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Electrical Technology program of study is designed to place students into the workforce upon completion of this two semester certificate. The Electrical Technology program provides students with the basic training essential for entry-level positions as an electrician in residential or commercial construction or industrial maintenance. Students are trained to understand the basic electrical theory, wiring and blueprint reading. Graduates of this program are awarded a certificate.
Students who complete this certificate will earn credit toward completion of the Electrical Technology diploma.
Job Outlook
8,350 Jobs (2025)
+20.14% Change from 2020-2030
Data is from the Omaha Metropolitans Area, and the seven counties in Southwest Iowa that Iowa Western serves
What will you do
The Electrical Technology is a very high demand career with many great opportunities for employment. The Electrical Technology Diploma program will prepare you to apply technical knowledge and skills to install, operate, maintain, and repair electrical apparatus and systems in residential and commercial applications. Numerous electrical companies are a hiring graduates of Iowa Western’s Electrical Technology programs.
Wages
- Entry: $22.97
- Average: $32.52
- Experienced: $37.29
Wage data was obtained from OEWS (occupational employment and wage statistics) through Iowa Workforce Development.
First Semester | ||||
| ELE 231 - Basic Electrical Principles | 5.0 Credit(s) | |||
| ELE 326 - Basics of Wiring | 2.0 Credit(s) | |||
Semester Total: 7.0 Credits | ||||
Second Semester | ||||
| ELE 179 - Advanced Wiring Systems | 5.0 Credit(s) | |||
| ELE 227 - Electrical Blueprint Reading | 2.0 Credit(s) | |||
| ELE 207 - Residential Electrical Services | 3.0 Credit(s) | |||
Semester Total: 10.0 Credits | ||||
Total Semester Hours Required: 17.0 | ||||
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Program Outcomes
Upon the successful completion of the program students will:
- Explain how electrical systems, components, and theories work.
- Demonstrate basic skill of meter usage.
- Interpret circuit schematics and electrical drawings.
- Demonstrate electrical troubleshooting skills.
- Navigate the National Electric Code Book.
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