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Career Studies Certificate
Mountain Gateway Community College
This program is included in: FastForward
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Career Studies Certificate in Electrical Troubleshooting
Career Studies CertificateCareer Studies Certificate in Electrical Troubleshooting
Mountain Gateway Community College
This program is included in: FastForward
The Electrical Troubleshooting program is designed to prepare individuals for entry-level positions or advancement opportunities in the electrical field. Electrical troubleshooters are able to assist electricians in their daily tasks and perform basic troubleshooting functions. Work involves basic electrical troubleshooting and bending conduit, while also performing the duties of an electrical helper. This is the second level of a three level pathway
Outcomes
The Electrical Troubleshooting program is a continuation of the level 1 Practical Electrical Technician program. It was developed for those who wish to gain or upgrade skills for an academic award, either to enhance credentials and/or complete a program before continuing further study. Credits earned in this program may be applied toward the college’s Associate of Applied Science degree in Technical Studies/Electrical and Instrumentation Technology.
Program Overview & Guidance
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Delivery Mode
Hybrid
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| Program Guidance Element | What You Need to Know |
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| Considerations for Selecting Degree | Prepares individuals for entry level positions or advancement opportunities in the electrical field. You will be able to assist electricians in their daily tasks and perform basic troubleshooting functions |
| Considerations When Selecting Courses |
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| Program Requirements Beyond Specific Courses | |
| Doing More With Your Degree | |
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Program Credit Requirements
Please look above to see if a Transfer Guide is available for this program. lf you are a current Virginia Community College student or are planning to start at a Virginia Community College before transferring to this institution and program, please follow the Transfer Guide to plan your courses at the community college.
The table below provides the requirements to complete this program if you are not following a Transfer Guide. If you have an account and have created a Portfolio, the table includes the "Applied Credits" column. This column shows how the credits you earned based on the experiences you entered may be applied to satisfy these requirements. You can find schools where you can take courses that will transfer and apply to this degree using the Where Can I Find An Equivalent Course feature in the Transfer Tools menu.
The table below provides the requirements to complete this program if you are not following a Transfer Guide. If you have an account and have created a Portfolio, the table includes the "Applied Credits" column. This column shows how the credits you earned based on the experiences you entered may be applied to satisfy these requirements. You can find schools where you can take courses that will transfer and apply to this degree using the Where Can I Find An Equivalent Course feature in the Transfer Tools menu.
The program map provided below is an estimate based on courses identified as a result of reviewing your portfolio
and the requirements for the selected program.
A formal determination of credits awarded for your prior learning and their applicability to the degree requirements can only be made by the institution. The formal determination and resulting map may reflect higher or lower number of credits to be completed to achieve this program.
A formal determination of credits awarded for your prior learning and their applicability to the degree requirements can only be made by the institution. The formal determination and resulting map may reflect higher or lower number of credits to be completed to achieve this program.
Requirements
Required Credits
Career Studies Certificate in Electrical Troubleshooting
23
Certificate in Career Studies Electrical Troubleshooting
23
Course Requirements Electrical Troubleshooting CSC
23
ELE Course Req Electr Trblsht CSC
8
ELE Course Req Electr Trblsht
8
Earn 8 credits by completing courses from the following Course list:
INS 220 Requirement
3
INS 220 Requirement
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
ETR 141 Requirement
3
ETR 141 Requirement
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
DRF 201 Requirement
3
DRF 201 Requirement
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
PHI 220 Requirement
3
PHI 220 Requirement
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
ENG 111 Requirement
3
ENG 111 Requirement
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
GPA Requirement Practical Electrical Troubleshooting CSC
23
This requires a minimum GPA of 2
What If I Have An Associate Degree Or Credit For Prior Learning?
| Transfer Guidance Element | What You Need to Know |
|---|---|
| Associate Transfer Degree Completion | We award SDV 100 credit for prior learning for transfer students who have completed an Associate degree or higher. |
Completion of Associate Degree Concurrent with High School | Students earning an associate degree while in high school are not eligible for guaranteed admission programs and must complete 3 college specific general education courses. All courses are evaluated and transferred as applicable to your degree. |
| Credit for Prior Learning | Yes |
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College Level Information
| College Fit Guidance | What You Need to Know |
|---|---|
| Is This College Right For Me? | MGCC provides a great start with small class sizes, personal service, and innovative programs with competetive prices. |
| Transfer Student Catalog Year | Year of admission |
| First Year Student Catalog Year | Catalog year determined by first semester of attendance |
| Applying for Guaranteed Admissions | None required |
Where Can This Degree Transfer
This section displays degrees most closely related to this program
and to which you may be able to transfer. So, you can use this list to find the
next degree you can complete in your major. Please click the degree name to
visit that program page.
| Institution | Title | Degree | Award Name | Award Level | Delivery Mode |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brightpoint Community College | Associate of Applied Science Degree in Electrical Engineering Technology | Associate | Associate of Applied Science | 2-Year | In-Person, Hybrid |
| Tidewater Community College | Associate of Applied Science - Electrical Technology (Programming and Logic Control) | Associate | Associate of Applied Science | 2-Year | In-Person |
| Tidewater Community College | Associate of Applied Science - Electrical Technology (Industrial and Business Management) | Associate | Associate of Applied Science | 2-Year | In-Person |
| Tidewater Community College | Associate of Applied Science - Electrical Technology (Renewable Energy Technologies) | Associate | Associate of Applied Science | 2-Year | In-Person |
| Tidewater Community College | Associate of Applied Science - Electrical Technology (Fiber and Data Cabling) | Associate | Associate of Applied Science | 2-Year | In-Person |
| Tidewater Community College | Associate of Applied Science - Electrical Technology (Occupational Safety) | Associate | Associate of Applied Science | 2-Year | In-Person |
| Virginia Highlands Community College | Associate of Applied Science Degree in Electrical Technology | Associate | Associate of Applied Science | 2-Year | In-Person, Hybrid |
| Virginia Highlands Community College | Associate of Applied Science in Electrical Technology - Specialization in Mechatronics | Associate | Associate of Applied Science | 2-Year | In-Person, Hybrid |
| Virginia Highlands Community College | Associate of Applied Science Degree in Electrical Technology - Specialization in Energy Technology | Associate | Associate of Applied Science | 2-Year | In-Person, Hybrid |
Careers Where This Degree Applies
| O*Net Code | Name | Description | Parent |
|---|---|---|---|
| 47-2111.00 | Electricians | Install, maintain, and repair electrical wiring, equipment, and fixtures. Ensure that work is in accordance with relevant codes. May install or service street lights, intercom systems, or electrical control systems. | Construction and Extraction Occupations |
| 47-1011.00 | First-Line Supervisors of Construction Trades and Extraction Workers | Directly supervise and coordinate activities of construction or extraction workers. | Construction and Extraction Occupations |
| 49-2098.00 | Security and Fire Alarm Systems Installers | Install, program, maintain, and repair security and fire alarm wiring and equipment. Ensure that work is in accordance with relevant codes. | Installation, Maintenance, and Repair Occupations |
| 49-9097.00 | Signal and Track Switch Repairers | Install, inspect, test, maintain, or repair electric gate crossings, signals, signal equipment, track switches, section lines, or intercommunications systems within a railroad system. | Installation, Maintenance, and Repair Occupations |
| 47-1011.03 | Solar Energy Installation Managers | Direct work crews installing residential or commercial solar photovoltaic or thermal systems. | Construction and Extraction Occupations |
Cost To Complete