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Industrial Electrician - Apprenticeship

Industrial electricians install, troubleshoot, and maintain electrical systems, industrial manufacturing equipment, and power distribution in accordance with relevant codes. 

Program Code: 504131
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Area of Study: Manufacturing

How long is the program?

  • 4 years 
  • 7,600 hours on-the-job training 
  • 720 hours paid related instruction 
  • Additional training:  
    • First Aid and CPR certifications 
    • Transition to Trainer 

What will I learn?

Your training and instruction will cover: 

  • Installing, maintaining, and repairing electrical wiring, equipment, and fixtures.  
    • Ensuring that work is in accordance with relevant codes.  
    • May work from ladders, scaffolds, or roofs. 
  • Use of a variety of tools or equipment, such as power construction equipment, measuring devices, power tools, and testing equipment, such as oscilloscopes, ammeters, or test lamps.  
  • Assembling, installing, testing, or maintaining electrical or electronic wiring, equipment, appliances, apparatus, or fixtures, using hand tools or power tools. 
Online

Classes wherever you have an internet connection. 

  • An in-person career experience, such as an internship, practicum, or credit for prior learning, may be required.
  • Some online courses may be held at specific dates/times.
Day
Classes between the hours of 6:00 a.m. and 5:30 p.m.
Evening
Classes between the hours of 5:30 p.m. and 10:30 p.m.
Weekend
A combination of online classes and Saturday and/or Sunday classes.
Full-time
12 or more credits per term.
Part-time
Fewer than 12 credits per term.
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