# Residential Electrical (Certificate of Achievement)

Orange Coast College · 2026-2027 Catalog · Department: Construction Technology

Source: https://catalog.cccd.edu/orange-coast/pathways/industrial-technology/construction-technology/residential-electrical-certificate-specialization/

This certificate prepares students for entry level employment in residential electrical related trades. The student will be able to wire electrical systems, understand code requirements, and interpret electrical blueprints.

#### Program Outcomes

#### Program Learning Outcomes

1.  Demonstrate the knowledge, skills and experience to identify, assess, and participate in many entry-level construction trades.
2.  Be prepared to work in the construction field in positions including, but not limited to work areas such as inspection, management, and as hands-on skilled tradespeople.

### Requirements

Review Graduation Requirements.

| Course | Title | Units |
| --- | --- | --- |
| **Required Courses** | |  |
| CNST A165 | Construction Safety/CAL OSHA | 3 |
| CNST A190 | Blueprint Reading and Drafting | 1.5-4 |
| or CNST A189 | Blueprint Reading |  |
| CNST A275 | Residential Electrical Wiring | 5 |
| **Select one of the following:** | | 0-4 |
| ↳ KIN A203 | First Aid and CPR |  |
| ↳ EMS A100 | Emergency Medical Responder |  |
| **Current CPR Certification** | |  |
| **Total Units** | | **9.5-16** |

**Residential ElectricalSuggested Electives:**  
CNST A150 Electronics for Electricians  
CNST A155 Intro to Home Automation  
CNST A156 National Electrical Code  
CNST A157 Photovoltaic System Installation  
CNST A158 Photovoltaic System Installation 2  
CNST A170 Introduction to Construction  
CNST A250 Construction Supervision and Project Management

### Program Sequence

#### Program Sequence

These sequences at Orange Coast College are curriculum maps for students to finish all requirements for the certificate. There may be advisories, prerequisites, or time requirements that students need to consider before following these maps. **Students are advised to meet with an Orange Coast College Counselor for alternate sequencing.**

**Year 1**

| Semester 1 | Units |
| --- | --- |
| CNST A190or CNST A189 | Blueprint Reading and Draftingor Blueprint Reading | 1.5-4 |
| CNST A165 | Construction Safety/CAL OSHA | 3 |
| CNST A275 | Residential Electrical Wiring | 5 |
| Select one of the following: | 0-4 |
| EMS A100 | Emergency Medical Responder |  |
| KIN A203 | First Aid and CPR |  |
| Current CPR Certification |  |
|  | Units | 9.5-16 |
|  | Total Units | 9.5-16 |