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About the Program
The Electrician Apprentice (ELC) Program consists of a series of technical core courses covering the required classroom-related instruction for people who wish to become journeyman electrical workers. The program requires a minimum of 800 hours of related instruction and 8,000 hours of on-the-job training.
Course Information
Electrician Apprenticeship Course Requirements (49 credits)
| Number | Title | |
|---|---|---|
| ELC-120 | Introduction to Apprenticeship | |
| ELC-121 | Electrical Theory and Code | |
| ELC-122 | Lighting and Transformers | |
| ELC-123 | Motors and Wiring Systems | |
| ELC-125 | Safe Electrical Work Practices | |
| ELC-140 | The Labor Movement 1865-1980 | |
| ELC-141 | Labor Movement 1975 to Present | |
| ELC-243 | Alternating Current | |
| ELC-244 | Electronics Circuitry | |
| ELC-245 | Motor Control | |
| ELC-246 | Power Controls | |
| ELC-247 | Advanced Studies I | |
| ELC-248 | Advanced Studies II | |
| ELC-249 | Electrician Internship I | |
| WLD-180 | Independent Study in Welding | |
| WLD-181 | Special Topics Welding |
General Education Course Requirements: (15 credits)
| Number | Title | |
|---|---|---|
| ENG-101 | Composition I | |
| ENG-103 | Composition II | |
| ENG-110 | Introduction to Technical Writing | |
| SPH-131 | Fundamentals of Communication | |
| BUS-170 | Intro to Organizational Behavior | |
| ELC-130 | OHSA 30 and Disaster Response |
Admission Requirements
How to Apply
Students interested in applying for the program need to go through a selection process established by the JATC Local Union 364. For more information, visit www.ibew364.org/Training/ or call (815) 969-8484.
What can I do with this degree?
Potential Careers & Wages
Those who successfully complete the Electrician Apprentice Program are employed as residential or commercial wiremen, linemen, and/or advanced journeypersons.
Program Pathways
Students should meet with a Career Advisor to develop a clear academic pathway leading to a seamless transfer experience. For additional possibilities that may require an advanced degree or certification, make an appointment with a Career Advisor.
Additional Information
Cooperative Partners Involved
Both the National Electrical Contractors Association and the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers recognize, sponsor, and support this program to provide the highly-skilled workforce necessary to meet customer needs and ensure job satisfaction for electrical workers.
Gainful Employment Program Requirements
Name & Number of Certificate Program: Electrician Apprenticeship (#9913)
- Length of Program in Months (based on FT status): 60 (2010-11 and 2011-12)
- Cost of Program (tuition/fees only)
- 2010-11: $3,418
- 2011-12: $3,964
- Additional Fees (program-specific): $0 (2010-11 and 2011-12)
- Estimated Cost of Books and Supplies (program-specific): $0 (2010-11 and 2011-12)
- SOC Code: 47-2111.00
- Job Placement Rate: 100% (2010-11 and 2011-12)