This diploma program is designed to prepare the student to build, install, maintain and repair electrical systems that provide heat, light or power for residential, commercial and industrial structures. Courses provide students with a mix of theory and hands-on application in classroom and lab settings and at job sites. This comprehensive program includes maintenance of electrical equipment, wiring methods, blueprint reading, material selection, programmable controllers and National Electric Code.

1. Exhibit safety practices and procedures.
2. Interpret the National Electrical Code.
3. Apply principles necessary to install and control electrical systems in residential, commercial and industrial buildings.
4. Calculate electrical quantities.
5. Interpret blueprints.
6. Demonstrate professionalism and related soft skills.
7. Interpret electrical schematic and wiring diagrams.

The Construction Electricity program major prepares each graduate to enter employment as an apprentice who ultimately can earn a master electricians license. After completion of this comprehensive program, the construction electrician can assemble, install, and test wiring used in the electrical systems that provide heat, light, and power to residential and commercial buildings.

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The program is approved by the Minnesota State Board of Electricity as one year of credit toward students' journeyman's license. The College is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools, (800) 621-7440, 30 North LaSalle Street, Suite 2400, Chicago, IL 60602-2504.