Rapid City Electrician School
Pennington County Electrician School
57703 Electrician School
The Electrician program at Western Dakota Technical College is designed to equip students with the knowledge and skills necessary to excel in the high-demand electrical field. This hands-on program typically spans one to two years and provides a comprehensive understanding of electrical theory, safety regulations, and practical application. Students learn to install, maintain, and repair electrical systems in residential, commercial, and industrial settings. The curriculum covers topics such as electrical code (NEC), blueprint reading, wiring techniques, motor controls, and programmable logic controllers (PLCs).
A major focus is on practical skills development through extensive laboratory work and simulated field experiences. Upon completion of the program, graduates are prepared for entry-level positions as electricians, electrical technicians, or maintenance electricians. The program also prepares students to pursue apprenticeships with electrical contractors, ultimately leading to journeyman electrician licensure, a respected and valuable credential in the electrical industry.
Western Dakota Technical College Electrician School
Below we’ve included some basic information about Western Dakota Technical College.
Western Dakota Technical College Address
800 Mickelson Dr
Rapid City, SD 57703
Website: https://www.wdt.edu/
Frequently Asked Questions About Western Dakota Technical College
You can view detailed information about the programs or certificates available at Western Dakota 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.

