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Become an Electrical Technician

Online Electrical Technician Training

Electrical work has some of the best opportunities for career stability, especially for electrical technicians. If you want to start a career as an electrical technician, this 100% online course will teach you the fundamentals of working with and repairing electrical equipment.

Registration and Enrollment

This course is 100% online. Start anytime.

Course Objectives

• Master the basics of electrical theory and systems

• Learn PLC equipment and communication

• Understand advances in robot maintenance and installation

• Learn the basics of Six Sigma, 5S, Lean, and TPM

Prerequisites

There are no prerequisites to take this course.

Job Outlook for Electrical Technicians

• Electrical technicians earn up to $43,000 annually on average, according to Burning Glass

• Burning Glass data also shows that job demand for electrical technicians will grow 2% over the next decade.

• Electrical technicians work across several high-demand industries, including scientific and technical services, transportation equipment manufacturing and electronic parts manufacturing.

Curriculum Overview

Below is the curriculum information that will be a part of the Electrical Technician curriculum:

Math

Fractions and decimals, units of measurement and basics of tolerance; algebra, geometry, trigonometry and blueprint reading

Inspection

Introduction to GD&T, optical comparators and CMMs; standards for inspecting and calibrating holes, threads and surfaces

Safety

OSHA, personal protective equipment, SDS and hazard communication; hand and power tool safety, safety for lifting devices and powered industrial truck safety

Quality & Manufacturing Management

Lean manufacturing, 5S and continuous process improvement; Six Sigma, conducting Kaizen events and value stream mapping

Machining

Safety for metal cutting; introduction to CAD and CAM for machining

Electrical/Mechanical Systems & Motor Controls

Electrical units, AC and DC power sources, distribution systems; introduction to circuits, relays, contactors, and motor starters

PLCs

Basics of Siemens PLC hardware, communication and inputs and outputs; Siemens human machine interfaces, SIMATIC PLCs and hand-held programmers

Automation

Automated systems and control; robot troubleshooting, maintenance and installations

Fasteners

Intro to fastener threads, fastener ergonomics and properties; understanding torque

Instructors

This is a completely self-pace course. Additional support will be provided through email and phone.