Foothill College Courses

Orientation to the commercial/industrial electrical industry with an introduction to electrical theory, tools, materials, wiring methods, and job skills. Review of mathematics as applied in the electr

• California Community Colleges System
• 120 hours
• 21st Sep, 2026 · Fall 2026
• Paid Course

Introduction to the National Electrical Code (NEC), DC theory, principles of magnetism and electromagnetism, basic blueprint reading.

• California Community Colleges System
• 96 hours
• 21st Sep, 2026 · Fall 2026
• Paid Course

Introduction to the National Electrical Code (NEC), applied codeology toward the National Electrical Code. Discuss and demonstrate basic AC and DC electrical generation. Ohm's Law, understand DC paral

• California Community Colleges System
• 120 hours
• 21st Sep, 2026 · Fall 2026
• Paid Course

Study of the National Electrical Code, AC theory, and basic fundamentals of using blueprints.

• California Community Colleges System
• 96 hours
• 21st Sep, 2026 · Fall 2026
• Paid Course

Study of the National Electrical Code, applied codeology, and basic fundamentals of using blueprints. Instruction on usage of test equipment and pipe bending tools.

• California Community Colleges System
• 120 hours
• 21st Sep, 2026 · Fall 2026
• Paid Course

Study of AC theory, transformer fundamental design and function. Expanded study of the National Electrical Code. Students will learn the fundamentals of AC theory and how it relates to transformer des

• California Community Colleges System
• 96 hours
• 21st Sep, 2026 · Fall 2026
• Paid Course

This course is intended for apprentices to become trained in grounding and bonding electrical systems. It focuses on learning the electrical code related to grounding and bonding at both electrical se

• California Community Colleges System
• 120 hours
• 21st Sep, 2026 · Fall 2026
• Paid Course

Review of DC/AC theory. The study of overcurrent protection and the implementation of safe work practices.

• California Community Colleges System
• 96 hours
• 21st Sep, 2026 · Fall 2026
• Paid Course

Students will review the fundamentals of AC and DC theory in preparation for their study of transformers. They will learn about transformer function, installation, and National Electric Code requireme

• California Community Colleges System
• 120 hours
• 21st Sep, 2026 · Fall 2026
• Paid Course

This course covers grounding and bonding of transformers, fire alarm systems and industrial blueprint reading.

• California Community Colleges System
• 96 hours
• 21st Sep, 2026 · Fall 2026
• Paid Course

Introduction to fire alarm systems and their components. Students will be required to demonstrate knowledge in alarm system interfaces, safety control functions, advanced detection topics, emergency c

• California Community Colleges System
• 120 hours
• 21st Sep, 2026 · Fall 2026
• Paid Course

A study of different motor types and controls with emphasis on protecting the motors and the buildings they are in with lightning protection systems. Reading and interpretation of schematic drawings.

• California Community Colleges System
• 96 hours
• 21st Sep, 2026 · Fall 2026
• Paid Course

This course introduces third-year electrical apprentices to the function, operation, installation, and code requirements for overcurrent protection devices such as breakers and fuses, the application

• California Community Colleges System
• 120 hours
• 21st Sep, 2026 · Fall 2026
• Paid Course

The use of Boolean algebra in the development of logic circuits and logic control. Introduction to the principles of motor speed control. Review of AC theory. Expanded coverage of the National Electri

• California Community Colleges System
• 96 hours
• 21st Sep, 2026 · Fall 2026
• Paid Course

Introduction to the principles of motor speed control using variable frequency drives. Introduction to programmable logic controllers (PLCs).

• California Community Colleges System
• 96 hours
• 21st Sep, 2026 · Fall 2026
• Paid Course