Pima Community College Tucson, Arizona

The Electrician program at Pima Community College is designed to equip students with the knowledge and skills necessary to succeed in the high-demand electrical trades. This program typically provides a comprehensive curriculum covering the fundamentals of electrical theory, safety regulations, and practical wiring techniques. Students learn to read blueprints, install and troubleshoot electrical systems, bend conduit, and work with motor controls and PLCs. The program emphasizes hands-on training in well-equipped labs that simulate real-world electrical environments. The duration of the program can vary, leading to a certificate or associate’s degree, typically taking between one and two years of full-time study. Graduates are prepared for entry-level positions as electricians in residential, commercial, and industrial settings, with opportunities to advance to supervisory roles. The program may offer opportunities to pursue industry certifications like NCCER, further enhancing their employability and career progression. Pima’s Electrician program may also have connections with local unions and electrical contractors, providing additional pathways to apprenticeships and job placement.

You can view detailed information about the programs or certificates available at Pima Community College on the NCES website.

* Cohort Year represents the year for which students began their studies and applies to Graduation and Transfer Out Rates.
** Net Price is Average Net Price for 2022-2023 generated for full-time beginning undergraduate students who were awarded grant or scholarship aid from federal, state or local governments, or the institution. For public institutions only students paying the in-state or in-district rate are included. For institutions that charge students by program, net price is generated for the institution’s largest program.
NA (Not applicable) – Graduation rate, transfer-out rate and the net price are not applicable to institutions that do not have full-time, first-time degree-seeking undergraduate students in the applicable cohort year or the financial aid year.