Navajo Technical University Crownpoint, New Mexico

The Electrician program at Navajo Technical University provides students with a comprehensive education in electrical theory and practical application. Students will gain foundational knowledge in electrical safety, blueprint reading, and the National Electrical Code (NEC), a cornerstone of the electrical profession. The program’s curriculum covers residential, commercial, and potentially industrial wiring techniques, equipping graduates with a broad skill set. A significant portion of the training is hands-on, taking place in labs designed to replicate real-world electrical environments, allowing students to develop proficiency in installation, troubleshooting, and maintenance. Students will learn to install and maintain electrical systems in buildings, work with electrical control systems, and interpret technical documents. Typically, such programs lead to an Associate of Applied Science degree or a certificate. Graduates are well-prepared for entry-level electrician positions in residential, commercial, or industrial settings, or to pursue apprenticeships with electrical contractors. The program may also offer opportunities to obtain industry-recognized certifications and provides a foundation for future advancement in the electrical trades.

You can view detailed information about the programs or certificates available at Navajo Technical University 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.