Electrical Power Production

Associate in Applied Science

The Electrical Power Production Technology curriculum is designed to provide students with the skills and technical background required for entry-level employment in the operation of modern non-nuclear fueled power facilities.to include coal, oil, natural gas, biomass and solar. Students will study major plant systems needed for the reliable operation of power plants, including but not limited to boilers, combustion equipment, steam turbines, generators, control logic, fundamentals of operation, equipment maintenance, environmental control equipment, and associated governmental regulations.

Courses

Click and download the Electrical Power Production Technology Program Planning Guides for course requirements and suggested sequencing.

EPPT Program Planning Guide – Associate – 2023

Outlook for Employment

Upon successful completion of this program, graduates will qualify for entry-level employment in the electric utility industry, industrial power facilities, and other power production occupations. Graduates also will qualify for many other industrial positions such as electromechanical technician, electrical troubleshooter, and PLC programmer.

Electromechanical Technician
Electrical Troubleshooter
PLC Programmer

Heather Leonard
Administrative Assistant, Dean, Technical and Manufacturing Programs
heather.leonard@piedmontcc.edu
(336) 322-2192 | E120

Jody Blackwell
Dean, Technical & Manufacturing Programs
jody.blackwell@piedmontcc.edu
336-322-2486 | E121

Other Technical and Manufacturing Programs

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