Training Electricians

since 1923

NC3 Partnerships Expand Program With Certifications The National Coalition of Certification Centers (NC3) was established to address the need for strong industry partnerships with educational institutions in order to develop, implement and sustain industry-recognized portable certifications that have strong validation and assessment standards. www.NC3.net

As one of the leading electrical technician training programs in the Midwest, NDSCS works with industry partners to construct a technically skilled workforce . NDSCS has now enhanced the program by providing students the opportunity to acquire professional certifications from Greenlee and Snap-on while they are in the program.

John Travis of NDSCS administered the first Snap-on meter certifications during the Spring 2017 semester. Snap-on Incorporated is a leading global

innovator, manufacturer and marketer of tools, equipment, diagnostics, repair information and systems solutions for professional users performing critical tasks. www.snapon.com

NDSCS plans to offer Greenlee Conduit Bending, Conduit Pathway (hole-making) and VDV (voice/data/video) Certifications by Spring 2018 to students, with plans to host certification events for local and regional contractors in the future.

For more than 140 years, Greenlee has been a provider of quality tools to the woodworking industry and, for over 70 years, to the electrical industry as well. Proof of that commitment is in the modern facilities, state-of-the-art production equipment, and enhanced quality assurance programs which comprise the Greenlee way of doing business today. www.greenlee.com

100%

PLACEMENT

since 2011

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ACME Tool Expo Tools are a key element to an

electrician’s success on the job and exposing students to a va-

riety of quality tools is important. Representatives from Klein

Tools, Proto and Werner Ladder were on hand to visit with

students sharing industry information about the latest tools.

NDSCS hopes to make this an annual event for students.

Advisory Committee Comments “The electrical industry is not going to get smaller, so [I] felt it was a good career.”

The above statement was just one of many that came from the Electrical Technology Advisory Committee

meeting held on the NDSCS campus in February. Industry members met with administration, faculty and students

to review the Electrical Technology program and provide industry input. This committee is made up of industry

members from both the construction and industrial sectors as well as the North Dakota State Electrical Board.

Thank you to these industries for your commitment to building the future of the Electrical Technology Program:

Alliance Pipeline, American Crystal Sugar, Bergstrom Electric, Cargill, Coteau Properties,

Dakota Growers Pasta Company, Dakota Supply Group, Dakotas JATC, Flanders Incorporated,

Hess Corporation, Magnum Electric, NECA, NDSEB, Premiere Electric and Scott’s Electric.

Comments From Students… • There’s lots of hands-on learning.

• They are not trying to teach to a too large of class. You get individual time with the instructor if you need it.

• They want to challenge you. They use outside sources and common resources.

• I chose it (NDCSC) because it had a good

reputation.

• Very, very happy with my decision to come

here.

Advice From Industry Members… • Have a good attitude!

• Have ambition

• Be willing to learn.

• Do the best you can.

• Be punctual and show up.

• Everyone will give you a chance to succeed.

• Show up when you ‘re supposed to and be

ready to work.

• Co-op is a great place to learn.

Upcoming meetings will be held in Mandan, ND in October 2017 and at NDSCS in Wahpeton on February 21, 2018.

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FACULTY CONNECTIONS

THANK YOU for your commitment!

25 Years with NDSCS

Kara Gruenberg Assistant Professor / Instructor for Electrical Technology and ASC

15 Years with NDSCS Slade Fitzgerald Associate Professor Electrical Technology

Top Graduate Awards Graduating students were

recognized by Klein Tools for being outstanding students within their programs. Left to right: Ivan Maas, NDSCS Building Systems Chair, Molly Kujawa, Klein Tools, Kjersten Stegner, Plumbing, Evan Wheeler, Robotics, Automation & Mechatronics Technology, Shane Johnson, Electrical - Construction, Caleb Loeslie, HVAC/R. Lonnie Wurst, RAMT Program Coordinator, Shane Suko, and Lon Lessard, Plumbing Program Coordinator. Not pictured: Trey

Overby, Industrial Electrical

NDSCS Educates...NOCTI Evaluates The National Occupational Competency Testing Institute (NOCTI) is a national leading provider of high-quality writ-

ten and performance occupational competency assessments. As part of program accreditation, University System

graduates are required to take a Nationally normed competency exam. Since 2011 the NDSCS Electrical program

has been using the NOCTI test system to analyze and evaluate job-related skills and competencies of NDSCS grad-

uates. The 12 categories covered in the exam provide a great overview of student learning across the entire program

and are used during our program assessment to evaluate student learning outcomes. (see page 4 for more infor-

mation on student learning outcomes)

AC Theory, Magnetic Theory & DC Theory 79.8

NATIONAL

AVG.

