Residential Electrical

Certificate of Achievement Construction Technology · Orange Coast College · 2026-2027 Catalog

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.

CourseTitleUnits
Required Courses
CNST A165Construction Safety/CAL OSHA3
CNST A190Blueprint Reading and Drafting1.5-4
orCNST A189Blueprint Reading
CNST A275Residential Electrical Wiring5
Select one of the following:0-4
KIN A203First Aid and CPR
EMS A100Emergency Medical Responder
Current CPR Certification
Total Units9.5-16

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
CNST A165 Construction Safety/CAL OSHA
CNST A275 Residential Electrical Wiring
Select one of the following: 0-4
EMS A100 Emergency Medical Responder
KIN A203 First Aid and CPR
Current CPR Certification
Units
Total Units

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