Skilled Trades (Apprenticeship) - Electrician - AAS

Program Code: AAS.60901

The following program is representative of typical Trade Related Instruction for Electrician. The core courses meet or exceed the minimum Related Technical Instruction requirements as established by the Electrical Administrative Board of the State of Michigan. Apprentices are permitted to apply up to 1000 RTI hours towards the education required to sit for the journeyman electrician licensing exam. Employers desiring more information on Delta's Trade Related Instruction should call the Skilled Trades Program Manager at 989-686-9476. Upon successful completion of all courses listed below, apprentices may apply for the advanced certificate with the Registrar's Office. Prior academic course work or journeyperson card may  be acceptable. This program has been approved by the Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs, (LARA) and by the Advisory Board.

Delta College offers required Trade Related Instruction Programs for apprentices and up-graders. These programs are designed with the cooperation of industry and provide the instruction to strengthen the theoretical knowledge in each trade area. The combination of related instruction and on-the-job experience is essential in order to provide a complete program to train skilled personnel for the trades. Courses are offered during the evening only. The scheduling and registration for courses is the responsibility of the Skilled Trades Department; therefore, any inquiry about a particular class should be made directly to them by phoning (989) 686-9476 or (989) 686-9441.

Since many company apprenticeships programs are registered with the US Department of Labor, Office of Apprenticeship and Training, it is imperative that the registration of these courses be coordinated by the local plant apprenticeship coordinator and the College Skilled Trades Department. All Trade Related Instruction is subject to change per agreement with the participating employer and Delta College. Delta College does not issue a journeyperson's card.