Electrical Wiring Diagram

Resident and Commercial Electrical Tech

Associate in Applied Science


Modes of Instruction

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Kaskaskia College's Resident and Commercial Electrical Technician degree program is designed to provide the students with the knowledge, skills, and hands-on experience for residential, commercial, and light industrial applications. Students will gain hands-on experience and training in construction methods including training booths, mock buildings, and simulated industrial motor control applications. Students will be trained in a variety of topics including but not limited to; underground electrical systems, grounding/bonding, low-voltage wiring, and troubleshooting, fire alarm, security and building system controllers.

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Program Details

CNEL_0551_DEGR

Career Opportunities

The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reports employment of electricians is expected to grow faster than the average of all occupations. Graduates of KC’s Resident/Commercial Electrical Wiring Program can expect a strong job market when they complete the program.

  • Electricians
  • Installer Technician 
  • Inside Wiremen
  • Outside Linemen

Job Earnings

  • Median Annual Wage for Electricians $54,110*
  • $26.01 per hour*
  • *US Bureau of Labor Statistics 

Program Student Learning Outcomes

  • Understand basic knowledge in electrical circuitry with both AC and DC applications 
  • Demonstrate knowledge in the National Electric Code. Students will be able to evaluate different electrical construction practices and use the skills necessary to apply them to the National Electric Code. 
  • Demonstrate different electrical construction methods in residential, commercial, and light industrial applications. Show an understanding of blueprint reading for electrical systems. 
  • Demonstrate knowledge in troubleshooting and repair of electrical circuits and devices.

Students completing this degree must also complete curriculum requirements aligned with General Education Student Learning Outcomes.

Resident and Commercial Electrical Faculty

Mark Litteken

Mark Litteken

Assistant Professor Resident/Commercial Electrical Technology

Contact Us

Admissions

Phone  |  618-545-3040

Fax  |  618-545-3393

Location  |  Main Campus

Office  |  Health and Business, HB 100

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