Program Info
Year Established
2018
Program Code
PWRTRD.CA
Degree Type
Certificate of Achievement
Office Contact
School of Business, Entrepreneurship, and Professional Development: 313-845-9645, bepdinfo@hfcc.edu, Technology Bldg, Room: E-211
Faculty Contact
Chad Richert: 313-317-1515, crichert@hfcc.edu, Technology Bldg, Room: E-115C
Program Description
Description
Covers the fundamental skills needed for entry-level employment or entry into a pre-apprenticeship skilled trade program in energy technology, electrical systems or construction technology. Built on stackable credentials, this certificate enables students to choose from a number of different career paths in these areas.
Program Learning Outcomes
- Solve work related problems using math skills.
- Communicate ideas and information effectively (both written and orally).
- Identify electrical circuits, components, and symbols.
- Demonstrate application of mechanical power transfer though hydraulic, pneumatic, and mechanical systems.
- Identify multiple job-related environmental, safety, and ergonomic applied principles.
- Utilize digital literacy.
Career Opportunities
- Construction
- Carpentry
- Masonry
- Millwright
- Plumber/pipefitter
- Assistant substation operator
- Electrical maintenance journeyman
- Pert and cable tester
- UG cable splicer
- Electrical field service representative
- Field service technician (I&2) apprentice
Occupational Exposure/Risk
- Lifting over 50 lbs (back/knee/shoulder trauma associated with heights).
- Falling from heights (over 10 feet).
- Exposure to electric shock, live circuits, explosive gasses.
Admission Requirements
Additional Program Requirements
Students must successfully complete the Center for Workforce Development's Energy Industry Fundamentals Exam as administered by a licensed institution.
Program Requirements
Required Core Courses
| Course Name | Credit Hours |
|---|---|
| BLDE-100: Energy Industry Fundamentals | 4.00 |
| MTT-102: Hand and Power Tools | 1.00 |
| ENT-124: Construction Blueprint Reading | 2.00 |
| ENT-269: Energy Technology Project Management | 2.00 |
| TAFD-120: Industrial Safety Awareness | 2.00 |
| TAMA-110: Industrial Applications of Basic Mathematical Principles | 2.00 |
Electricity: Complete one: |
3.00 |
Credit Hours: 16
Minimum Total Credit Hours
16.00
Requirements are subject to change.
The information represented here is effective starting Fall 2022 and applies to the current catalog year.
If you were admitted prior to this year, please check your requirements under the
My Progress section of HFC Self Service.