Engineering Technology is a very high-demand applied technical field and typically involves the implementation and maintenance of energy, manufacturing, construction, or transportation systems. The Engineering Technology Substation and Relay Technology specialization degree program will prepare students for careers that involve a wide variety of technology processes. The program is comprised of two parts, the Engineering Support Specialist Certificate and the Engineering Substation and Relay Technology Specialization.
The Engineering Support Specialist is the general preparation for all engineering technologists and is comprised of courses in both theoretical and applied technical content. The common technical core consists of 18 semester hours of technical core courses from the following areas: instrumentation and measurement, manufacturing processes and materials, quality, computer-aided drafting, electronics, and safety. The total Associate in Science degree program consists of 60 credit hours.
The 18-credit hour technical core has been defined to align with the Manufacturing Skills Standards Council’s (MSSC) skills standards. MSSC skill standards define the knowledge, skills, and performance needed by to- day’s frontline manufacturing workers. After completing this core and the General Education requirements, it is anticipated that students will be prepared to pass the MSSC Production Technician Certification.
The Engineering Technology Substation and Relay Technology Specialization program is specific to Lake-Sumter State College and is designed to place students into the role of a Substation and Protective Relay Technician in electrical utilities or co-generation facilities. The specialty core is comprised of 24 semester hours which includes specialization coursework covering the theory of three-phase power, protective relaying, power transformers, high voltage breakers, electrical utility systems, and documentation.
Degree Information
Program Costs
Tuition costs for programs and courses at the associate's degree level are $109.73 per credit hour. Additional costs will include textbooks, materials, and course fees. Learn more about our tuition & fees.
Scholarships
Scholarships are available to all eligible students each semester from the LSSC Foundation. Visit the Foundation Scholarships page to learn more.
Students graduating from high school and enrolling at LSSC may qualify for other scholarships offered through the State of Florida. You will be notified of your eligibility after you apply to the College.
Financial Aid
There are many options to finance your education. You may be eligible for Federal Grants, Work-Study, State Grants, Federal Loans, and Institutional Scholarships. For more information and how to apply, please visit the Financial Aid page.
A student must have a high school diploma or GED to apply to Lake-Sumter State College.
Application Process
Degree Planning
Semester-by-Semester Course Plan for Full-Time Students
Semester-by-Semester Course Plan for Part-Time Students
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Jobs/Careers
Job Outlook (Florida)
Statewide, the Florida Department of Economic Opportunity (FLDEO) predicts 1.67% job growth in Electrical and Electronics Repairers, Powerhouse, Substation, and Relay through 2023. This includes all 67 of Florida's counties.
In Central Florida, FLDEO predicts a 10% growth rate in Electrical and Electronics Repairers, Powerhouse, Substation, and Relay through 2029. For this data, Central Florida includes Lake, Orange, Osceola, Seminole, and Sumter Counties. Salary Data (Florida)
According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics 2021 wage data, the median salary for Electrical and Electronics Repairers, Powerhouse, Substation, and Relay is $48,050 in Central Florida. Across Florida, the median salary is $48,280. For this data, Central Florida includes Lake, Orange, Osceola, and Seminole Counties.
Upon successful completion of the A.S Engineering Technology Substation program, a student is eligible to test for the following industry certification:
- Certified Production Technician (CPT) certification from Manufacturing Skill Standards Council
Mission
The mission of the A.S Engineering Technology Substation program is to deliver students innovative and applied education that prepares students to become highly skilled engineering technologists in the electric utility industry and industrial power facilities.
Student Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of the A.S. Engineering Technology Substation program requirements, graduates will be able to:
- Apply knowledge of mathematics, science, engineering technology, and computing to identify, analyze, and solve problems pertaining to the design, development, and implementation of electronic systems.
- Proficient in electric utility transformers, breakers, switches, generating plants, substations, power lines, and various utility infrastructure and operational protocols.
- Discuss Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) laws and regulations
- Be eligible for a National Certification for the Manufacturing Skill Standards Council Certification
The State of Florida requires students entering a Florida College System (FCS) or State University System (SUS) institution to demonstrate competency in civic literacy by the time they graduate, pursuant to s. 1007.25(5), Florida Statutes. Beginning with the 2021-2022 academic year, newly enrolled students must demonstrate competency through completion of a civic literacy course and by achieving a passing score on the Florida Civic Literacy Examination (FCLE).
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