Electrician Training

The electrician program at West Kentucky Community and Technical 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 Kentucky colleges that offer electrician training.

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West Kentucky Community and Technical College (NKU)

Nunn Drive, Highland Heights, KY

West Kentucky Community and Technical College (WKCTC) in Paducah, KY, is an institution strongly dedicated to community and family. Their values include trust, multiculturalism, flexibility and innovation, and they provide an environment conducive to learning and teaching.

A two-year finalist for the Top 10 Aspen Prize, WKCTC offers certificates, diplomas and associate degrees in several disciplines, and runs a university-parallel general curriculum that meets the first two years’ transfer requirements for a baccalaureate degree at other universities and colleges.

With a starting tuition of $144 per credit hour for in-state and online students, WKCTC is well within the reach of most aspiring students. In addition, there are several aid options such as loans, grants and the Federal Work Study Program, making college education an affordable pursuit.

One unique offering from WKCTC is their Accessible College Education program, which is specifically designed for working people who want better career opportunities. Under this program, successful applicants may receive credits for work experience or prior learning, and can complete the course by attending one class per weekend, in the evening. They can also opt for the online version of the program.

There are several extracurricular activities for students who want to engage in artistic endeavors. The Clemens Fine Arts Center regularly presents nationally touring productions in music, theatre and dance, and has been doing so for the past 42 years.

For a well-rounded education that focuses equally on technical and creative learning at affordable rates, very few community colleges match up to WKCTC.

Students Enrolled in the Electrician Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. NKU has offered the following degree levels for students:

• Less Than One Year Certificate
• Less Than Two-Year Award
• Associate's Degree

Students by Academic Level (2019)

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

• Cincinnati, OH-KY-IN
  • Total Employment: 4
  • Average Hourly Rate: $23.11
  • Average Annual Salary: $48070

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

• Cincinnati, OH-KY-IN
  • Total Employment: 470
  • Average Hourly Rate: $24.00
  • Average Annual Salary: $49910

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).