Electrical Technology

  • Electrical student connects wiring on a light fixture
  • Close-up shot of electrical wiring, with written labels
  • Electrical student works on overhead wiring

Program only for post-secondary students and online or homeschooled high school students available to do full-time program.

Control the power. From homes and offices to factories and everywhere in-between, people depend on electricians to keep the lights on and equipment running.

Salina Tech’s Electrical Technology Program can help you break into this industry by giving you the skills you need to install, maintain and repair even the most complex residential, commercial and industrial electrical systems. From blueprint reading and motor control, to advanced automation and circuits, our graduates leave prepared to pass the Journeyman’s Exam and begin pursuing a rewarding career as a certified electrician in a field of their choice.

After years of real-world work experience, many electricians go on to start their own electrical business, where they earn a great living working for homeowners, industrial facilities, telecommunications companies and construction firms, among many others.

Program Length Program Cost Degree Earned Expected Salary
9 Months $14,255 Technical Certificate $30,000 – $40,000
Two Years $15,095 Associate Degree

YOU WILL LEARN

  • Exhibit professionalism.

  • Demonstrate employability skills.

  • Demonstrate competency in residential, commercial, and industrial installation and maintenance.

  • Communicate effectively.

  • Calculate accurately.

  • Use appropriate electrical terminology.

  • Interpret blueprints, diagrams, and schematics.

  • Locate and comprehend the appropriate electrical code(s) for the objective to be accomplished safely.

CAREERS

  • Journeyman Maintenance Electrician

  • Journeyman Electrician

  • Water Plant Electrician

  • Industrial Electrician

  • Electrical & Instrumentation Technician

  • Plant Electrician

  • Self-Employed

INFORMATION

Note: Program schedule does not include general education courses required by program.

FACULTY

Brett Hillegeist

Brett Hillegeist is journeyman electrician and started his electrical career while serving in the United States Navy.

Mr. Hillegeist attended NCKTC in 2000 and received his associates degree in Electrical Technology, also receiving his journeyman license.  His electrical background includes Residential Electrical, Commercial, Industrial, Oil Field, and Maintenance Industries. Brett was raised in the Lincoln ,Ks area he currently resides there now.

Greg Rose

Greg Rose is a master electrician and began his career as an apprentice electrician learning from his father, himself a master electrician and business owner.

Greg attended Wichita State University studying engineering.  He returned home to continue in the family electrical business, eventually becoming a business partner and then the sole owner of Rose Electric Inc.   Throughout his career, Mr. Rose has worked in the areas of residential, commercial, and industrial wiring.  Greg was raised in Abilene, Kansas, and currently resides there.

CONTACT

Contact the ELT Enrollment Specialist with any questions, admissions requirements, or to set up program shadowing or tours.

Irma Diaz
785-309-3128
irma.diaz@salinatech.edu