Electrical Construction (Tech)
Electricians lay out, install and test electrical fixtures; they also install electrical wire systems used to provide heat, light, power, air conditioning and refrigeration in homes, office buildings, factories, hospitals and schools. They install conduit, greenfield and other materials, and connect electrical machinery, equipment and controls. Electricians use a wide variety of hand tools to perform various tasks. The journeyman electrician must master both mechanical and technical skills. He/she must understand the use of meters and specialized testing equipment, be adept at troubleshooting and understand the theory behind the transmission of electrical energy.
Prospective applicants for apprenticeship may receive information about the different programs and application requirements by contacting the campus administrator/ apprenticeship chairperson at 2125 Commercial Avenue, (608) 246-5200.
Last Modified:
April 27, 2006
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