Electrician
Electricians Do More Than Just Keep the Lights On — They Power the World!
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Program Overview
Take Control of Your Future with Training in Electrician
The services that electricians provide are critical to just about every industry out there. Most businesses wouldn’t function without the electrical power, communications, lighting, and control systems that electricians are skilled in installing and maintaining. Similar to industries like healthcare, it’s an industry that is not likely to ever go away. Not to mention that it has a growing demand for skilled professionals. In fact, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the job outlook for electricians is growing much faster than average.
What Electricians Do
As an electrician, your daily tasks may include:
- Installing and maintaining wiring, control, and lighting systems in homes, businesses, and factories
- Reading blueprints and technical diagrams
- Inspecting electrical components, such as transformers and circuit breakers, and identifying problems using a variety of testing devices
- Repairing and replacing wiring, equipment, and fixtures
- Following state and local building regulations based on the National Electrical Code
What You’ll Learn in Our Electrician Program
Skills to help you go even further in your career!
At Summit College, we believe our instructors are just as important as our curriculum. That’s why we have a dedicated team of instructors with real-world experience. As a student in the Electrician program, you’ll be getting both classroom and hands-on instruction to help prepare you for real-world situations. You’ll be trained in all the essentials of electrical safety and theory, National Electric Code (NEC) application, wiring and power distribution, AC & DC machines and motors, commercial installation, electrical circuits, green electricity and more. You’ll also learn valuable people and communication skills to help you go even further in your career!
Ready for What’s Next?
Your Path to Success Starts Now!
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Benefits of Electrician Training at Summit College
Not only will you get the hands-on training and skills you need to become a professional electrician, you’ll also be able to start working and earning fast. Summit College has been providing quality career education since 1991, and we currently offer flexible day or evening class schedules in a hybrid delivery. This means that lab classes are offered in person and on campus, and lecture and assignments are online. Free tutoring and one-on-one assistance from our Career Services Department is available to help you land the job of your dreams.
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Classroom and hands-on instruction to prepare you for the workplace:
Learn about electrical safety and theory, National Electric Code (NEC) code application, wiring and power distribution, circuits, green electricity and more.
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The perfect learning environment:
In just nine short months — with the flexibility of day or evening classes — you’ll learn the skills you need to succeed. Our dedicated faculty, small classes and industry standard equipment make it easy for you to learn.
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Career and training support services:
You are important to us. That’s why we offer free tutoring, personal attention from faculty members, resume assistance, mock interviews and workshops.
Yes, I’m Interested. Tell Me More.
Contact us today for more information, and one of our admissions representatives will provide you with more valuable information, such as:
- Admissions Requirements
- Enrollment Support
- Tuition & Financial Aid
- Curriculum Details
- Program Features
- Placement Services
Is Career Training Right for You?
Take the Summit College Career Training Readiness Quiz
The fun, online quiz takes 3 minutes to complete, and you’ll get a personalized report. Identify your strengths and social style, plus the training and positions you’re best suited for.