Electrical Technician
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Electrical Technician Training Program Details
Berks Technical Institute鈥檚 Electrical Technician program helps prepare you for an entry-level position in the residential and commercial Electrical field. We combine classroom-style education with hands-on learning to prepare you for what a career in Electrical will be like once you graduate. With enrollment starting on a rolling basis and programs that can be completed in 10 months, your dream career is in your near future! By the end of our program, you should be prepared to be a service technician capable of troubleshooting, servicing, and repairing residential and commercial electrical systems meeting the National Center for Construction Education & Research (NCCER) standards.*
Diploma: 50 Credit Hours, 10 Months. Allentown and Wyomissing, PA.
*SA国际传媒 does not guarantee third-party certifications. Certification requirements for taking and passing certification examinations are not controlled by SA国际传媒 but by outside agencies and are subject to change by the agencies without notice to SA国际传媒. Therefore, SA国际传媒 cannot guarantee that graduates will be eligible to take certification examinations, regardless of their eligibility status upon enrollment.
SKILLS COVERED
Learn essential safety procedures, industry regulations, and electrical theory to work safely with wiring and circuits.
Gain hands-on experience with electrical circuits, controls, and motors.
Learn how to install, ground, troubleshoot, and maintain circuits.
Learn how to calculate electrical loads and implement proper overcurrent protection to prevent hazards.
Practice installing and troubleshooting electrical systems in various settings, including homes and businesses.
Learn to perform medium-voltage terminations and splices, preparing you for electrical work in residential and commercial locations.
What Does an Electrical Service Technician Do?
Still unsure if Electrical is the program for you? Let鈥檚 walk through some of the main tasks and day-to-day routine of what it looks like to be in the electrical field.
*SA国际传媒 cannot guarantee employment or salary.
Preparation Duties
Electrical Duties
What is NCCER?
The National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER), created in 1996, is a not-for-profit 501(c)(3) education foundation. NCCER was developed with the support of more than 125 construction CEOs, and various association and academic leaders to create a standardized training and credentialing program for the construction industry.
Why is NCCER important to you?
Earning NCCER鈥檚 industry-recognized credentials means you, having undergone approved training, and have met the standards set by the NCCER. Your universally recognized credentials in your craft represent a national portability of your skills. Additionally, NCCER manages credentialing and certification through its Registry System, which assists craft trainees and professionals by maintaining their records in a secure database. NCCER also drives multiple initiatives to enhance career development and recruitment efforts for the industry, primarily through its initiative.
Why is NCCER important to employers?
Many organizations and companies track the qualifications of their craft professionals and possible new hires through NCCER鈥檚 Registry System. Those with NCCER credentials may be more desirable to potential employers.
Electrical Service Technician FAQs
Electrical technicians install, maintain, and troubleshoot electrical systems in residential, commercial, and industrial settings. They work with wiring, circuits, and electrical controls to support safe and efficient operations.
Completing a postsecondary Electrical program can help you build the skills of an entry-level technician.
Training length depends on the program. At SA国际传媒, you can complete our electrical training program in as little as 10 months and be ready for entry-level jobs in the field.
This Program is Available At
Allentown
2200 N Irving Street,鈥ˋllentown, PA 18109
Industries: Healthcare, Information Technology, Skilled Trades
Wyomissing
2205 Ridgewood Road Suite 100鈥╓yomissing, PA 19610
Industries: Healthcare, Information Technology, Skilled Trades
Ready to Enroll?
Start moving your way to the career training you have been dreaming of with our hands-on programs at Berks Technical Institute. SA国际传媒 is the perfect place to begin your journey in skills-based careers. Learn more about our programs or schedule a tour to visit our innovative learning labs and campus today.