Students will learn material technology, project scheduling, construction documentations estimating, cost management environmental systems, field engineering, safety and risk management, communication, leadership and management skills.

The practicum provides the venue in which students work on projects specifically designed to provide current workplace experience. Students are also advised by industry professionals who make classroom appearances and provide field trips as needed.

Instruction begins with electrical fundaments; electrical theories and principles, analysis and calculation, and drafting and layout. The next level of coursework builds a foundation by adding detailed design skills, CAD, cost estimation and project management. Designers learn crucial problem-solving skills as they advance through the program.

The Design students begin with basic electrical theory and application and progress to motor controls, electrical installations and power systems design, and to lighting and safety systems.

The National Electrical Code (NEC) is studied extensively as it is fundamental to making design decisions. Quarterly projects integrate all aspects of electrical layout and build upon the skills acquired in the Arts and Sciences courses.

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