| Construction electricians lay out, assemble,
install, and test electrical fixtures and wiring used in electrical
systems on construction sites. Maintenance electricians maintain
and keep many different types of electrical equipment in good working
order principally by detecting and repairing defective equipment
before a breakdown occurs. In this course, you will install many
types of switches, conduit, controls, circuit breakers, wires,
lights, signal devices, and other electrical parts. Instruction
is provided in the installation of electrical distribution systems
both overhead and underground. Instruction is also given on motors,
transformers, and generators. What
you will need
Mechanical aptitude
Ability to work independently
Ability to work as a team
Communication skills
Problem solving/troubleshooting
skills
Ability to work under pressure
Analytical skills
Patience
Endurance
What you will learn
Residential wiring
Residential service
Wiring alterations and additions
to existing structures
Install electrical
environmental circuits
DC machines
Commercial and
industrial wiring
Electrical maintenance
Plans and site work on commercial and industrial
jobs
Commercial and industrial
services
Power distribution transformers |
Single phase transformers and
AC machines
Electrical motor and controls
Three phase transformers and
AC machines
PLCs
Electrical aspects of HVAC and
related facilities
Emergency power systems
Energy production,
conservation
& environmental responsibility
Employment
skills
details
Career
possibilities
Commercial & Industrial
Equipment Repairer
Electrician
Electrician's Helper
Powerhouse, Substation
Relay Repairer
Sales Engineer (Electrical
Products)
Career
possibilities with additional
education
Electrical Contractor
Electrical Engineer
Electrical Technician:
Plant
Maintenance Supervisor
Superintendent (Construction)
Earning
potential
Electrical
Technician
$18,700-31,200/year
Electrician
$310-740/week
Electrical Engineer
$29,736-90,000/year
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