Electrical Technology

The Electrical Technology curriculum provides students with leading edge technical training in all phases of residential and commercial wiring, which will prepare students for career opportunities in the electrical industry. Students receive instruction in the safe and proper operation of tools and power equipment, reading electrical plans and specifications, and employability skills needed in the 21st century workplace. Following the National Electrical Code (NEC) and other electrical standards they will receive practical experience in roughing in services, electrical panels, feeders, lighting fixtures and branch circuits.

Estimating and scheduling skills are refined and practiced. These skills are utilized as the student progresses through the practice of electrical wiring of residential and commercial structures. During the second semester students will have the opportunity to put their acquired knowledge and skills to work by wiring a complete house built in the construction program. The program also includes the study and implementation of energy savings techniques and alternate energy sources working with Green Energy students have been installing working Solar Panels on the school campus.

All students will test for the Vermont Electrical Apprenticeship 1st year certification.

2 credits language arts, 2 credits science, 2 credits mathematics (Algebra I is required), 2 credits social studies, and two elective credits. Total of 10 credits are needed for admission. Students can earn credits in summer school.

1 credit in mathematics or technical physics
5 credits in technical education

Vermont Apprenticeship
Vermont Electrical Apprenticeship I

Vermont Technical College
ELT 1101: General Electronics (3 credits)

OSHA-10
1st Year Electrical Apprenticeship Certificate

Students may enter the program as a junior or senior.

With instructor and Cooperative Education coordinator approval, second year students may have the opportunity to work in the field for credit, experience, and wages.

Careers in Electrical (use Electrical as the key word)

In addition to jobs created by the increased demand for electrical work, openings are expected over the next decade as electricians retire. This will create good job opportunities, especially for those with the widest range of skills, including voice, data, and video wiring. Job openings for electricians will vary by location and specialty, however, and will be best in the fastest growing regions of the country.