Electrical Systems Technologies
Electrical Systems … It’s High Tech with a Big Paycheck!
Graduates of this program have opportunities in many areas of business, including maintaining and servicing Electrical/Electronic equipment, including Industrial, Residential, Commercial, Military, Computer, Consumer, Communications, Biomedical, and Construction.
Check out our state-of-the-art lab featuring a residential home that students utilize to learn how to properly wire for electricity!
Career Options
Students enrolled in the Associate Degree program as full-time students will complete the program in two years. The purpose of the Electrical Systems Technology program is to train students to install and maintain Electrical and Electronic equipment and systems. But we also go one step further. You will be trained to troubleshoot and repair those systems when they malfunction, making you a well-rounded technician.
This program is designed to provide maximum flexibility for career choices. Graduates may fill a number of available positions, including:
- Electrician
- Electronics Technician
- Maintenance Technician
- Electrical Technician
- Power Plant Technician
- Field Service Technician
- Construction Electrician
- Instrumentation and Controls Technician
- Automation Technician
- Industrial Electrician
Entry-Level Salary
- A recent Graduate Placement Survey indicated an average salary of $60,000 for our Electrical Systems Degree graduates. With additional experience, you could expect to earn $80,000 to $100,000 and even more with overtime yearly.
The following is a list of local employers in the field of Electrical Systems Technology:
- Burlington Industries
- Duke Energy
- Public Schools of North Carolina
- Campbell Soup Supply Co.
- Dupont
- Elkay Manufacturing
- Graphic Packaging
- International Paper
- Unilever
- US Cold Storage
- Purolator Filters, LLC
- Quickie Manufacturing Corp.
- Southeastern Health
- Mountaire
- Harris Rebar
- Sanderson Farms
- FCC
- Scotland Manufacturing
- PWC
- Pilkington
- Lumbee River Electric Membership Corporation
- Smithfield
- Goodyear
- Butterball
- Amazon
- Tysons Foods
- Cascades
- Walmart Distribution Center
- Pike Electric
- Dak America
- Mann + Hummel
- Cargill
- Eaton
- Watts Water Technologies
- Cyber Coders
- Pratt Industries
Essential Skills
- Highly motivated to work with industry
- Strong sense of ethical behavior
- Positive attitude
- Ability to work well with others
- Effective oral, written, and communication skills.
Electrical Systems Technology (AAS)
The Electrical Technology curriculum is designed to provide training for persons interested in the installation and maintenance of electrical systems found in residential, commercial, and industrial facilities.
Coursework, most of which is hands-on, will include such topics as AC/DC theory, basic wiring practices, digital electronics, programmable logic controllers, industrial motor controls, the National Electric Code, and other subjects as local needs require.
Graduates should qualify for a variety of jobs in the electrical field as an on-the-job trainee or apprentice, assisting in the layout, installation, and maintenance of electrical systems.
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The Electrical Systems Technology AAS Degree is a 72-credit hour program. There is a basic core of 53 credit hours. The program also consists of 15 general education credit hours and six credit hours of additional track courses.
Electrical System Technology Diploma
Electrical Systems Technology curriculum is designed to provide training for persons interested in the installation and maintenance of electrical systems found in residential, commercial, and industrial facilities.
Coursework, most of which is hands-on, includes such topics as AC/DC theory, residential wiring, programmable logic controllers, industrial motor controls, the National Electric Code, as well as other subjects as local needs require.
Graduates should qualify for a variety of jobs in the electrical field as an on-the-job trainee or apprentice, assisting in the layout, installation, and maintenance of electrical systems.
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The Electrical System Technology Diploma is a 37-credit-hour program
Electrical Installation and Maintenance Certificate
This certificate program is designed to provide individuals with entry-level competencies in DC/AC electricity, residential and commercial wiring, and the National Electrical Code.
Upon completion, students should be qualified for a variety of jobs in the electrical field as an on-the-job trainee or with the installation and maintenance of electrical systems.
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The Electrical Installation and Maintenance Certificate is a 15-credit-hour program
Photovoltaic Systems, Electrical Systems Technology Certificate
This certificate program is designed to provide individuals with entry-level competencies in basic Photovoltaic Systems, DC/AC electrical electronics theory, and residential Wiring.
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The Photovoltaic Systems, Electrical Systems Technology Certificate is a 16-credit-hour program
Robotics, Electrical Systems Technology Certificate
This certificate program is designed to provide individuals with entry-level competencies in basic robotic fundamentals, electrical theory, motor controls, and programmable logic controllers.
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The Robotics, Electrical Systems Technology Certificate is a 16-credit-hour program
Wire Installer I Certificate
This certificate program is designed to provide individuals with entry-level competencies in basic computer operations, electrical theory, residential wiring, and understanding the National Electric Code.
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The Wire Installer I Certificate is a 13-credit-hour program
Wire Installer II Certificate
This certificate program is designed to provide individuals with mid-level competencies in advanced electrical theory, commercial wiring, and motor control wiring.
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The Wire Installer II Certificate is a 12-credit-hour program
Levinson, Michael
Electrical Systems Discipline Lead
Building 9
Email: mlevinson@robeson.edu
Phone: (910) 272-3471
McKnight, Matthew
Electrical Systems Instructor
Building 9
Email: MMcKnight@robeson.edu
Phone: (910) 272-3477
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