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In our
Electrician
program, you’ll learn to install, maintain, and repair electrical systems in residential, commercial, and industrial settings. You’ll gain hands-on experience with wiring, circuits, troubleshooting, and safety protocols. By mastering electrical codes and using specialized tools, you’ll be prepared to work in a variety of environments and ensure systems operate safely and efficiently.
Our Electrician program includes:
Electrician (AAS)
Electrician (CC)
An
Electrician
is a skilled tradesperson who installs, maintains, and repairs electrical systems in homes, businesses, and industrial settings. They can work with wiring, outlets, lighting, circuits, electrical panels, and industrial contols, ensuring systems function safely and efficiently. Electricians troubleshoot electrical issues, follow blueprints, and adhere to safety codes to prevent hazards. The work can range from installing new electrical systems to performing routine maintenance or emergency repairs.
Choosing a career as an
Electrician
offers numerous advantages. The demand for qualified electricians remains high, offering job stability and competitive pay. Electricians often have opportunities to specialize in areas such as oil fields, residential wiring, commercial projects, industrial systems, alternative energy or process instrumentation. The profession offers a hands-on career, with the potential for career growth, advancement, and even entrepreneurship in starting your own electrical business.
High demand for skilled electricians
Job stability and competitive salary
Cannot be replaced by AI or outsourced overseas
Opportunities for specialization and advancement
Hands-on work with practical problem-solving
A career as an Electrician is a rewarding choice, offering excellent job prospects, diverse opportunities, and the chance to work in an ever-growing industry.
What’s distinctive about our Electrician program?
Electricity powers nearly every aspect of our lives, driving a constant demand for skilled professionals in this high-paying and essential field.  Kirtland’s Electrician Program provides the education and hands-on training needed to start your pathway to become an electrician.
Instructors are State licensed  Master Electricians.
Employers may help with the cost!
It’s conveniently located at our Kirtland Gaylord campus.
Electrician Program Details
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Program: Electrician
Degree: Associate in Applied Arts
In-District Costs:
Tuition and Fees: $18,092
Textbooks: $1,522
Miscellaneous Expenses: $186
Total Cost: $19,800
Out-of-District Costs:
Tuition and Fees: $24,192
Textbooks: $1,522
Miscellaneous Expenses: $186
Total Cost: $25,900
Program: Electrician
Credential: Certificate of Completion
In-District Costs:
Tuition and Fees: $11,047
Textbooks: $867
Miscellaneous Expenses: $186
Total Cost: $12,100
Out-of-District Costs:
Tuition and Fees: $14,147
Textbooks: $867
Miscellaneous Expenses: $186
Total Cost: $15,200
Please Note
*All costs listed are estimated and are subject to change at any time. Students will receive final costs at the time of course registration each semester.
Electrician, AAS, CC
Read and interpret electrical and control systems documentation.
Demonstrate the ability to install, maintain, and troubleshoot commercial, residential, and industrial electrical systems.
Interpret and apply the National Electrical Code (NFPA 70) and Michigan Electrical laws.
Utilize industry-standard electrical testing tools and techniques.
Implement effective safety practices in electrical and automation environments.
Install and configure process instrumentation systems.
Wire and maintain communication low-voltage systems.
Apply advanced skills in design, programming, and troubleshooting.
Curriculum applies toward Michigan mechanical license
NCCER (National Center for Construction Education and Research) certifications available – Electrical Level 1, 2, 3, and 4. COR certifications, which include: basic safety, construction math, hand tools, power tools, construction drawings, basic rigging, communication skills, employability skills, and materials handling.
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