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Career Area: Architecture and Construction
Technical Diploma
Program Number: 31-413-1
Approximately 1 Year to Complete
This is based on full-time enrollment. Actual time to completion may vary based on the availability of courses a college offers and the number of credits the student takes in any given time period.
Credit Program
Most credit programs are eligible for financial aid, while most non-credit certificates provide valuable work-related skills on a short timeline. Check with the college offering the program to determine if it is eligible for financial aid.
Average Annual Tuition: $4386
This is based on one year of full-time enrollment for in-state students. WTCS tuition is set by the Wisconsin Technical College System Board in March for the following year. It does not include books, materials or program/college-related fees.
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Electricity Careers

Recent Wisconsin job postings for this degree:

  • Electricians
  • Electrical Engineers
  • Line Installers and Repairers
  • Construction Electricians

 

Average Median Wage

$50956

Electricity Programs

The Electricity program provides students with the concepts of and extensive hands-on training in general electrical applications. Coursework develops basic knowledge and skills in residential, commercial and industrial electricity to prepare them for a career path in any of the three areas. In addition, students learn trade-specific mathematics, safety, electrical code, electrical theory, construction trades blueprint reading, basic programmable logic controls, and will investigate the theories and principals of renewable energy and conservation.

The program is designed to help graduates enter the State Electrical Apprenticeship program through the Department of Workforce Development, Bureau of Apprenticeship Standards. Graduates are also prepared for employer-sponsored training programs.

Electricity Part of a Career Pathway Program Transfers Offered completely online Shared Program
Fox Valley Electricity at Fox Valley
Madison College Electricity at Madison College
Milwaukee Area Electricity at Milwaukee Area
Moraine Park Electricity at Moraine Park
Northeast Electricity at Northeast
Waukesha County Electricity at Waukesha County

Wisconsin Technical College System

The Wisconsin Technical College System offers more than 500 programs awarding two-year associate degrees, one- and two-year technical diplomas, short-term technical diplomas and certificates. The System is the major provider of customized instruction and technical assistance for Wisconsin employers. More than 270,000 people enroll at a technical college each year.

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