NCCER Electrical Level 4

Technical Diploma: Electrical

This program is designed to prepare students to work as an Electrician. Electricians install electrical systems in structures; they install wiring and other electrical components, such as circuit breaker panels, switches, and light fixtures, and they follow blueprints, the National Electrical Code® and state and local codes. This program covers four levels of training based on curriculum developed by the National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER). To prepare trainees for a career in the electrical field, NCCER offers a comprehensive, 4-level Electrical curriculum that complies with DOL time-based standards for apprenticeship. Students who successfully complete the program will be nationally certified by NCCER.

A career and technical certificate (CTC) may be earned in the first semester and a certificate of technical studies (CTS) may be earned in the second semester; a technical diploma may be earned upon completion of all technical courses. Students also have the option to complete the Technical Studies Associate of Applied Science with a concentration in Electrical by completing General Education courses in addition to the technical courses.

• Complete the program of study outlined below.
• Earn a “C” or better in all courses required for the completion of the program.

Program Outcomes

• Apply electrical theory and tools in residential and construction environments.
• Integrate various electrical devices to construct electrical systems.
• Employ electrical calculations to size and troubleshoot electrical systems.
• Demonstrate knowledge of the National Electrical Code and its application to various industries.
• Demonstrate proper safety, use, maintenance, and storage of electrical equipment.