Electromechanical Cluster

Electronics / Electrical Trades Program Description - Two-Year Program The Electronics/Electrical Trades Program will provide students with training in Alarm and Security Systems, Telecommunication Systems, Voice, Video and Data Systems, as well as Residential Line Voltage Systems. It will also highlight the installation, troubleshooting and repair of the systems/devices using cutting edge equipment. This program is incorporating one of the nation's newest curriculums based on the Consortium for Electronic Systems Technician Training. This Consortium is made up of over 10 leading trade associations representing electronic/electrical systems contracting companies such as; Building Industry Consulting Services International (BICSI) and National Joint Apprenticeship and Training Committee for the Electrical Industry (NJATC). The first year will be based on the installation and termination of residential wiring and devices, and telephone and data cabling for many of the electronic and electrical devices. It will also cover the applications of various types on conductors and cables used in the telecommunication and security systems. The second year will have emphasis on different schemes used for premise wiring of these systems. Cables, cabling terminating devices, installation guidelines, industrial and National Electrical Code and Standards as well as troubleshooting used with voice, video and data system are covered. Also present in the program will be the operation and description of various types and configurations of switchers, relays, timers, and photoelectric devices. Content Areas Fasteners and Anchors Cabling Applications Basic House Wiring Basic and Advanced Terminations Cable Testing and Troubleshooting Electrical Blueprints Basic and Advanced Test Equipment Electronic and Electrical Theory Applied Problem Solving Conduit Industrial and National Electrical Code and Standards Fire Stopping Pathways and Spacers Helpful Experience and Aptitudes Ability to perform repetitive and short-cycled tasks Good vision and color perception Good spatial and mechanical aptitude Good eye-hand coordination Manual dexterity High school classes in applied math or algebra, technology education and computer applications Attention to detail Ability to follow directions Career Entry Opportunities Companies that employ people to integrate, install, provide field maintenance and service of products that: Transport voice, video, audio and data signals in commercial or residential premises Capture and display or otherwise annunciate signals Control signals Use low voltage and line voltage to control mechanical and electrical apparatus Electrical Apprentice opportunity Benefits for the College Bound This program provides students with skills to use when financing a college education. After successful completion of this program, a student may be granted college credit toward an associate degree in industrial electronics technology from Grand Rapids Community College, Ferris State University, and ITT Technical Institute. Credit may be granted based upon competency testing and instructor recommendation.