Electrical Technology

Train for a profitable career in the electrical industry with this diploma program that couples classroom-based theory with hands-on learning exercises. Coursework is developed in collaboration with regional industry leaders, ensuring you’re building the skills most wanted by employers. The program includes instruction in electrical equipment maintenance, wiring methods, blueprint reading, material selection, programmable controllers and the National Electrical Code. 

You’ll learn:

• Electrical industry safety practices and procedures
• Installation and control of electrical systems in residential, commercial and industrial buildings
• Calculation of electrical quantities
• Interpretation of blueprints, electrical schematics and wiring diagrams
• Professionalism, CPR, career trends and related soft skills

Accreditation

See program accreditation details at Accreditation.

Related Programs

You may also be interested in our Electrical Line Worker Technology and Construction Management degree and diploma options.

This diploma program may offer a seamless transfer option, meaning you can transfer into a related bachelor's degree program at a four-year college or university without losing credits. There are many advantages of beginning your postsecondary studies at M State, including cost savings due to our low tuition rate and smaller class sizes with personalized instruction. Explore your transfer options at Transfer Programs and Pathways.

Facilities

Explore 360 views of where you'd learn, study, test and practice in this M State program:

Moorhead campus

Wadena campus

Fall application period

The fall application period opens Sept. 1 for the following academic year.

Admission details

Once you've applied to M State, please send copies of your high school transcript and any official college transcripts (if applicable) to records@minnesota.edu.

Acceptance to M State does NOT guarantee a seat in this program. Seats are limited and awarded on a first-come first-serve basis by registering for classes.