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Electric Utility Transformer Test Specialist Diploma (D50510)
Electric Utility Transformer Test Specialist Diploma (D50510)
Overview
The Electric Utility Transformer Test Specialist diploma is designed for working individuals to gain the knowledge and skills to maintain large power transformers. The diploma can be completed in four semesters.
Details
- Credential Level: Diploma
- Total Credit Hours: 37-39
- Offered In-Person: Yes
Course Requirements
See A50510 Electric Utility Substation and Relay Technology degree program for course availability and recommended semester.
Academic Transition
Take All Courses:
| Course Code | Course Name | Class | Lab | Clinic | Work |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ACA-122 | Transfer and Career Success | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| Total Credit Hours: 1 | |||||
General Education
Take All Courses:
| Course Code | Course Name | Class | Lab | Clinic | Work |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ENG-111 | Writing and Inquiry | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| MAT-171 | Precalculus Algebra | 3 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| Total Credit Hours: 7 | |||||
Humanities/Fine Arts
Take One (1) Course:
| Course Code | Course Name | Class | Lab | Clinic | Work |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ART-111 | Art Appreciation | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| ART-114 | Art History Survey I | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| ART-115 | Art History Survey II | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| ART-121 | Two-Dimensional Design | 0 | 6 | 0 | 0 |
| ART-131 | Drawing I | 0 | 6 | 0 | 0 |
| ART-171 | Digital Design I | 0 | 6 | 0 | 0 |
| ART-240 | Painting I | 0 | 6 | 0 | 0 |
| ART-241 | Painting II | 0 | 6 | 0 | 0 |
| ART-281 | Sculpture I | 0 | 6 | 0 | 0 |
| ART-283 | Ceramics I | 0 | 6 | 0 | 0 |
| DRA-111 | Theatre Appreciation | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| ENG-125 | Creative Writing I | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| ENG-231 | American Literature I | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| ENG-232 | American Literature II | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| ENG-241 | British Literature I | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| ENG-242 | British Literature II | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| HUM-115 | Critical Thinking | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| HUM-120 | Cultural Studies | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| MUS-110 | Music Appreciation | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| MUS-112 | Introduction to Jazz | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| MUS-210 | History of Rock Music | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| PHI-215 | Philosophical Issues | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| PHI-240 | Introduction to Ethics | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| REL-110 | World Religions | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| REL-211 | Introduction to Old Testament | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| REL-212 | Introduction to New Testament | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Total Credit Hours: 3 | |||||
These courses are currently offered at RichmondCC. Transfer students, please see a counselor for more courses that could satisfy this requirement.
Core Courses
Take All Courses:
| Course Code | Course Name | Class | Lab | Clinic | Work |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EUS-110 | Introduction to Electric Utility Industry | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| EUS-130 | Electric Utility Print Reading | 3 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| EUS-210 | Large High Voltage Power Transformers I | 2 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| EUS-215 | Large High Voltage Power Transformers II | 2 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| EUS-240 | Substation Ancillary Systems | 2 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| Total Credit Hours: 17 | |||||
Courses must be completed with a grade of "C" or better.
Other Major Courses
Take All Courses:
| Course Code | Course Name | Class | Lab | Clinic | Work |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EUS-225 | Electric Utility Safety and Human Performance | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Total Credit Hours: 2 | |||||
Other Major Courses
Take One (1) Course:
| Course Code | Course Name | Class | Lab | Clinic | Work |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ELC-112 | DC-AC Electricity | 3 | 6 | 0 | 0 |
| ELC-131 | Circuit Analysis I | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| Total Credit Hours: 4 to 5 | |||||
Other Major Courses
Take One (1) Course:
| Course Code | Course Name | Class | Lab | Clinic | Work |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ELC-117 | Motors and Controls | 2 | 6 | 0 | 0 |
| ELN-231 | Industrial Controls | 2 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| Total Credit Hours: 3 to 4 | |||||
Semester Schedule
Learn more about our semester schedules for this program. Talk to your advisor for more options.
First Year - Fall Semester
Take All Courses:
| Course Code | Course Name | Class | Lab | Clinic | Work |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ACA-122 | Transfer and Career Success | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| EUS-110 | Introduction to Electric Utility Industry | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| Total Credit Hours: 5 | |||||
The following courses must be completed with a grade of "C" or better: EUS-110.
Take One (1) Course:
| Course Code | Course Name | Class | Lab | Clinic | Work |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ELC-112 | DC-AC Electricity | 3 | 6 | 0 | 0 |
| ELC-131 | Circuit Analysis I | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| Total Credit Hours: 4 to 5 | |||||
First Year - Spring Semester
Take All Courses:
| Course Code | Course Name | Class | Lab | Clinic | Work |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EUS-130 | Electric Utility Print Reading | 3 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| EUS-210 | Large High Voltage Power Transformers I | 2 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| Total Credit Hours: 7 | |||||
The following courses must be completed with a grade of "C" or better: EUS-130, EUS-210.
Take One (1) Course:
| Course Code | Course Name | Class | Lab | Clinic | Work |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ELC-117 | Motors and Controls | 2 | 6 | 0 | 0 |
| ELN-231 | Industrial Controls | 2 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| Total Credit Hours: 3 to 4 | |||||
Humanities/Fine Arts Elective - Take One (1) Course:
| Course Code | Course Name | Class | Lab | Clinic | Work |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ART-111 | Art Appreciation | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| ART-114 | Art History Survey I | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| ART-115 | Art History Survey II | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| ART-121 | Two-Dimensional Design | 0 | 6 | 0 | 0 |
| ART-131 | Drawing I | 0 | 6 | 0 | 0 |
| ART-171 | Digital Design I | 0 | 6 | 0 | 0 |
| ART-240 | Painting I | 0 | 6 | 0 | 0 |
| ART-241 | Painting II | 0 | 6 | 0 | 0 |
| ART-281 | Sculpture I | 0 | 6 | 0 | 0 |
| ART-283 | Ceramics I | 0 | 6 | 0 | 0 |
| DRA-111 | Theatre Appreciation | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| ENG-125 | Creative Writing I | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| ENG-231 | American Literature I | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| ENG-232 | American Literature II | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| ENG-241 | British Literature I | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| ENG-242 | British Literature II | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| HUM-115 | Critical Thinking | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| HUM-120 | Cultural Studies | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| MUS-110 | Music Appreciation | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| MUS-112 | Introduction to Jazz | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| MUS-210 | History of Rock Music | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| PHI-215 | Philosophical Issues | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| PHI-240 | Introduction to Ethics | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| REL-110 | World Religions | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| REL-211 | Introduction to Old Testament | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| REL-212 | Introduction to New Testament | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Total Credit Hours: 3 | |||||
These courses are currently offered at RichmondCC. Transfer students, please see a counselor for more courses that could satisfy this requirement.
First Year - Summer Semester
Take All Courses:
| Course Code | Course Name | Class | Lab | Clinic | Work |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EUS-215 | Large High Voltage Power Transformers II | 2 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| EUS-240 | Substation Ancillary Systems | 2 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| Total Credit Hours: 6 | |||||
The following courses must be completed with a grade of "C" or better: EUS-215, EUS-240.
Second Year - Fall Semester
Take All Courses:
| Course Code | Course Name | Class | Lab | Clinic | Work |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ENG-111 | Writing and Inquiry | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| EUS-225 | Electric Utility Safety and Human Performance | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| MAT-171 | Precalculus Algebra | 3 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| Total Credit Hours: 9 | |||||