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Program Overview
The Electrical Technology Program is specifically designed to meet the needs of companies requiring individuals with entry-level skills to install and service electrical applications within residential/commercial and industrial fields. The program covers the practice and theory of residential/commercial wiring, machine control, programmable controllers, telecommunications, and electronic control.
Graduates of Electrical Technology will be qualified for, but not limited to, the following entry-level positions; electrical technician, low voltage technician, instrument repairer, electrician helper, cable-splicer, electrical maintenance, machine repair technician, service installer, electric motor analyst, electric motor repairer, solar installation technician, electronic and equipment repairer
WORK TOWARDS A BRIGHT FUTURE
This course students will learn the basics of electrical residential and commercial wiring. Practical experience and problem-solving skills are acquired in panel board selection, electric service, and overcurrent protection such as circuit breakers and fuses, as well as low voltage electrical systems. Students will also gain a basic knowledge in motor controls (PLC), photovoltaics (solar energy), and electronics.
Career Opportunities
Individuals who work in the electrical trades are commonly referred to as electricians. They may be involved with either construction or maintenance of electrical wiring and systems in residential, commercial or municipal environments. Different types of electricians perform different tasks, such as reading blueprints, installing and maintaining wiring, inspecting electrical components or identifying and repairing electrical problems. Different career opportunities for workers in the electrical trades include inside wiremen, outside linemen, residential wiremen and installer technicians. Students who enter this course will earn their NCCER Core and Electrical 1 Certification, OSHA 10.
Personality Assessment
Find out what your personality is like and discover your traits, worries & concerns about taking the next step to study at school towards a new and rewarding career. This quick and easy assessment will provide you with some insight into what to focus on and what you might need to watch out for to best prepare you for your new career and school goals!
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Education is important for those who wish to elevate themselves to a better life. North American Trade Schools believes that the opportunity to gain a great education should not only be a privilege, but a commonly realized right for all people. Lack of financial resources should not be the determining factor in whether someone has the means to better themselves. We feel compelled to assist those students who, without financial aid, would be unable to attend North American Trade Schools. Therefore, we offer many different options to help you attain the education you wish to experience. The following programs are available to those who qualify.
- GRANTS
- Federal Pell Grant
- Federal Supplemental Education Opportunity Grant (FSEOG)
- LOAN PROGRAMS
- Federal PLUS Loan (PLUS)
- Subsidized Federal Stafford Loan (FSL)
- Unsubsidized Federal Stafford Loan (UFSL)
- Alternative Loan Program (Tuition Financing)
NORTH AMERICAN TRADE SCHOOLS FEDERAL SCHOOL CODE: 017074
In order to be considered for any of the above Grants or Loan Programs, you must complete a FAFSA. This can be done online by selecting this link or by making an appointment. The Federal School Code is listed above.
Financial aid is available for those who qualify.
Consumer Information
Important information about the education debt, earnings, and completion rates of students who attend a North American Trade Schools and enrolled in a program can be found at: https://www.natradeschools.edu/consumer-information.