Electrical Technician
Interested in a hands-on career? Electrical Technicians are in high demand and enjoy competitive wages.
High Quality VR-Based Electrical Training
Train smarter and harder. Quickly gain the experience you need to become job-ready as an Electrician Apprentice with state-of-the-art virtual reality skills training.
9 Weeks
Program Length
OSHA 10-Hour Construction
Certification
Issuing Authority
Career Insight
What does an Electrical Technician do?
Electricians are responsible for the installation and maintenance of the electrical infrastructure that powers our homes, offices, schools, hospitals, and industries. Without electricians, we would be unable to enjoy the conveniences and necessities of modern life, essentially anything that utilizes electricity as its power source. To excel as an electrician, you’ll need to be able to work independently, enjoy tactile, hands-on work, and be a problem-solver.
As an Electrical Technician with your Electrician Career Prep Professional Certification, you can work as an Electrical apprentice to gain the experience needed to become a fully-trained Electrical technician. Depending on your training specialty and industry, some of your day-to-day tasks could include:
Performing general maintenance on electrical systems
Diagnosing and repairing malfunctioning electrical systems
Installing electrical systems in new construction projects or renovations
Create construction or installation diagrams
73,500
ELECTRICIANS EACH YEAR IN THE US
Note: Salaries can vary widely depending on education, experience, employer, and even geographic area. Job and salary information is from ziprecruiter.com and the U.S. Department of Labor Statistics. Data is updated annually to reflect industry changes.
JOB OUTLOOK
Potential Career Paths
Considering that nearly every building has some form of electrical power, new construction will mean further job prospects for electricians. The ongoing need for maintaining older equipment in manufacturing plants and emergency electrical repairs after storms and grid blowouts creates more demand. Finally, advances in power generation will require electricians trained in the installation and maintenance of solar and wind technologies. All of these ensure that the demand for Electrical Technicians will continue to grow.
Individuals who complete this program and possess the subsequent certifications have the skills to find jobs as:
Electrician Apprentice
Inside Wireman
Outside Lineman
Installer Technician
JOB OUTLOOK
Potential Career Paths
Considering that nearly every building has some form of electrical power, new construction will mean further job prospects for electricians. The ongoing need for maintaining older equipment in manufacturing plants and emergency electrical repairs after storms and grid blowouts creates more demand. Finally, advances in power generation will require electricians trained in the installation and maintenance of solar and wind technologies. All of these ensure that the demand for Electrical Technicians will continue to grow.
Individuals who complete this program and possess the subsequent certifications have the skills to find jobs as:
Electrician Apprentice
Inside Wireman
Outside Lineman
Installer Technician
73,500
ELECTRICIANS EACH YEAR IN THE US
Note: Salaries can vary widely depending on education, experience, employer, and even geographic area. Job and salary information is from ziprecruiter.com and the U.S. Department of Labor Statistics. Data is updated annually to reflect industry changes.
Soft Skills Check
Do You Have What It Takes To Succeed?
Common Attributes of Successful Electrical Technicians
Knowledgeable
Electricians have a deep understanding of different electrical methods and codes for work to be done safely, efficiently, and effectively.
Good Communication
Electricians must be able to communicate well with different parties including builders, architects, and clients.
Problem-Solving
Electricians have to be nimble problem- solvers, tackling anything from easy fixes to complicated electrical installations.
Basic Math Skills
HVAC technicians often work with heavy machinery which can be physically demanding.
Physical Aptitude
Electricians must have a sharp eye and deft hands to distinguish between different colored wires, as well as the physical fitness required to bend, pipe, and pull wires.
Immersive VR Learning
- Explore real-world scenarios with interactive 3D simulations.
- Learn from education experts and master electricians.
- Get unlimited, hands-on practice in a safe, virtual environment.
- Gain confidence and build your skills in a way not available in a typical classroom setting.
Train and Get Certified
- Prepare and review for your OSHA 10-hour Certification exam while working through your Electrician training curriculum.
- Provide potential employers with evidence of skills gained.
COURSE OVERVIEW
Electrical Technician
The electrical trade is one of the most constant industries for new jobs. This program prepares students for entry-level roles in the electrical field. After completing the program, you will be able to install electrical devices, build electrical circuits, and gain an understanding of the common tools that are used in the electrical trade.
After completing this 3 to 5-week online training, students will be prepared to take part in the Electrician field and will receive an Electrician Career Prep Professional Certificate of Completion. In addition, upon successful completion of the program, the student is prepared to sit for the following certification(s): OSHA 10-Hour Construction Industry.
Scheduling Details
Schedule: Coursework available 24/7
Total Course Hours: 65
Estimated Completion Time:
Flexible scheduling…You decide how quickly you want to get certified.
- Students who commit 20 hours/week can complete in 3 weeks.
- Students who commit 10 hours/week can complete in 5 weeks.
Maximum time to complete: Students have access to the online course materials for 12 months.
Instruction & Evaluation Strategies
- Self-directed study
- Skills demonstrations, simulations, and online activities to aid learning
- Quizzes and Exams
The majority of this course will be conducted through drill exercises and related learner-centered practice activities and quizzes based on the knowledge you have gained through completing each chapter. Be prepared for a thorough, and extensive hands-on experience.
Books and Materials Used:
No books necessary for this course. All materials are on-line.
Outline/Lessons
Module 1: Becoming an Electrician
In this module, you will learn about the training you need to become an electrician. It will also cover fundamental electrical concepts and how they relate to one another. You will be introduced to basic math skills used in the electrical field.
Module 2: Tool Fundamentals
In this module, you will learn tools frequently used for electrical work. You will be introduced to tools such as a multimeter, hand and power tools.
Module 3: Circuit Basics
In this module, you will learn how DC circuits fit into the real world and how Kirchhoff’s Law and Ohm’s Law apply to series and parallel DC circuits. You will gain a deeper understanding of alternating current and A/C power, how it behaves, and how it is generated. Lastly, this module covers how magnetism, current, and the sine wave are all connected in an A/C motor.
Module 4: Installation Basics
In this module, you will be introduced to electrical safety required by OSHA in regard to electrical installation. You will learn three electrical devices that are likely to be encountered on electrical-related service calls. The ampacity of conductors is defined and explained in this module. In conclusion, you will learn how to measure, cut, ream, and bend Electrical Metallic Tubing (EMT) conduit.
Module 5: Electrical Safety
In this module, you will learn about different types of safety as it pertains to the electrical field, including ladder and fall safety. You will also be introduced to lockout/tagout energy control procedures.
Module 6: Electrical Code
In this module, you will learn about the National Electrical Code, which is a set of guidelines that covers the best ways to do electrical work in residential and commercial settings. You will also be introduced to the fundamentals of three-way and four-way switches.
Upon successful completion students will be able to:
- List fundamental electrical concepts.
- Identify the parts and tools used in the electrical field.
- Explain how to build DC and DC combination circuits
- Explain the basic safety and tools used in the electrical field.
- Describe electrical installation and the devices that are used.
- Identify Electrical Codes and how they are used.
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