Electrician Technology

Certificate

Electrician Technology is a one-year certificate program that teaches students to install, maintain and troubleshoot electrical devices and equipment. Students are exposed to the regulations of residential and commercial wiring and renewable energy.

This program provides the 576 hours of education needed to meet the licensing requirements of the State of Maine and, upon successful completion of the program and 4,000 hours in the field of electrical installations, the State of Maine Electrician Examining Board will allow the student to sit for the journeyman electrician examination.

 

You'll learn how to:

  • Practice the electrical skills of the profession in an ethical and responsible manner.

  • Respond appropriately to a variety of residential, commercial, and industrial electrical situations.

  • Apply knowledge of electrical theory in various projects, including blueprint reading, wiring, pipe bending, motor control, switching, and power circuits.

  • Possess in-depth knowledge of the National Electrical Code.

Quick Facts
  • The Application for our 2025 Summer/Fall Certificate is NOW OPEN

  • Program tracks

    Full-time

  • Estimated certificate completion time

    One-Year, 36 credits

  • Eligibility Requirements

    High school diploma or equivalent
    C or better in Algebra I

  • Important Dates

    April 4th - All admissions materials need to be submitted.

Degree questions, answered.

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Electrician at Work

Careers

Graduates of this program will pursue careers as journeyman electricians.

Meet the Faculty

  • Evan Lowery

    Evan Lowery

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