Electrical Technician Course


ELECTRICIAN TRAINING COURSES FOR THE CHICAGO AREA

ALSO SERVING CICERO, BERWYN, BURBANK & ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, IL

Want a new career? Consider becoming an electrician. Experts estimate that electrician positions will grow 20% from 2012 to 2022, faster than the average occupation in the United States. This will happen because advances in technology will require homes and businesses to have more wiring, and electricians will need to install the latest components.

Consider becoming an electrician. Experts estimate that electrician positions will grow 20% from 2012 to 2022, faster than the average occupation in the United States. This will happen because advances in technology will require homes and businesses to have more wiring, and electricians will need to install the latest components.

ELECTRICAL TECHNICIAN COURSE OUTLINE

NCCER CORE LEVEL

The NCCER Core Level reviews basic job-site safety information to prepare students for the construction environment. This includes, the hazards associated with handling materials and how to avoid both injury and property damage. The level introduces and describes the operation of common hand/power tools; how to safely use them, their proper use, and basic maintenance for them. Core level provides techniques for effective communication, critical thinking, essential problem-solving skills, basic math, and the opportunities offered by the construction trades.


NCCER LEVEL 1

The NCCER Level 1 module covers safety rules and regulations for electricians; for example, the OSHA-mandated procedures and the easy-to-follow procedures of the National Electrical Code (NEC) and the Chicago Code. In addition, this module introduces electrical concepts, the different types of circuits and circuit analysis, conduit bending and installations, the types and application of conductors, proper wiring techniques, electrical devices, systems used to mount and support electrical components, and proper inspection and use of electrical test equipment. Level 1 also provides an overview of the electrical trade and discusses the career paths available to electricians after completing this course.


NCCER LEVEL 2

The NCCER Level 2 module covers fuse and circuit breaker applications, the bending of conduit up to 6 inches, AC/DC motors, the characteristics of lighting, how to select and size pull boxes, junction boxes and handholes, the purpose of grounding and bonding electrical systems, methods of terminating and splicing conductors, the various types of contractors and relays, and the transportation, storage, and setup of cable reels. Level 2 focuses on the NEC and Chicago Code installation requirements of cable trays and cable installations.

NCCER LEVEL 3

The NCCER Level 3 module presents the NEC and Chicago Code requirements for equipment installed in hazardous locations, as well as, the NEC requirements for commercial services. The level also discusses switchboards, switch-gears, transformer types, voice, data, and video cabling systems, selecting and sizing circuit breakers and fuses, and their related conductor sizes. Other areas that are covered include but are not limited to specific types of lighting fixtures and how to calculate branch circuits and feeder loads for both residential and commercial applications.


NCCER LEVEL 4

The NCCER Level 4 module offers an overview of the heat tracing systems, motor cleaning, various types of transformers, basic calculation procedures for commercial and residential applications, installation of electric circuits, fire and digital alarm control units, the operation of basic electronic devices, and the application and operating principles of solid-state controls. This level also describes the NEC and Chicago Code requirements for selecting and installing equipment, cable manufacturer requirements for medium-voltage terminations, and the requirements for electric generators and storage batteries.

WHAT YOU'LL LEARN

Electricians install and maintain electrical communications, control systems, lighting, and power in homes and businesses. Our electrician school in Chicago, IL will prepare for you job opportunities by teaching you how to:

  • Follow state and local building regulations based on the National and Chicago Electric Code
  • Install and maintain wiring, lighting, and control systems
  • Inspect circuit breakers, transformers, etc.
  • Read blueprints and technical designs
  • Repair or replace electrical equipment, fixtures, and wiring

We will also provide you with hands-on training so you can follow OSHA and NFPA regulations. Our electrical technician program program is nationally accredited through NCCER (The National Center for Construction Education and Research) and is designed to provide students with the education & training needed to qualify for entry-level positions in the field.


WHAT YOU'LL BECOME

How you use these skills is up to you; however, our trade school and electrician classes will give you a competitive edge in the industry. If you choose, you can specialize as an inside or residential electrician.

  • Inside Electrician: Maintain and repair large control systems, equipment, and motors for factories and businesses. You’ll use your knowledge of electrical systems to help facilities run efficiently and safely.
  • Residential Electrician: Install wiring and troubleshoot electrical problems for homes and families. You’ll install outlets in new home construction and provide access to power where needed. You may also maintain, repair, or replace faulty electrical equipment.

No matter what type of electrician you become, our electrician training in Chicago, IL will help you develop a bright future.


READY TO START?

If you’re interested in our electrician program, feel free to call us at 773-927-9562 to learn more, or fill out our contact us form to get started.

  • READ COURSE OUTLINE DISCLAIMER

    In order to keep up with today’s technology and better prepare our students for the HVAC industry, HVAC Technical Institute reserves the right to add or remove any courses and/or materials that will assist you in your education. HVAC Technical Institute also reserves the right to shorten or lengthen any sections or modules as it feels necessary. Video and/or tape recordings are not allowed in the lab and/or classroom. All modules must be taken and/or passed to receive a HVAC Technical Institute certificate.

2024 ELECTRICAL TECHNICIAN SCHEDULE

Day Classes (33 Weeks) ● MON – THU (9:00AM to 2:30PM)

Start Date End Date Instructor
2/12/2024 10/17/2024 Bill Budz
10/28/2024 7/17/2025 Bill Budz

Night Classes (48 Weeks) ● MON – WED (6:00PM – 10:30PM)

Start Date End Date Instructor
4/1/2024 4/16/2025 Bill Budz

Class Start Dates and Scheduled Times Are Subject to Change. Orange indicates class is filled/closed.

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