Electricity
Technical Diploma — Downtown Milwaukee Campus

Program code: 31-413-1

This curriculum goes into effect starting with the summer 2008 semester.

This page was last updated in July 2007.

Overview — The Electricity program is a two-semester technical diploma program that focuses on preparing you for entry-level electrician positions in industry and the building trades. Completion of this program does not substitute for an electrical apprenticeship, but does offer you the basic knowledge needed to begin working for some electrical contractors. MATC also offers a certificate program. Construction Electricity concentrates on residential electrical construction.

Career Outlook — Industry requires electricians to install and repair industrial equipment, and perform normal building maintenance. The construction electrical field needs electricians for new construction, and to repair and remodel existing buildings. In both the maintenance and construction electrical fields, the electrician may be involved in wiring heating and lighting circuits, and the power circuits of machines and equipment. Positions available to graduates of the program include electrician’s helper and wholesale electrical parts distribution worker.

Career Preparation and Expected Learning Outcomes — Employers expect you as a job applicant to know how to:

• Use basic meters to check electrical circuits
• Do basic calculations relative to circuit loading and wire size
• Perform associated mechanical operations, such as conduit bending and wiring
• Read electrical blueprints and interpret electrical code
• Communicate using written and oral means

Preparation for Admission — The following are required for admission to the program:

• Ability to drive and a valid driver’s license
• Demonstration of proficiency in basic skills through a course placement assessment

Skills and aptitudes necessary for success in the program are normal physical strength, good manual dexterity, and the ability to climb without fear of heights. Normal vision, including color perception, is important. A high school diploma or GED is recommended.

Future Opportunities — Some graduates use the training as a stepping-stone to an apprenticeship, either as a construction electrician or industrial maintenance electrician.

Possible Careers:

Electrician
Electrician’s Helper
Construction Electrician Apprentice
Industrial Maintenance Electrician Apprentice
Wholesale Electrical Parts Distribution

Related Program:

Electrical Power Distribution

For more information, call 414-297-MATC.

Curriculum effective 2008-2009.

Hours per Week: r = related, s = shop

Program curriculum requirements are subject to change.

‡ Prerequisite Required.

For course descriptions, class times and locations, visit INFOnline.