2020-2021 Academic Catalog 
    
    Dec 12, 2024  
2020-2021 Academic Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Industrial Electricity and Electronics, AAS


Program Description

Code 251 - 60 Credits

Complex electrical and electronic control systems that require sophisticated computer programming, monitoring, and diagnostics are an integral part of advanced manufacturing and renewable energy systems. The Industrial Electricity and Electronics core curriculum at Kellogg Community College prepares students to install, maintain, and repair these systems. Students may pursue either a Certificate or an Associate of Applied Science Degree in Industrial Electricity and Electronics.

Modules within the core curriculum cover:

  • Control Logix
  • Electrical Control Wiring
  • Electrical Safety & Machine Safety Controls
  • Electrical Theory
  • Facility Maintenance
  • Industrial Electronics
  • Mathematics
  • Motor Controls
  • National Electrical Code® (NEC®)
  • Panel View
  • Power Distribution Systems
  • Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs)
  • Rotating Electric Machines

In order to earn an Associate of Applied Science Degree in Industrial Electricity and Electronics students must complete sixty (60) credits. These credits must be taken from three categories: core curriculum, general education electives, and technical electives.

Modular Format

Industrial Trades curricula are offered in a non-traditional, modular format. Module descriptions are not listed in the catalog. For more information about Industrial Trades modules go to the Industrial Trades page at http://www.kellogg.edu/academics/departments/industrial-trades/industrial-electricityelectronics/.

Industrial Trades Orientation

All students interested in taking Industrial Trades modules must complete one or more core curriculum orientation. The orientation is a core curriculum prerequisite. Students will not be able to register for modules until the orientation is completed.

Program Learning Outcomes


  1. Technical/Equipment: Program graduates will demonstrate the technical knowledge and skills required to use industry equipment appropriately for employment in the field of Industrial Electricity and Electronics.
  2. Safety: Program graduates will demonstrate safety protocols in the field of Industrial Electricity and Electronics by consistently applying and adhering to current industry safety standards.
  3. Problem Solving: Program graduates will demonstrate the ability to use a variety of techniques in solving problems presented in the field of Industrial Electricity and Electronics.
  4. Communication: Industrial Electricity and Electronics program graduates will effectively communicate the technical content of the field, both written and orally.

Required General Education Courses


All first-time KCC students must complete the FYS 101 - First-Year Seminar  course with a grade of C or higher.
See an Academic Advisor for course completion and/or any questions pertaining to the FYS course.

Required Industrial Electricity and Electronics Modules


Students must complete thirty (30) credits in the Industrial Electricity and Electronics core curriculum. For more information about Industrial Electricity and Electronics modules go to the Industrial Trades page at http://www.kellogg.edu/academics/departments/industrial-trades/industrial-electricityelectronics/.

Technical Elective Courses


Technical elective courses compliment the core curriculum and support general workplace competencies required in the field.

Technical electives may be selected from:

  • Accounting (ACCO)
  • Business Administration (BUAD)
  • Business Entrepreneurship (BUEN)
  • Chemistry (CHEM)
  • Computer-Aided Drafting and Design (DRAF)
  • Computer Engineering Technology (CET)
  • Computer Programming (CP)
  • Engineering Technology (ENTE)
  • ENGL 153 - Technical English  ° 
  • Industrial Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration (INHR) °
  • Industrial Machining Technology (INMT)
  • Industrial Pipefitting (INPF)
  • Industrial Technology (INT) °
  • Industrial Trades (INTR) °
  • Industrial Welding (INWE)
  • Instrumentation (INST) °
  • Mathematics (MATH)
  • Office Information Technology (OIT)
  • Physics (PHYS)
  • Science (SCIE)
  • Renewable Energy (INRE) °
  • Service-Learning (SERV) °
  • Tool and Die (INTD)

°These electives are highly recommended for the Industrial Electricity and Electronics program.

State Licensing Requirements


In the State of Michigan all practicing electricians must be licensed. Licensing requires participation in an approved electrical apprenticeship. Individuals participating in an electrical apprenticeship program are required to take 576 hours of related trade instruction. The Industrial Electricity and Electronics program is an accepted provider of related trade instruction.