ETEC 101 - Electrician Fundamentals

    Recent Professors
    AGaleana@riohondo.edu, dlindy@riohondo.edu
    Recent Semesters
    Fall 2026, Fall 2025, Spring 2025, Fall 2024, Spring 2024
    Class Size
    24 students
    Credits
    3
    Prerequisite
    It is advised that students be able to engage in written composition at a college level, read college-level texts, and have knowledge of elementary algebra concepts.
    Fall 2026 Sections
    View Fall 2026 sections of ETEC 101
    Transfers To
    CSU
    Description
    This introductory course covers the practices, applications, terms, and components for students already working as or seeking employment as an electrician, and who want to meet occupational goals, continue their education, or increase their skill levels. The course covers general electrician training, laboratory and job site safety, the proper use of testing instruments, hand tools, power tools, knots, electrical drawing reading, trade practices, and an introduction to the National Electrical Code (NEC). Extensive, hands-on lab exercises are provided to reinforce these concepts.
    Usually Held
    Mon 6:00pm–8:25pm, Thu 10:35am–12:00pm, Wed 6:00pm–8:25pm, Wed 8:00am–10:25am