Wake Technical Community College Raleigh, North Carolina

The Electrician program at Wake Technical Community College is designed to provide students with the knowledge and practical skills necessary to succeed in the electrical trades. Students learn fundamental electrical theory, wiring methods, blueprint reading, and the National Electrical Code (NEC), which are crucial for safe and effective electrical installations. Through hands-on training in well-equipped labs, students gain experience with residential, commercial, and industrial electrical systems. The curriculum typically covers topics such as AC/DC circuits, motor controls, programmable logic controllers (PLCs), and electrical power distribution. This program generally lasts one to two years, depending on the specific degree or certificate pursued. Upon completion, graduates are prepared for entry-level positions as electricians, electrical technicians, and electrical maintenance personnel. The program may also provide opportunities to earn industry-recognized certifications, such as OSHA safety certifications, which enhance employability and demonstrate competency to potential employers. Many graduates pursue careers in construction, manufacturing, utilities, and other industries requiring skilled electrical professionals.

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