Residential Electrician

From updating existing buildings to building construction, demand for electricians is on the rise. This course will train you for an entry‑level career as an electrician by teaching you the fundamental skills you need to succeed, such as electrical theory, wiring and installation, customer service best practices, the National Electrical Code®, and much more. The Residential Electrician course is designed to teach you the fundamental skills needed to work with residential electrical systems—no previous experience is required. With booming infrastructure, new energy conservation technology, and an aging workforce, demand for skilled electricians is in high demand, with 80,000 residential electrician jobs opening each year through 2031, projected by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. Completing this residential electrician training will prepare you to pass your state's electrical licensing exam and kick‑start your career as a residential electrician or electrician apprentice. Throughout your online residential electrician training, you will learn electrical theory, wiring and installation, safety procedures, the use of common hardware and materials, the use of building plans, and more. You will also have access to 30+ virtual simulations that facilitate hands‑on practice and 10 lessons on customer service, an essential soft skill in your electrical residential career. On‑job, critical‑thinking scenarios will help boost your success, along with quizzes in each lesson of this residential electrician course. Our residential electrician training features engaging and interactive content that will further increase your real‑world success, such as 3D models and walk‑throughs of main electrical panels, circuit breakers, DMM, fuses, and branch circuit learning checks. You will also play games, including name that function, ampacity, and labeling receptacle, paired with in‑the‑field photo access (provided by your course SME). Investing in your electrician education is the first step toward a successful electrician career! Residential electrician training prepares you for electrician licensing tests, generally required by most states and localities. While tests differ, you will need to understand the common situations in electrical work, including the use of the National Electrical Code®, local electrical codes, circuits, and various types of wiring methods. Please check with your state, county, or city for residential electrician licensing rules and whether this course's hours will be accepted for licensing. *Our Residential Electrician course does not count towards getting a Massachusetts Electrician license. How you will benefit Obtain foundational knowledge and skills needed for entry‑level electrician career success Understand how to use the National Electrical Code as well as sizing electrical boxes, circuit conductors, fuses or circuit breakers, and service entrance conductors Gain valuable wiring skills, such as proper use of hand and power tools, splicing wires together properly, attaching electrical boxes to building framing members, fishing a cable in an existing wall, and installing an overhead service entrance Receive a 25% discount on tools from Ideal Industries, a company that produces connectors, hand tools, testers, meters, and more that are needed for success as an electrician Enrolled students are invited to attend our exclusive annual virtual National Apprenticeship Week events, featuring live webinars, workshops, and employer interactions The Electrical Industry Residential Electricity – A Basic Overview Basic Electrical Math Basic Electrical Theory Test Instruments Electrical System Operation Principles Circuit and Personnel Protection Electrical Safety Jobsite Safety Hand Tools Power Tools Building Materials – Conductors and Cables Building Materials – Enclosures and Cabinets Building Materials – Terminal Devices Residential Services and Feeders Grounding and Bonding of Services Feeders and Separate Buildings Construction Drawings Branch Circuit Basics Required Branch Circuits GFCI Protection and Branch Circuits AFCI Protection Required Outlets and Devices Appliance Connections Project Planning Troubleshooting Soft Skills for the Electrician (optional) Requirements Hardware Requirements This course can be taken on either a PC, Mac, or Chromebook. Software Requirements PC: Windows10 or later. MicrosoftWord or equivalent (not included in enrollment). Software must be installed and fully operational before the course begins. Other Email capabilities and access to a personal email account. Simulation Requirements Instructional Material Requirements The instructional materials required for this course are included in enrollment. The following textbooks will be shipped to you approximately 7‑10 business days after enrollment: Electrical Writing Residential with Blueprints National Electrical Code (NEC)2023 The following digital textbook for this course is accessed via links in the course lessons: Delmar's Standard Book of Electricity (eBook) Please note: You will receive a digital book if the physical book is on backorder. Prerequisites Although it is not absolutely necessary, it is recommended that a person taking this course have some basic knowledge of direct current and alternating current electrical theory. People wanting to become electricians and taking this course should be in good health and have the ability to lift50 lbs. It also helps to have good agility and manual dexterity. Good color vision is a requirement because electricians often must identify electrical wires by color. It is also important that electricians have good people and communication skills. You've got questions. We're here to help FAQs What is a residential electrician? A residential electrician or home electrician is a tradesperson who handles the repair and installation of electrical systems in residential buildings. Their job could include new wiring and lighting installations, panel changes, surge protection, and more. What does a residential electrician do? A residential electrician is responsible for installing, repairing, inspecting, and maintaining the electrical systems in residential buildings. Depending on their position and expertise, a residential electrician may also be responsible for overseeing teams of workers and assisting with planning electrical projects. How to become a residential electrician? Becoming a residential electrician typically involves undergoing skill training and gaining necessary certifications. However, the specific residential electrician requirements may vary for each state. Please check the required educational hours and hands‑on training necessary to become a licensed residential electrician in your state. How much does a residential electrician make a year? According to ZipRecruiter, the average residential electrician's salary in the U.S. is $59,752. There can be opportunities for advancement and increased pay based on skill level, location, and years of experience. How long does it take to become a residential electrician? The duration of becoming a residential electrician varies based on the unique requirements of each state or county. Please check with your state or county about the necessary licensing and educational hours. What is the required training and license? The typical process of becoming a residential electrician starts with a skill training course, after which candidates need to get hands‑on training by working as an apprentice. Each state or country has different requirements for certification, licenses, and educational hours to become a residential electrician. Please check with your state or county about all the necessary requirements for becoming a licensed residential electrician. What is the difference between a residential electrician and an electrical technician? A residential electrician works on the installation, repair, and maintenance of wiring and electrical systems in residential buildings. On the other hand, an electrical technician works on the electrical systems in machinery, equipment, and other mechanical devices, typically in manufacturing environments. #J-18808-Ljbffr