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Electrical Technology
The Electrical Technology program prepares individuals to apply technical knowledge and skills for employment in electrical construction and maintenance. Instructional areas include safety, electrical theory, blueprint reading, wiring, electrical construction, residential and commercial electricity, and National Electric Code.
Program Description
The DC3 Electrical Technology program is aligned with the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) CIP code 47.0302: Electrician. A program that prepares individuals to apply technical knowledge and skills to install, operate, maintain, and repair electric apparatus and systems such as residential, commercial, and industrial electric-power wiring; and DC and AC motors, controls, and electrical distribution panels. Includes instruction in the principles of electronics and electrical systems, wiring, power transmission, safety, industrial and household appliances, job estimation, electrical testing and inspection, and applicable codes and standards.
Students in the Electrical Technology program are eligible to earn National Coalition of Certification Centers (NC3) Greenlee certifications in areas such as:
- Hand Bending
- Basic Conduit Bending
- Advanced Conduit Bending
- Wire Pathways
- Electrical Wire Termination
- Fishing Conduits/Raceways & Cable Pulling
- 3-Phase Sequencing & Motor Rotation
- Insulation & Ground Rod Resistance Testing
- Basic Electrical Installation
Program graduates also complete OSHA 30 certification and are prepared to take the Journeyman or Residential Electrician exam. Passing the exam, combined with verified field experience qualifies an individual to become a licensed electrician.
Program Information
About Program (Skills)
Students completing the Electrical Technology program will gain the following:
- Ability to interpret blueprints
- Understanding of electrical theory and Ohms Law
- Construction and job site safety requirements
- Application of the international codes
- Application of the National Electric Code
- Electrical PPE requirements and selection
- Use of electrical multimeter
- Use of hand tools
- Use of power tools
- Conduit bending
- Wiring, cable selection
- Electrical circuit troubleshooting
- Teamwork
- Critical thinking
- Communication skills
- Punctuality
- Essential math skills
- Time management
Career Options
Graduates of the Electrical Technology program may pursue the following careers:
- Master electrician
- Journeyman electrician
- Apprentice electrician
- Maintenance electrician
- Service electrician
- Industrial electrician
- Commercial electrician
- Residential electrician
- Wind, turbine, electrician
- Instrumentation, and electrical technician
- Control electrician
- Electrical foreman
- Electrical project manager
- Electrical superintendent
1 Year (30 credits)
Certificate
Tuition
$30*/per credit hour
Fees
$105**/per credit hour
Books
All materials are included
Other Program Fees
$850
* This rate applies to residents of Ford County. The rate for residents outside of Ford County is $60/per credit hour. International rate is $80/per credit hour.
** Online Courses have an additional $10/per credit hour fee.
Tuition and fees are subject to change
Job Outlook*
Electricians – 4.9% Growth
Electrician Helpers – 4.9% Growth
Annual Median Salary*
Electricians – $50,119
Electrician Helpers – $31,010
*As of August 2025
Faculty
Jason Lutz
Associate Professor of Electrical Technology
AGS, Licensed Master Electrician – Dodge City Community College
Sample Degree Plan
Year 1
Fall I: (15 Credits)
- ELEC 110-1001 – AC/DC Circuit – 4 Credits
- ELEC 115-1001 – Print Reading – 2 Credits
- ELEC 120-1001 – National Electric Code I – 4 Credits
- ELEC 140 or BCT 103-1001 – International Residential Code or Intro to Craft Skills – 3 Credits
- OSHA 130-1301 – OSHA 30 – 2 Credits
Year 1
Spring I: (15 Credits)
- ELEC 150-1001 – Variable Frequency Drives – 3 Credits
- ELEC 125-1001 – Residential Wiring I – 4 Credits
- ELEC 135-1001 – Commercial Wiring I – 4 Credits
- ELEC 145-1001 – National Electrical Code II – 4 Credits
Key
Tâ–¶ Kansas Systemwide Transfer Course
* Course requires a C or higher
^ Course has a testing or prerequisite requirement
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