Electrical (Residential and Commercial)
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Learn the fundamentals of the electrical trade from seasoned professionals! This program will help you to gain the knowledge needed for a rewarding career as an Electrician. There is a heavy emphasis on the National Electrical Code and its implementation in the workplace. Additionally, you’ll learn proper residential and commercial wiring techniques, safe work practices, trade math, blueprint reading, photovoltaics, wind energy and much, much more!
An Electrician’s Helper in New York State can expect to begin their career in the $12 to $14 per hour range but can go on to obtain licensing (and a substantial pay increase!) in a relatively short time frame. (200 Hour Program)
Learn more about short-term Electrical and Electronics classes here.
Next Electrical Class Starts:
(Northtowns) February 18, 2020 through June 18, 2020
Classes are expected to resume in accordance with State and County regulations. Students will be notified.
Tuesday through Thursday
5:00 p.m to 9:00 p.m.
Kenton Career Center | 151 Two Mile Creek Road | Tonawanda, NY 14150
(Southtowns) March 10, 2020 through July 22, 2020
Classes are expected to resume in accordance with State and County regulations. Students will be notified.
Tuesday through Thursday
5:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.
Potter Career Center | 705 Potters Road | West Seneca, NY 14224
Registration Starts at Orientation! See Our Orientation Schedule.
Tuition $3,700
Financial assistance may be available through ACCES-VR, BETC/ECC One Stop, NETC, the US Department of Veterans Affairs or other sources.
A $300 deposit is required to reserve your spot in this class.
Admission Requirements
- A TABE score of 9.0 in reading and 8.0 in math*.
- A personal interview will be conducted.
- A valid high school diploma or equivalency.
- A valid NYS Driver’s License.
Employment Outlook
Previous employers include Northeast Mechanical, Deltex, IPL, Hildreth, Funke Electric, Gordon & Zoerb Electrical and Marranca Electric. Entry level Electrician Helpers can expect to earn an average of $12 to $14 per hour. A Placement Specialist is on staff to assist you with resume writing and interview skills.
*Exceptions to admission scores may be considered based on work history, prior education, personal interview, and employer recommendations.
Additional Courses
For the courses below, simply register online.
| Analog and Digital Electronics (54 Hours) |
| You will learn fundamentals of analog and digital electronics and receive both theoretical and practical “hands-on” experience. Analog topics will include use of meters, signal generators, and oscilloscopes. Electronic components such as PN junctions, diodes and NPN and PNP (bipolar) transistors, power supply (rectifier), Zener regulator circuits, LEDs and LED lighting. Schematic symbols and schematic drawing software will also be covered. An emphasis will be placed on trouble shooting electronic circuits and obtaining replacement parts. The second half of the course will cover digital electronics, which is the basis of today’s high-tech and computerized equipment. Knowledge of digital electronics is essential for anyone who must work with “digital” hardware. This course will introduce you to the fundamentals of digital electronics. Both theoretical and practical “hands-on” experience will be provided on the following topics: integrated circuit (IC) identification, TTL and CMOS logic families, ganging circuits, truth table, troubleshooting IC’s, flip-flops, digital systems, and timing waveforms. Microcontrollers will also be covered with an introduction to a very simple programming language. You will build a Bluetooth interface that can be controlled by a smart phone and learn how to interface to an LCD display. Prerequisite: Basic Electricity. |
| Basic Electricity (36 Hours) |
| Become familiar with the theory and principles of electricity, including the concepts of voltage, current, resistance, power, energy calculation, Ohm’s Law and the relationship of these elements. You will also learn about direct current, receive an introduction to alternating current and related Math Concepts. Continue to expand your understanding of current and its affect in circuits containing inductors, capacitors, transformers and relays. Emphasis in this course is on theory. |
| Commercial Wiring (36 Hours) |
| This course deals with commercial applications of electricity found in multi-family dwellings, small stores and businesses. Included in this program are theory and practice in blueprint reading, methods of mounting hardware, transformer connections, motor feeders, and lighting. Prerequisite: Basic Electricity. |
| Industrial Automation (PLCs and Robotics) (72 Hours) |
| Industrial automation is the use of control systems including computers (programmable logic controllers PLCs), robots and related information technologies to manufacture products. This course provides in-depth knowledge and skills on both the PLC and robot components of industrial manufacturing processes. Practical experience is obtained working with PLC and robotic systems in the classroom. Web based lessons and simulations teach theoretical knowledge online. The PLC component covers electrical safety and the installation, programming, troubleshooting and maintenance of PLC hardware and software. The information presented will enable you to effectively install, program and troubleshoot PLC hardware and input/output (I/O) circuits. PLC topics include Machine and Process Control, PLC Components, Hardware Configurations, Power Supplies, Discrete I/O Modules, Analog I/O Modules, PLC Programming, Processor Operations, Troubleshooting, Diagnostics and Commissioning. The robot component covers human and industrial robot safety and the installation, programming, operation, troubleshooting and maintenance of a robot. Robot topics include Fundamentals of Robotic Systems, Robot Components, Applications of Robots, Sensors, Power Systems, Controllers, End Effectors and Tooling. You will obtain practical experience working with an ABB IRB-120 industrial robot. Prerequisites: Basic Electricity & Industrial Electricity. Intended Audience: Industrial Maintenance Electricians. |
| Industrial Electricity (96 Hours) |
| This in-depth program provides knowledge and skills on electrical safety, control circuits, AC motors, ladder logic and troubleshooting. The information presented will enable you to construct and troubleshoot electrical control circuits. More than 300 topics are covered in 10 units of study. 30 job activities provide "hands-on" experience using "real-world" industrial electrical hardware. Theory instruction includes electrical control components and control circuit operation. Topics include: Electrical Safety, Control Transformers, Overcurrent Protection, Pushbutton Stations, Limit Switches, Solenoids, Relays, Timers and Counters, Three Phase Motors, Contactors & Motor Starters, Ladder Logic and Electrical Drawings and Jogging and Plugging. Prerequisite: Basic Electricity. |
| Residential Wiring (36 Hours) |
| This course covers both the essential and practical aspects of residential wiring including installation techniques, tools, electrical boxes, cables, switches and receptacles. You will use materials and tools to set up and test typical circuits, while applying the theory and provisions of the National Electrical Code. Prerequisite: Basic Electricity. |