DEGREES IN Electrical Construction Technology
Electrical Construction Technology Associate of Applied Science
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Electrical Construction Technology Diploma
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Why Choose This Program
Our students begin their schoolwork learning basic principles of electrical work and train in AC and DC motor and generator theory, transformers, lighting, three-phase systems, motor control, solid state, variable frequency drives, and programmable logic controls.
When the basic skills are mastered, students then apply their knowledge to actual projects in the shop or mock-up projects that simulate real-life problems. We strive ourselves in equipping students with the knowledge they need to succeed in their future careers.
The electrical program at SCTCC prepares students to become Journeymen/women. Graduates are placed in well-paying jobs all over Central Minnesota, the state, and throughout the Midwest.
Placement rate is self-reported data of graduates available for work in field of study up to one year post graduation. Wage data is from Minnesota Dept. of Employment and Economic Development (DEED). SCTCC Consumer Information.
From Degree to Career
When you choose the Electrical Construction Technology program at SCTCC, you’ll gain skills that will directly transfer to the workplace. There are several employers ready to hire including Berd Electric, Granite Ledge, JT Electric, and more.
When working to get a degree in Electrical Construction Technology, students will learn how to use the basic and safe tools needed in the industry and complete basic computer functions. At SCTCC, we ensure all our students have the skills they need to succeed in the workforce so we teach them how to apply the National Electrical Code (NEC) to build life-like models of how electrical wiring is installed in homes, businesses, and industries.
After graduation, students can wire and maintain electrical systems in residential, commercial, and industrial settings, read and interpret schematics, manuals, and blueprints, and maintain Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) standards.
With a degree from our program, graduates can select materials that are environmentally friendly, practice proper disposal of hazardous materials, and demonstrate awareness of tool use and safety. Our students can even perform basic Algebra and Trigonometry functions as well as understand and the follow the NEC.
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- Basic & safe use of tools by starting simple, and then
- Apply the NEC (National Electrical Code) to build life-like models of how electrical wiring is installed in homes, businesses and industry.
- Wire and maintain electrical systems in residential, commercial, and industrial settings
- Read and interpret schematics, manuals, and blueprints
- Complete basic computer functions
- Select materials that are environmentally friendly and practice proper disposal of hazardous materials
- Maintain OSHA standards
- Demonstrate awareness of tool use and safety
- Perform basic Algebra and Trigonometry functions
- Understand and follow the National Electric Code
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Most of our students choose a career path that leads them to become journeymen & women electricians. It is where the money is often made. Once they accomplish this goal, our students become leaders of the industry as salespersons, instructors, inspectors, estimators, and designers. There are many career opportunities for students who graduate from our Electrical Construction Technology program.
Many of our students have goals of owning their own business, and the Electrical Construction Technology degree is a great way to reach that goal. To own a business, a person needs experience. Once students have the knowledge base provided from our curriculum, they gain experience as apprentice electricians. Once they’ve mastered that they become Master electricians, leading to entrepreneurship and owning their own business. With a degree from SCTCC, students are certain to meet their goals.
Our graduates have found careers with a variety of employers. Our students have worked with electrical contractors, schools, manufacturing facilities, and even tech companies. SCTCC students have even found jobs working with commercial businesses and fire alarm companies.
When looking in a day of the life of an SCTCC graduate, you will find someone working as an inspector with a manufacturing facility. The graduate is using skills taught in our classrooms like reading and interpreting schematics, manuals, and blueprints to succeed in their career.
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Career Options
- Journeymen/women
- Salespersons
- Instructor
- Inspector
- Estimators
- Designers
Potential Employers
- Electrical Contractors
- Schools
- Manufacturing facilities
- Tech Companies
- Commercial businesses
- Fire alarm companies
From Berd Electric, Granite Ledge, to JT Electric, our graduates have worked with top employers to find successful careers. Our students have made their dreams come true with employers like IBEW Union, Tradesmen International, Birchwood Electric, Design Electrical Contractors, Price Electric, and many more. With a degree in Electrical Construction Technology, you can too.
Quick Glance
- Berd Electric
- Granite Ledge
- JT Electric
- IBEW Union
- Tradesmen International
- Birchwood Electric
- Design Electrical Contractors
- Price Electric
SCTCC Electrical Construction Technology (DIP or AAS) graduates can apply 2,000 hours of education as a substitute for 2,000 hours of work experience toward the 8,000 hours needed for application to become a Journeyworker electrician in Minnesota.
The SCTCC Electrical Construction Technology program is approved by the Minnesota Department of Labor to fulfill “one year’s experience credit allowance” toward a Class A Journeyworker electrician, power limited technician, or maintenance electrician license applicant, according to Minnesota Statutes, section 326B.33, subdivisions 2, paragraph (b) , and 7, paragraph (b).
Ready to Take the Next Step?
Are you ready to learn more about the Electrical Construction program and being a student at SCTCC?
Fill out this form to receive useful information that's specific to your program.
- Call us at 320-308-5089
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Email us at recruitment@sctcc.edu
- On campus Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
Visiting campus is an excellent opportunity to learn about SCTCC programs, the application process, and tour the state-of-the-art-labs and classrooms.
Paying for College
Students choose SCTCC for a lot of reasons, but saving money is one reason we hear from almost every student at SCTCC. We’ve got a breakdown of the costs for the program, along with information on financial aid and scholarships.
Apply just once and you are considered for all eligible SCTCC scholarships. There are scholarships available specifically for students in the Electrical Construction program.
Program Info for Current Students
Electrical Construction Instructors
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