Fox Valley Technical College Appleton, Wisconsin

The Electrician program at Fox Valley Technical College provides students with the knowledge and skills necessary to succeed in the dynamic and in-demand electrical industry. This comprehensive program emphasizes hands-on training in residential, commercial, and industrial electrical systems, ensuring graduates are well-prepared for a variety of career paths. Students will learn to interpret blueprints, install and maintain electrical wiring and equipment, troubleshoot electrical problems, and adhere to the National Electrical Code (NEC). The curriculum typically includes coursework in electrical theory, motor controls, programmable logic controllers (PLCs), and safety practices. Completion of the program can lead to apprenticeships with local electrical contractors or unions, allowing students to earn a wage while gaining invaluable on-the-job experience. Graduates are highly sought after and can pursue careers as residential electricians, commercial electricians, industrial electricians, or electrical maintenance technicians. Earning industry-recognized certifications while completing the program will make graduates more employable and competitive in the electrical field.

You can view detailed information about the programs or certificates available at Fox Valley 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.