Electrician
2026 Fall semester is full. Please apply to be added to the program’s waitlist.
Residential and commercial electricians install, maintain and repair electrical systems in a wide variety of facilities. Electricians combine technical knowledge with hands-on skills to ensure that electrical systems run safely and efficiently.
Students learn skills in:
- Residential, commercial and industrial wiring practices
- Construction and electrical safety
- Navigation of the National Electrical Code®
- Wired and automated control systems
- Building integrated systems (lighting, information technology infrastructure, safety and climate systems)
- Electrical calculations proven through hands-on labs
- Reading of schematics, structural prints and wiring diagrams
- Soft skills required to be a valued employee or business owner
- 75 credit diploma
- 82 credit degree
- In person in Hutchinson or Willmar
Program Delivery
- In person
- Hutchinson and Willmar campuses
- T–F (8 am–3 pm)
- Full time only
- Fall start only
Program Cost*
Tuition/Fees
- AAS Degree – $18,314
- Diploma – $16,751
Additional costs
- Tools: $1,500
- Course materials: $1,011
Program Highlights
Careers & Jobs
- Apprentice Electrician
- Journeyworker Electrician
- Electrical Contractor
- Plant Electrician
- Alternative Energy Electrician
- Electrical Inspector
