Twin Districts Region MS

CAREER TYPE

Electrical Technician

Electricity is an integral part of everyday life. Almost every new technological device needs some type of electrical supply. For this and many other reasons, Electrical Technicians are and will remain in great demand. From simply wiring a residence to being able to program the controllers for a major manufacturing plant, today's electrical technician will require a strong background of technical knowledge. Well trained electrical workers are in great demand by today's advancing technology and by the growing residential, commercial, industrial construction industries, petroleum production and petroleum refineries. Our program is designed to give you the knowledge necessary to succeed in the electrical field. Installing and maintaining electrical systems, as well as the ability to troubleshoot and repair these systems plays a vital role in keeping today's economy and national livelihood at the highest standard possible. Salaries begin at $28,000.00 and up to $95,000.00 depending on option taken, location, and job requirements.

CAREER TYPE KEY FACTS:

Salary Range Potential: $50,000-95,000

Class Types:

TRAINING CENTER PROGRAMS

Electrical Technology [E/M]*-Electrical Technician

The program has instruction and training in general electrical theory; residential, commercial and industrial wiring; the National Electrical Code; Electrical motor maintenance; Motor control systems; Programmable logic controls; Solid state motor controls and automated electrical system. The Electrical Technology Program works with the Mississippi Construction Education Foundation to provide national certification to its students in Core Construction, Electrical Level 1 and Electrical Level 2. These certifications are through the National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER).

*Non-Credit Program

Example of Class Types

  Day and Night Classes:

Pre-requisites required:

Length of Program
1 year

Summary of Program Requirements


Skills Needed
Mechanical aptitude, Problem-solving skills, reading comprension, Business skills, Customer service
Jones County Junior College
Ellisville

Contact
Seth Pierce
(601) 477-4086
seth.pierce@jcjc.edu



  
Electrical Technology [E/M]*-Residential Electrician | Commercial Electrician | Industrial Electrician | Maintenance Electrician

Electrical Technology is designed to prepare students for employment in positions in installing, operating, maintaining and repairing electrical systems. The hands-on program trains students in electrical trouble-shooting and develops problem-solving skills in industrial electrical procedures, programmable logic controllers and process control.

*Non-Credit Program

Example of Class Types

Residential Wiring, Commercial Wiring, Electrical Power, Fundamentals of Electricity

  Day and Night Classes:

Day classes

Pre-requisites required:
Attain a 16 composite score on the ACT; or Score a 251 or higher on the ACCUPLACER Reading section and a 230 or above on the Algebra section; or Earn a "C" or above in Math for Occupational Education (CTE 1113); or Complete 15 semester hours with a "C" average from an accredited college.

Length of Program
1 year

Summary of Program Requirements
Attain a 16 composite score on the ACT; or Score a 251 or higher on the ACCUPLACER Reading section and a 230 or above on the Algebra section; or Earn a "C" or above in Math for Occupational Education (CTE 1113); or Complete 15 semester hours with a "C" average from an accredited college.

Skills Needed
Critical thinking, Mobility, Tactile, Basic Math
Meridian Community College
Meridian

Contact
Jim Miles
601.484.8775
jmiles@meridiancc.edu