Electrical

Electrical Fast-Track

This course provides training in safety, electrical circuits and theory, introduction to the National Electrical Code (NEC), device boxes, hand bending, wireways, raceways, fittings, electrical test equipment, conductors and cables, basic electrical construction documents and residential wiring.

  • Recognize and use electrical safety rules and precautions
  • Explain the difference between Conductors and Insulators
  • Understand and explain Principles of Magnetism
  • Calculate current and electron flow in a DC circuit
  • Demonstrate methods to produce Voltage
  • Understand and Explain the use of Batteries and Cells
  • Understand and Explain Direct Current Sources
  • Use Ohm’s Law in Problem solving
  • Identify resistance, current, and voltage
  • Interpret DC series circuits and schematics
  • Interpret DC parallel circuits and schematics
  • Conduct Lab Experiments and problem solving DC circuits

 

Practical Components (Throughout the Course)

  • Hands-on practice with wiring, installation, and troubleshooting
  • Site visits or virtual tours of electrical installations

Guest lectures from industry professionals

Certificate

Upon completion of the course, students will be awarded a Certificate of Completion from Jefferson State Community College.

Program Location:
Jefferson State Community College Workforce Center 2601 Carson Road, Birmingham, AL 35215

Program Requirements:

  • Must be 18 years of age or older.

  • Submit only one application. Multiple applications will result in denial.

  • Complete the Workforce Fast-Track Application in its entirety.

  • Submit a valid government-issued photo ID.

  • Submit a high school diploma, GED, or college transcript.

Document Upload Link:
https://jeffersonstate.my.salesforce-sites.com/inquiry/TargetX_Base__InquiryForm#?formId=a0BVO000003u7hp2AA&formType=general

Career Assessment Requirement:

Applicants must complete the Match My Interests Career Assessment:

  1. Visit: https://jeffersonstate.lightcastcc.com/?radius=&region=Jefferson%20State
  2. Click “Match My Interests.”
  3. Complete all 60 assessment questions.
  4. Create a profile after completing the assessment so results can be reviewed.

Once applications are received, qualified applicants will be contacted regarding the interview process.

Course Fee

Grant Funded

Schedule

Courses are offered on an ongoing basis and we offer open enrollment. Click the button below to view the latest schedule and register for courses:

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For more information

(205) 856-7710
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