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Welcome to AVTEC's Industrial Electricity program. If you like working with your hands and your head, and can pay attention to detail while completing complex projects, then electrical careers training may be a good match for you. Electricians and electrical technicians are problem-solving professionals who are always in demand.
 

AVTEC’s Industrial Electricity program creates a dynamic integrated learning experience with a sequence of intensive electrical training courses.

Full-term graduates will be prepared to successfully complete a four year electrical apprenticeship, pass the Alaska Journeyman Electricians’ Licensing Exam, and demonstrate the comprehensive knowledge and skills necessary to succeed in the many electrical careers available in Alaska.

Up to 1,000 course hours may apply toward State of Alaska experience requirements for the Journeyman Electricians License.

Industrial Electricity graduates are successfully employed in all electrical occupations including residential, commercial, and industrial electrical construction journeymen, electrical maintenance technicians, facility maintenance technicians, power generation technicians, Instrument and electrical technicians, and electrical sales and service. They work in every major industry in Alaska including electrical construction, electrical utilities, mining, manufacturing, petroleum refineries, systems integrators, process engineering, seafood processing plants, water treatment plants, school districts, power plants, oil and gas fields, and pipelines.

Earn University of Alaska Credit While Attending AVTEC

Industrial Electricity graduates may earn up to 26 University of Alaska/Kenai Peninsula College credits (depending on coursework completed) while attending AVTEC.

 
   

Program Content

To achieve an Industrial Electricity certificate, students must complete the following requirements. For a detailed description of each requirement, click on the link below.

 
   
Hours
Electrical Safety Practices 40
Related Studies 24
Structured Problem Solving 40
Working to Standards for Safety and Quality 30
Practical Electricity 80
Residential, Commercial, and Industrial Construction 120
Computer and Network Applications for Electrical Careers 80
Electrical Circuits I 100
Logic I and II 80
Electrical Circuits II 120
Electrical Machines 80
Power Distribution Circuits and Equipment 50
National Electrical Codes & Electrical Project Planning 120
Electrical Projects 80
Basic Instrumentation 80
Industrial Automation I 100
Industrial Automation II 120
Electrical Power Plant 35
 


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Occupational Levels

Occupational levels of Industrial Controls Technician, Industrial Electrical Technician, Electrical Apprentice, and Electrical Helper will be assigned upon successful completion of the training program and based on the student’s demonstrated proficiency in the program’s competencies.

 
     
 

Program Content

Electrical Safety Practices
Demonstrate awareness of, and consistent compliance with safe work regulations and practices.
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Related Studies
Participate in school safety orientation, complete achievement tests, obtain First Aid & CPR card, complete applied math class and computer skills practice, participate in resume writing and job search training, participate in interview and communications training.
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Structured Problem Solving
Apply structured problem solving methods.
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Working to Standards for Safety and Quality
Utilize work standards, codes, and quality control methods.
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Practical Electricity
Demonstrate the foundation knowledge and skills required for all electrical careers.
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Residential, Commercial, and Industrial Construction
Demonstrate competency with the tools, materials, and practices of the trade.
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Computer and Network Applications for Electrical Careers
Apply personal computers and networks to the simple and complex tasks common in electrical careers.
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Electrical Circuits I
Demonstrate mastery of basic to complex DC circuit analysis, design, construction, and troubleshooting while complying with precision work standards.
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Logic I & II
Design, build, test and troubleshoot basic electrical logic circuits.
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Electrical Circuits II
Perform basic to complex AC circuit analysis, design, construction, and troubleshooting while complying with precision work standards.
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Electrical Machines
Demonstrate practical knowledge and skills in the operation, application, and testing of electrical motors and transformers.
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Power Distribution Circuits and Equipment
Identify, build, and test the standard In-Plant power distribution circuits.
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National Electrical Codes & Electrical Project Planning
Demonstrate proficiency in the use of electrical codes, specifications, and construction drawings for electrical project design and planning.
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Electrical Projects
Practice all aspects of the electrical industry.
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Basic Instrumentation
Identify, install, and maintain basic electrical instrumentation circuits.
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Industrial Automation I
Design, build, test and troubleshoot basic wired logic and programmable logic industrial automation systems.
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Industrial Automation II
Design, program, calibrate, test, and troubleshoot common advanced System Control and Data Acquisition systems.
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Electrical Power Plant
Demonstrate proficiency in the operation, maintenance, testing, and troubleshooting of industrial electrical power generation systems.
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Mission:
To provide students with the comprehensive technical training necessary both for early success in entry level positions, and for steady advancement toward senior level positions in electrical careers.

Length of Course: 1,379 clock hours, 197 training days
Enrollment: Late August
Training Hours: 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday
Certificate Level: Industrial Electricity

Prerequisites:
At least one year high school Algebra or equivalent, no substance abuse challenges, good mechanical aptitude, high motivation, and solid responsible character. Contact the Admissions Office at (800) 478-5389 for testing requirements and entry guidelines in reading and mathematics. All applicants are required to take a mathematics pre-test to assess their skills prior to enrollment.

Physical requirements of the occupation are the ability to lift and carry 50 lbs., and climb, stoop, kneel, crawl, walk, and stand continuously. The work also requires good mental and manual dexterity, the ability to read very fine print, and distinguish colors accurately.

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