Qualified electricians install, troubleshoot, and repair electrical systems in residential and commercial settings. There continues to be high demand for well-trained electricians nationwide.

The Electrical program consists of four levels (8 courses). Core Electrical Level 1 - Part A is the entry course for the Certificate Program.

The curriculum is designed by the industry and aligned with national competency standards.

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Through structured classroom discussion, demonstration, and hands-on activities, students learn skills in areas listed below:

Electrical Level I - Part A & B

•  safety
•  electrical theory
•  test equipment
•  electrical-related math & wiring
•  hand conduit bending and installation
•  fasteners and anchors
•  NEC (code)
•  raceways, boxes, fittings, conductors
•  electrical blueprints and wiring

Electrical Level II - Part A & B

•  alternating current
•  theory and application of motors
•  grounding
•  mechanical conduit bending
•  boxes and fittings
•  conductor installations
•  terminations and splices
•  circuit breakers fuses, contactors and relays
•  electric lighting

Electrical Level III - Part A & B

•  conductor selection
•  overcurrent protection
•  wiring devices, distribution equipment and transformers
•  lamps, ballasts, components, motor calculations
•  motor maintenance and controls
•  electricity in HVAC systems, and hazardous locations

Electrical Level IV - Part A & B
This level prepares those getting ready to test for the State Exam to become a Journeyman Electrician.

•  load calculations (feeder and services) practical applications of lighting standby and emergency systems electronic theory, fire alarm systems specialty transformers, advanced controls
•  motor maintenance, and high voltage terminations/splice