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Steve Garcia
Electrical Systems Technology Professor
"It is stretching our minds and utilizing the skills of our hands that lifts us from the stagnation of mediocrity" — Gordon B. Hinckley
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Contact Information | Office Location: | EIT 142, Elko Campus | | Phone: | 775.753.2292 | | Email: | steve.garcia(a)gbcnv.edu
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Education
- Bachelor of Science, Northern Arizona University, 1990
- Master of Education, Northern Arizona University, 1994
- Master Trainer, National Center for Construction Education and Research, 2008
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| ELM 102 |
| Title: | Electrical Workforce Training II |
| Catalog Description: | The second of eight courses offered in the Electrical Workforce Training Program. Offers the student a planned educational experience in the electrical field by providing online electrical craft training, related laboratory experiences, and supervised performance task completion assessment. May be repeated for up to seven credits. |
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| ELM 103 |
| Title: | Electrical Workforce Training III |
| Catalog Description: | The third of eight courses offered in the Electrical Workforce Training Program. Offers the student a planned educational experience in the electrical field by providing online electrical craft training, related laboratory experiences, and supervised performance task completion assessment. |
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| ELM 104 |
| Title: | Electrical Workforce Training IV |
| Catalog Description: | The fourth of eight courses offered in the Electrical Workforce Training Program. Offers the student a planned educational experience in the electrical field by providing online electrical craft training, related laboratory experiences, and supervised performance task completion assessment. |
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| ELM 106 |
| Title: | Electrical Workforce Training VI |
| Catalog Description: | Sixth of eight courses offered in the Electrical Workforce Training Program. Offers the student a planned educational experience in the electrical field by providing the student with online electrical craft training, related laboratory experiences, and supervised performance task completion assessment. |
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| ELM 120 |
| Title: | Low Voltage Systems |
| Catalog Description: | An introduction to low voltage systems used to distribute, carry, capture, and display voice, video, audio, and data signals. Topics include entertainment (video and audio media systems), communications (telephone, fax, modem, networks, and publication address systems), life safety (access control, alarm systems, and video surveillance), environmental control (HVAC and energy management), and automation controls (residential and commercial buildings). |
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| ELM 121B |
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| ELM 121 |
| Title: | Circuit Design |
| Catalog Description: | Developing and drawing electrical diagrams and graphs using standard electrical and JIC symbols. |
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| ELM 127B |
| Title: | Introduction to AC Controls |
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| ELM 127 |
| Title: | Introduction to AC Controls |
| Catalog Description: | Introduction to pilot devices, wiring diagrams, ladder diagrams, and basic motor circuits. Areas of emphasis include two- and three-wire controls, parallel stop-start, and hand-off automatic controls. |
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| ELM 128B |
| Title: | Transformers and Industrial Lighting |
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| ELM 128 |
| Title: | Transformers and Industrial Lighting |
| Catalog Description: | Comprehensive study of the theory and operation of transformers and industrial lighting. The functions of various types of transformers and the maintenance and repair of industrial lighting systems will be emphasized. Perform the actual hookup and testing of basic single-phase and three-phase transformer connections. Observe and demonstrate proper safety and maintenance techniques and develop service wiring techniques. |
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| ELM 131B |
| Title: | National Electric Code |
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| ELM 131 |
| Title: | National Electric Code |
| Catalog Description: | Survey of the National Electric Code and its application to the safe installation of electrical conductors and equipment. |
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| ELM 133B |
| Title: | Advanced AC Controls |
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| ELM 133 |
| Title: | Advanced AC Controls |
| Catalog Description: | Applications and testing of a variety of AC controls, including limit switches, control relays, timing circuits, control transformers, and variable frequency drives. |
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| ELM 135B |
| Title: | National Electric Code 430 |
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| ELM 135 |
| Title: | National Electric Code 430 |
| Catalog Description: | In-depth study of Article 430 of the National Electric Code and its application to motors, motor circuits, and controllers. |
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| ELM 141B |
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| ELM 141 |
| Title: | Blueprint Reading |
| Catalog Description: | Focus on electrical prints, drawings, symbols, and specifications for construction and electrical plans. |
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| ELM 142B |
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| ELM 142 |
| Title: | Raceways |
| Catalog Description: | Introduction to the types and applications of raceways, wireways, and ducts. Students will learn how to cut, ream, thread, connect, and bend conduit using hand, mechanical, hydraulic, and electric benders. |
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| ELM 143B |
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| ELM 143 |
| Title: | Wiring Techniques |
| Catalog Description: | Practical application in a variety of building types and remodeling of existing buildings. Course will include job building, material estimation, tool and material use, and installation techniques. |
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