Antelope Valley Community College District Lancaster, California

The Electrician program at Antelope Valley Community College District is designed to provide students with the knowledge and skills necessary to succeed in the electrical trade. Students can expect to learn electrical theory, blueprint reading, and the National Electrical Code (NEC). The program likely offers hands-on training in residential, commercial, and industrial wiring, as well as motor controls and programmable logic controllers (PLCs). Emphasis is placed on safety practices and code compliance, preparing students for a safe and productive career. While the exact duration may vary, electrician programs at community colleges often span one to two years. Graduates are prepared for entry-level positions as electricians in various sectors, including construction, manufacturing, and utilities. Completion of the program can provide a significant advantage in securing apprenticeships with local union or non-union contractors, potentially leading to reduced apprenticeship hours and faster career advancement. It’s recommended to verify program specifics such as certifications offered by visiting the AVCCD website or contacting their trades department.

You can view detailed information about the programs or certificates available at Antelope Valley Community College District 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.