Electrical Systems Technology, Electrical Safety

Certificate of Achievement Program Map
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The program map below represents an efficient and effective course taking sequence for this program. Individual circumstances might require some changes to this path. It is always recommended that you meet with your pathway counselor to develop a personalized educational plan.


This certificate is designed to prepare students for identifying electrical-related hazards. These hazards include electrical shock; arc blast; arc flash; falls; and other potential electrical safety hazards.


Upon completion of the program, students will:
  1. 1. Identify hazards related to the use of electrical test-equipment and general electrical safety.
Effective Term: 2024 Fall Semester

Term 1

10 units

AT 21
Occupational Safety and Health

2 units
Effective Term: 2025 Spring Semester
Students will learn about employer and employee responsibility, federal and state legislation, accident reports, industrial hygiene, personal protective equipment, materials handling and storage, hazard communication, guarding machines and mechanisms, hand and portable power tools, electrical safety, and fire protection. If the specific attendance and testing requirements are met, students in this class may be eligible to receive the Federal or California OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 General Industry or Construction Card. (A, CSU)
Course Details:
  1. Advisory: AT 10

        AT 40
        Preparing for Employment Opportunities

        3 units
        Effective Term: 2025 Spring Semester
        Students will learn the importance of human relations competencies and professional workplace communications including written, oral and presentation skills in the work world. Students will develop job-seeking skills including preparing resumes, preparing portfolios and honing job search and interview skills. (A, CSU)
        Course Details:
        1. Advisory: AT 10

              EST 53
              Lab Safety Practices

              2 units
              Effective Term: 2025 Spring Semester
              This course teaches the introduction to the proper and safe use of hand tools, electrical devices and instruments with an emphasis on electrical device setup, component identification, general circuit assembly procedures, and measuring electrical parameters using appropriate test equipment. (A, CSU)
              Course Details:
              1. Advisory: EST 50
                1. CSU Transfer Course

                  EST 96A
                  NFPA 70 - National Electrical Code Part 1

                  3 units
                  Effective Term: 2025 Spring Semester
                  In this course, students will learn the application of all rules for engineering, designing, installing, maintaining, and inspecting electrical systems using the document of established standards in NFPA 70. This course is designed for newcomers and professionals seeking preparation for obtaining additional certifications or further knowledge. Topics discussed: branch circuits, electrical services, overcurrent protection and grounding. (A, CSU)
                  Course Details:
                  1. Advisory: EST 56B
                    1. CSU Transfer Course

                      Term 2

                      9 units

                      EST 96B
                      NFPA 70 - National Electrical Code Part 2

                      3 units
                      Effective Term: 2025 Spring Semester
                      In this course, students will learn the application of rules for engineering, designing, installing, maintaining and inspecting installations using the document of established standards in NFPA 70. This class is designed for newcomers to the electrical industry and professionals seeking preparation for obtaining additional certifications or further knowledge. Topics consist of general wiring, motors, controls, transformers, other equipment and grounding. (A, CSU)
                      Course Details:
                      1. Advisory: EST 56A
                      2. Advisory: EST 55B
                        1. CSU Transfer Course

                          EST 96C
                          NFPA 70B - Electrical Equipment Maintenance

                          3 units
                          Effective Term: 2025 Spring Semester
                          This course covers the fundamentals of electrical equipment maintenance using the document of established standards in NFPA 70B. (A, CSU)
                          Course Details:
                          1. Advisory: EST 56A
                          2. Advisory: EST 55B
                            1. CSU Transfer Course

                              EST 96D
                              NFPA 70E - Electrical Safety

                              3 units
                              Effective Term: 2025 Spring Semester
                              This course covers the fundamentals of electrical safety using the document of established standards in NFPA 70E. (A, CSU)
                              Course Details:
                              1. Advisory: EST 55B
                              2. Advisory: EST 56A
                                1. CSU Transfer Course
                                  Total: 19 units