J. Zachary Ouchley
Division Chair, Engineering Technology
jouchley@nctc.edu
(940) 498-6282 ext. 6538
Electrical Technicians are a targeted occupation of the local workforce boards and demand is high for those seeking a career in the electrical field. Electrical apprentices can earn up to $18.83 per hour. The Electrical Technician Program is an Approved Electrician Apprenticeship Program with the Texas Department of License and Regulation.
A basic knowledge of electron theory, series, parallel, and combination circuits, is needed to succeed. The training begins with electrical fundamentals and progresses into motor controls, Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC), and National Electrical Code.
The students’ knowledge and skills after completion of the program can lead to work as an electrician or in other industrial applications.
Level I Workforce Certificate
Upon completion of the Level I Workforce Certificate, students will be able to:
- Apply basic electrical theory in residential, commercial, and industrial settings.
- Demonstrate a basic understanding of motors and their application in an industrial environment.
- Demonstrate a basic understanding of controls and sensors and their application in an industrial environment.
- Fundamental understanding of the National Electrical Code (NEC) and its purpose in the industry.
This certificate can be completed with a combination of online, hybrid, and face-to-face classes. The program is designed to be completed in one semester, or 16 weeks and consists of the following course of study.
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