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- School Code: 384000
- Phone: (262) 691-5566
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92%STUDENT TEACHER RATIO
9:1DEGREE OFFERED ONLINE
2FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.
$2,235Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students
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Electrician Training
The electrician program at Western Technical College – La Crosse 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 Wisconsin colleges that offer electrician training.
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Western Technical College – La Crosse
800 Main Street, Pewaukee, WI
Established in 1912 as La Crosse Continuation and Adult Schools, the Western Technical College changed its name to Western Wisconsin Technical College in the early 1990s. However, it was in March 29, 2006 when it became officially known as Western Technical College. Today, most students also call WTC as Western. Located in La Crosse in Wisconsin, Western Technical College aims to provide excellence in student education based on the diversified needs of different students.
This is the reason why WTC offers 43 technical programs of different disciplines such as business, health, public safety, industrial technology and general studies. With the many courses available for the student, the school aims to impart ample knowledge and make students more competitive when looking for employment.
WTC also has agreements with various four-year colleges that enable students to easily transfer with junior standing thereby crediting all of their units from Western. The colleges that have transfer agreement with Western include the following:
- Capella University
- Franklin University
- Milwaukee School of Engineering
- University of Wisconsin-Stout
- Upper Iowa University
Students who plan to enroll for this Academic Year need to pay tuition fees depending on their location as well as program. For in-district students, the tuition fee rate is $122 per credit hour while non-resident students have to pay additional $61 per credit hour.
Students Enrolled in the Electrician Program
Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Western Technical College – La Crosse offers an associate's degree program in electrician.
Students by Gender (2019)
| Graduates | |
|---|---|
| Male | 15 |
| Female | 0 |
Students by Race (2019)
| Graduates | |
|---|---|
| White | 15 |
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
Upon completion of the Electrician program at Western Technical College – La Crosse, most students have pursued careers in the following fields: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
- Milwaukee-Waukesha-West Allis, WI
- Total Employment: 2
- Average Hourly Rate: $30.28
- Average Annual Salary: $62980
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
- Milwaukee-Waukesha-West Allis, WI
- Total Employment: 40
- Average Hourly Rate: $17.39
- Average Annual Salary: $36170
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).
Admission Requirements & Details
The information regarding admissions below may give an overview of the students Western Technical College – La Crosse accepts. The details may include application requirements and recommendations, as well as any AP credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credits
- Life Experience Credits
- AP Course Credits
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To support students and graduates, Western Technical College – La Crosse may offer services to students like those listed below:- Distance learning
- Weekend and night classes available
- Remedial courses
- Career path counseling
- Student employment
- Helping students find work after graduation
Intercollegiate Athletics
Western Technical College – La Crosse is a Member of National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA), with many of the sports belonging to the NJCAA Division III classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:
- Baseball
- Basketball
- Volleyball