students that are eligible to sit for the NEC Journeyman’s license.
Program Length 1 year (2 semesters) Career Opportunities Electrician’s helper, Electrical/ Industrial Technical Sales Assistant.
Is this pathway for you? Yes, if you have a strong work ethic, enjoy problem-solving, and work well with your hands.
G3 Eligible This program is G3 eligible. G3 Scholarships cover tuition and fees for Virginia residents of modest income who are pursuing high demand careers.
Tuition & Fees At only $162.11 per credit hour, you’ll save $10K
to $22K, in tuition costs alone, by starting at VHCC! Out-of-state students living within a 30-mile radius qualify for in-state tuition.
With 20+ years of experience as well as an Associate’s Degree in Electrical Technology and Siemens Certifications in Mechatronics instruction, Donnie Melvin is well versed in commercial and industrial maintenance and brings extensive practical, real-world experience to the classroom.
Donnie Melvin
Program Coordinator ISC 142A dmelvin@vhcc.edu | 276-739-2453
YOUR PROGRAM PATHWAY | 2 Semesters First Semester (Fall) ELE 111 Home Electric Power I ELE 157 Electricity Fundamentals SAF 130 Industrial Safety-OSHA 10 TOTAL CREDITS Second Semester (Spring) ELE 112 Home Electric Power II ELE 131 National Electrical Code I ELE 141 DC and AC Machines TOTAL CREDITS
3 6 1 10 3 3 4 10
Why start at Virginia Highlands? For more than 50 years, VHCC has been committed to making our region a better place to live, work, and learn!
Beautiful 100 acre campus in Abingdon
SAT & ACT Not Required for Admission
The SAT and ACT are merely numerical indicators of college readiness and are therefore not required. We’ve found that if you’re committed to your own success, regardless of your scores, then we’ll be able to help you cross the finish line!
Career Services & Job Opportunities! Our instructors and career coaches are recognized by regional industry leaders and enjoy tremendous success connecting our students with employment opportunities upon degree completion.
17:1
Student to Faculty Ratio
80+
Programs of Study
84%
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Virginia Highlands Community College was recently voted the #1 College in the Region through the Best of Bristol Awards program – from a group of two and four year colleges and universities in southwest Virginia and northeast Tennessee.
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