Technical Certificate

Construction Electricity Assistant (6186)

Electricity is a national necessity. That silent, invisible current moves at the speed of light, works at the flick of a switch, brews our morning coffee, powers our national defense, runs just about every thing that keeps us calm, cool and connected. No wonder we treat a power outage like an emergency. And no wonder there is always a need for more skilled electricians, especially in Florida where population and construction are at record highs.

Trained electricians who know the National Electrical Code (NEC) will be in increasing demand through this decade. This technical certificate will provide the essential skills and knowledge for an entry-level position. Approximately 60–70 percent of the training experience will be through “hands-on” situations in the lab. For more information call 904.633.8295.

Career Opportunities, Rapid Placement
Florida’s growth is soaring. Jacksonville is a boomtown. And much of the city and state are being built by graduates of our construction programs. The employment rate in all trades is 100%. No Florida Community College student who wants a job goes without a job.

Florida Community College’s Building Construction program has a long-standing relationship with this region’s major industry organizations, such as Woods Engineering, C. Young Construction, Superior Construction, Paul Fraser Homes, Stellar Group, C & C Powerlines, Dickey Smith & Company, Miatt Construction and Accubuild Construction. Members of the Northeast Florida Builders Association serve on our Construction Management Advisory Council and on advisory committees for all trades, as well as provide internships and fund annual scholarships. The advisory committees provide leadership, support and guidance for the program and support such educational activities as constructing residential projects from design to move in. You have the opportunity to network with major contractors and become employed while you’re still in school. We also refer you for internships and job interviews.

Annual Salaries
Starting salaries range from $16 to $20 an hour. Overtime, bonuses, rapid advancement and opportunities for self-employment can rapidly increase your income.

Articulations
All courses are directly applicable to the Construction Electricity Technician certificate.

Cost
Estimated tuition for Florida residents is $797 (as of 07/06). Contact the program manager for additional costs (textbooks, fees, materials).

Construction Electricity Assistant (6186) Curriculum

Professional Courses
BSC 1005	Life in its Biological Environment	3
BCT 1609	DC Theory	3
BCT 1608	AC Theory	3
BCT 1631	Residential Wiring I	3
	Total Credit Hours	12

Please see the technical certificate Graduation Requirements.