Truckee Meadows Community College Reno, Nevada

The Electrician program at Truckee Meadows Community College (TMCC) provides students with the knowledge and skills necessary to begin a rewarding career as an electrician. Typically, the program is designed to equip students with both theoretical understanding and practical experience in electrical systems and installations. Students can expect to learn about electrical theory, blueprint reading, wiring techniques, safety codes (including the National Electrical Code), and troubleshooting electrical problems. Hands-on training in well-equipped labs simulates real-world scenarios, preparing students for entry-level positions in residential, commercial, and industrial settings. This program emphasizes safety, quality workmanship, and ethical conduct. Upon completion, graduates may pursue careers as apprentice electricians, electrical technicians, or maintenance electricians, with the opportunity to advance to licensed journeyman or master electrician positions after gaining sufficient experience. While duration can vary, many electrician programs are designed to be completed in approximately two years, and some programs may have options for accelerated study.

You can view detailed information about the programs or certificates available at Truckee Meadows 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.