Electrician Training

The electrician program at Dabney S Lancaster Community College prepares students for careers as electrical contractors, inspectors, estimators, project managers, electricians, linemen, and wiremen. The program focuses on applying technical knowledge and skills to install, operate, maintain and repair electrical apparatus and systems. Program courses include: principles of electronics and electrical systems, wiring, power transmission, safety, industrial and household appliances, job estimation, electrical testing and inspection, and codes and standards. Get more details below including other Virginia colleges that offer electrician training.

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Dabney S Lancaster Community College (DSLCC)

101 Elm Avenue SE, Roanoke, VA

Dabney S. Lancaster Community College, located in Clifton Forge Virginia, is a fully accredited two-year institution that offers the opportunity for students to complete their associate’s degree in an effort to transfer to a four-year university, or to pursue a career studies certificate and augment their existing profession.

DSLCC offers 13 different associate degrees that include: nursing, culinary arts, forest management, education, science, administration of justice, business management, and many, many more. Also offered at DSLCC are many career certificates including: business leadership, EMS, office management, web design, massage therapy, hospitality management, and many more.

Not only does DSLCC offer a wide array of programs to study, they also offer classes for middle and high school students, as well as the opportunity to attend governor’s school. Those who need assistance paying for their tuition at DSLCC may want to take part in the school’s financial aid initiative that helps students with their tuition and fees.

The cost to attend Dabney S. Lancaster Community College is $123.00 per credit hour for in-state residents. Out-of-state residents may attend DSLCC for $299.00 per credit hour.

DSLCC is a member of the VCCS system and guarantees acceptance into any state university to all of its students who graduate with their associate’s degree.

If you would like to apply to Dabney S. Lancaster Community College, or would like to learn more about the programs of study and career certificate programs that are offered there, click here to access the official DSLCC website.

Students Enrolled in the Electrician Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. DSLCC offers a less than one year certificate program in electrician.

Students by Gender (2019)

Students by Race (2019)

Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.

Career Options for Graduates

First-Line Supervisors of Construction Trades and Extraction Workers

Description

Directly supervise and coordinate activities of construction or extraction workers.

Electricians

Description

Install, maintain, and repair electrical wiring, equipment, and fixtures. Ensure that work is in accordance with relevant codes. May install or service street lights, intercom systems, or electrical control systems.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, electricians employment is expected to grow at a rate of 13.7% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

• Roanoke, VA
  • Total Employment: 620
  • Average Hourly Rate: $21.05
  • Average Annual Salary: $43780

Security and Fire Alarm Systems Installers

Description

Install, program, maintain, or repair security or fire alarm wiring and equipment. Ensure that work is in accordance with relevant codes.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, security and fire alarm systems installers employment is expected to grow at a rate of 12.9% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

• Roanoke, VA
  • Total Employment: 150
  • Average Hourly Rate: $17.68
  • Average Annual Salary: $36780

Signal and Track Switch Repairers

Description

Install, inspect, test, maintain, or repair electric gate crossings, signals, signal equipment, track switches, section lines, or intercommunications systems within a railroad system.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, signal and track switch repairers employment is expected to shrink at a rate of -0.1% from 2014 to 2024

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).