Construction Technology, Electrical

Diploma: Construction Technology Diploma, Electrical Track

Length: Four semesters

Purpose: A shortage of qualified electricians, residential wire installers, and workers in the electrical trades has created the need for trained personnel in the construction industry. The Construction Technology Electrical Diploma track is designed for those seeking entry level employment in the Electrical Trades and is a pathway to Virginia Tradesman Licensure. Successful completion of the two year Construction Technology Electrical Diploma meets eligibility requirements for those seeking Virginia Tradesman Licensure. In addition, a minimum of two years of documented work experience in the trade is required for licensure The Electrical Diploma (including the integrated Electrical Trades Career Studies Certificate) provides training based on the current Virginia adoption of the National Electric Code (NEC). In addition, the track provides training and a pathway that can lead to a number of construction related credentials including Contractor Licensure, OSHA 10-30 Construction Industry Safety Training, and NABCEP Entry Level PV Installer Testing.

Occupational Objectives:
Journeyman Electrician Tradesman
Entry Level Electrical Trades Worker
Entry Level Residential Wiring Installer

Admission Requirements:  In addition to the admission requirements established for the college, entry into the Construction Technology Diploma, Electrical Program requires competency in English and Math – MDE 10 as demonstrated through direct enrollment and diagnostic tests, or by satisfactorily completing the required EDE and/or MDE units or the equivalent.

The following list is a suggested sequence in which students may plan their class schedules to ensure graduation in two years.