70.8

Blueprints, Specifications, and Estimations 76.9 73.8

Circuit Theorems and Conversions 78.5 66.9

Green and Renewable Technology 66.7 59

Identification and Selection of Tools, Materials, and Components 78.7 77.3

Introduction to the Electrical Construction Technology Career 84.2 83.1

Meters, Measurements, Testing 81.0 75.2

Motors 72.0 60.9

National Electrical Code (NEC) 65.7 70.2

OSHA Regulations and Electrical Safety Practices 78.7 69.7

Transformers 73.4 68.7

Wiring, Circuits, and Installation 70.3 65.7

2017

NDSCS

ELECTRICAL

GRADS OUTSCORED

THE NATIONAL AVERAGE

IN 11 of 12 CATEGORIES

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WIRED FOR SUCCESS

Since 1923

2 YEAR A.A.S. DEGREE OPTIONS

ELECTRICAL CONSTRUCTION

Or

INDUSTRIAL ELECTRICAL

3RD YEAR A.A.S. Degree Option

ROBOTICS, AUTOMATION &

MECHATRONICS TECHNOLOGY

North Dakota State College of Science

ELECTRICAL TECHNOLOGY

Barnard Hall

800 Sixth Street North

Wahpeton, ND 58076-0002

1-800-342-4325

701-671-2662

ivan.maas@ndscs.edu

www.ndscs.edu/electrical

Upcoming Events www.ndscs.edu/electrical

NDSCS Homecoming Week: October 2—7, 2017

Careers in Energy Week: October 16—20, 2017 NDSCS recognizes that the Energy field needs Electricians and Electrical Techs. The public is invited to check out the display cabinets in the Mildred Johnson Library or browse the museum located in the east hall of Barnard Hall to see how technology has progressed since 1923! Department tours are available upon request. High school students interested in the Electrical trade can tour during an upcoming Special Event Days (see info be-low) or contact Enrollment Services to schedule a tour on another day. Discovery Day: Friday, October 13, 2017 High school students can get a glimpse into life as a Wildcat at NDSCS! Learn about 80+ academic programs you can explore including Electrcial, HVAC/R, Plumbing, Robotics, Automation and Mechatronics Technology and MORE!!! Fall 2017 Electrical Technology Advisory Committee Meeting: Friday, October 20, 2017 at Baymont Inn and Suites, Mandan, ND This is a new meeting date and location for current advisory committee members!

Building Systems (Electrical, HVAC/R and Plumbing) and Manufacturing Day: Monday, November 6, 2017 Tour department labs and discover the Electrical Construction, Industrial Electrical, Electrical Master Technician, Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration (HVAC/R) Technology, Plumbing, Precision Machining Technology, Welding Tech-nology, Robotics, Automation and Mechatronics Technology programs. Electrical Technology Advisory Committee: Wednesday, February 21, 2018 It is the policy of the North Dakota State Board for Vocational Education that each technical program has a separate advisory committee. Committee members include people from the industry who possess knowledge and work experience in the tech-nical program which they serve. Members help the program identify the latest edu-cational and employment trends and help promote and assure that the program to be of the highest possible quality. Plus more!!! NDSCS Career Fair—NDCSC Student Event: Thursday, February 22, 2018 To reserve your spot at the 2018 North Dakota State College of Science Career Fair, please complete the online registration form or contact NDSCS Career Services at 701-671-3000 or NDSCS.CareerServices@ndscs.edu.

PROGRAM PURPOSE

It is the department’s intent to produce students with entry-level skills acceptable to all employers. We, also, strive to give our students the knowledge, skills and abilities for future growth and advancement within the Electrical industry. Lastly, our students will speak, write and otherwise communicate effectively on the job. Student Learning Outcomes are defined as follows.

Students will be...

• knowledgeable of Electricity. (i.e. theory, terminology, circuit analysis)

• knowledgeable of Electrical Safety and work safely in the labs.

• knowledgeable of the National Electric Code (NEC).

• proficient at the installation and troubleshooting of electrical equipment.

• knowledgeable of and able to install, adjust and troubleshoot controls.

• knowledgeable of symbols and print reading.

• knowledgeable of electric meters and proficient using them for troubleshooting.

• proficient at oral and written communication.

• proficient at math operations and critical thinking.