Electrical Trades
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An Overview of the Electrical Trades Program
Advances in technology and increasing demand for both renewable and conventional electrical power make the work of an electrician more dynamic, more interesting and much more diverse than many other professions. Technology provides society new electrical systems daily, the challenge for electricians is to master these new advances in technology so the customer enjoys a safe, secure and reliable system.
Virtually every structure has some form of an installed electrical system. Structures employing electrical systems can be broadly defined into four categories – Residential, Commercial, Industrial and Institutional. While the skill set necessary to install and maintain these different systems is varied, foundational knowledge of the characteristics of electricity and basic circuitry are a common underpinning for all of these systems.
Pre-apprenticeship and Apprenticeship programs provide both the hands-on skills and the technical classroom related knowledge required to find success in this dynamic, exciting profession. The career path for a highly skilled electrician is paved on the bedrock of Pre-apprenticeship.
Advances in technology and increasing demand for both renewable and conventional electrical power make the work of an electrician more dynamic, more interesting and much more diverse than many other professions. Technology provides society new electrical systems daily, the challenge for electricians is to master these new advances in technology so the customer enjoys a safe, secure and reliable system.
Virtually every structure has some form of an installed electrical system. Structures employing electrical systems can be broadly defined into four categories – Residential, Commercial, Industrial and Institutional. While the skill set necessary to install and maintain these different systems is varied, foundational knowledge of the characteristics of electricity and basic circuitry are a common underpinning for all of these systems.
Pre-apprenticeship and Apprenticeship programs provide both the hands-on skills and the technical classroom related knowledge required to find success in this dynamic, exciting profession. The career path for a highly skilled electrician is paved on the bedrock of Pre-apprenticeship.
Career Opportunities
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Career Skills Developed
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Program Highlights
(Electrical Major-Inside Wireman Pathway)
(Facilities Maintenance Pathway)
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Suggested Skill Set
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Additional Features
- Students have the opportunity to earn their Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) certification.
- Students will participate in SkillsUSA, a student leadership organization, which is part of the curriculum.
- Students who successfully complete the two-year Electrical Trades program may receive advanced college credits through agreements with some of Ohio's community colleges, including Columbus State Community College.