Red Rocks Community College Lakewood, Colorado

The Electrician program at Red Rocks Community College provides students with the knowledge and skills necessary to succeed in the high-demand electrical field. Through a combination of classroom instruction and hands-on lab work, students will gain a solid foundation in electrical theory, wiring methods, safety practices, and the National Electrical Code (NEC). The curriculum is designed to cover various aspects of the electrical trade, including residential, commercial, and industrial applications. Students will learn to read blueprints, install and maintain electrical systems, troubleshoot electrical problems, and adhere to safety regulations. The program typically involves several semesters of coursework, culminating in a certificate or degree. Graduates are prepared to enter the workforce as entry-level electricians, electrical apprentices, or electrical technicians. Potential career paths include residential electrician, commercial electrician, industrial electrician, maintenance electrician, or electrical contractor. Many programs also focus on emerging technologies like solar power, preparing graduates for careers in sustainable energy. The goal is to equip students with marketable skills and make them job-ready upon graduation.

You can view detailed information about the programs or certificates available at Red Rocks 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.