Electrical Trades

Overview

The Electrical Trades program teaches students how to safely work with electricity in homes, businesses, and industrial buildings. Students learn how to install and repair wiring, outlets, and lighting, as well as how to keep electrical systems running smoothly. The program also introduces solar energy through photovoltaic systems.

Students practice reading blueprints, bending and installing conduit, and testing circuits. They gain real job skills using professional tools, preparing them for immediate work or apprenticeships.

What You’ll Learn

How to wire homes, businesses, and factories
How to install and maintain solar energy systems
How to bend and install conduit for wiring
How to run cable through walls and ceilings
How to install outlets, switches, and lighting systems
How to test and repair circuits for safety and function
How to maintain electrical tools, equipment, and systems
How to prepare for apprenticeship programs

Hands-On Experience

Students train in lab settings that replicate real job sites. They use industry-standard tools, follow safety rules, and practice installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting.

Certification

Students can earn:

Pre-Apprenticeship Program Certification

This helps students start working in the trade or join an apprenticeship after graduation.

Employment Opportunities

After high school or senior-year co-op:

Electrician
Maintenance electrician
Electrical drafter
Alarm/fire alarm installer
Electrical supply worker
Tele/data wiring technician
Service technician
Project manager
Estimator

With 2+ years of further training:

Construction manager
Electrical designer

Earning Potential Range

Students in this field can earn between $16 and $47 an hour, depending on the role and experience.

Locations

School Name	Title	Instructor(s)
Delcastle Technical High School	Instructors	Mr. Bryan Bryant Mr. Chris Panico
Hodgson Vo-Tech High School	Instructor	Mr. Alan McMillan
Howard High School of Technology	Instructor	Mr. William Maxwell
St. Georges Technical High School	Instructor	Mr. Michael Klinefelter