Salina Area Technical College Salina, Kansas

The Electrician program at Salina Area Technical College provides students with the skills and knowledge necessary to succeed in the high-demand electrical field. This comprehensive program likely covers a wide range of topics, including electrical theory, blueprint reading, wiring techniques, and the National Electrical Code (NEC). A significant portion of the program is dedicated to hands-on training, where students gain practical experience installing, maintaining, and repairing electrical systems in simulated residential, commercial, and industrial environments. The curriculum typically includes instruction on electrical safety, troubleshooting techniques, and the use of specialized tools and equipment. The program may take between one and two years to complete, leading to an Associate of Applied Science (AAS) degree or a certificate of completion. Graduates are well-prepared for entry-level positions as electricians, electrical technicians, and maintenance electricians, with opportunities to work for electrical contractors, industrial facilities, and other organizations that require skilled electrical workers. Some students will also be able to begin an electrical apprenticeship as part of their coursework.

You can view detailed information about the programs or certificates available at Salina Area Technical 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.