Electrician Trainee
Electrician Trainee Overview
San José City College offers an Electrician Trainee program that prepares individuals for the increasing demand for skilled electricians in the coming years. As an Approved Electrician Trainee Partial Curriculum Provider, the college provides a comprehensive curriculum that covers electrical theory, practical skills, and safety procedures. The program combines classroom instruction, hands-on training, and fieldwork to prepare students for real-world electrical work scenarios.
Requirements & Procedures for Admission and Registration
- Submit Application
If you do not have an account, you will click on create an account. Once the account has been created, you will continue to complete the SJCC application. - Complete the Self-Guided Placement
- Apply for Financial Aid
- Financial Aid Workshop
- Complete the Online Orientation
- Meet with a Counselor
- Register for Classes
- Pay for your classes on MyWeb or at Admissions and Records
- You must be an approved apprentice through the Department of Apprenticeship Standards. Download state application here.
- SJCC school number is #146
Department Contacts
- Division Counselor
- Maria Plancarte
- 408-288-3172
- maria.plancarte@sjcc.edu
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Faculty
- Jonathan Cronan
- 408-298-2181 ext. 3667
- jonathan.cronan@sjcc.edu
Courses
To begin your journey as an Electrician Trainee, you have the opportunity to enroll in one or more of the following approved classes in the program:
Air Conditioning (AIRC)
- AIRC 121 – Air Conditioning Principles (4 units)
- AIRC 122 – Refrigeration Principles (4 units)
Construction Technology (CNSTR)
- CNSTR 102B – Residential/Commercial Wiring (3 units)
- CNSTR 107 –Principles of Contracting (3 units)
- CNSTR 116 – Estimating (3 units)
- CNSTR 117 – OSHA Construction Safety Standards (1 unit)
- CNSTR 118 – Project Management For Construction (3 units)
Electrician (ELECT)
- ELECT 153 – National Electrical Code (4 Units)
- ELECT 154 – Blueprint Reading and Rigging (4 Units)
- ELECT 155 – Low Voltage Specialty Systems (4 Units)
Emerging Technology (ETEC)
- ETEC 150 – Commercial Wiring and Lighting Facilities (4 Units)
- ETEC 151 – Motor Control Facilities (5 Units)
Facilities Maintenance Technology (FMT)
- FMT 100 – Introduction to Facilities Maintenance (3.5 units)
- FMT 104 – Electrical Concepts for Facilities Maintenance Technicians (2 units)
- FMT 105 – Introduction to Industrial Electronics and Controls (2.5 units)
- FMT 122 – Introduction to Programmable Logic Controllers (4 units)
- FMT 130 – Management of People in Technical and Building Services Industries (2 Units)
Mathematics (MATH)
- MATH 020 – College Algebra (3 Units)
Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
The Electrician Trainee Program at SJCC is designed to prepare individuals for careers as electricians. As an approved Electrician Trainee Partial Curriculum Provider, the program offers a comprehensive curriculum that covers electrical theory, practical skills, and safety procedures. It combines classroom instruction, hands-on training, and fieldwork to equip students with the necessary skills for real-world electrical work scenarios.
The program includes instruction in:
- Electrical codes and symbols
- Energy-saving technology
- Tools of the trade
- Safety procedures
Specific prerequisites for the program are not detailed in the available information. It's recommended to contact the Business and Workforce Development Division at SJCC for detailed information on enrollment requirements.
The duration of the program is not specified in the provided information. For details on program length and scheduling, please reach out to the Business and Workforce Development Division at SJCC.
Graduates of the program are prepared for entry-level positions as electricians. The comprehensive training provided equips students with the skills needed to work in various electrical work scenarios, enhancing their employability in the field.