How do i become an electrician?

Question

What degree should i get it?

Answer 1

Most electricians learn their trade through apprenticeship programs. These programs combine on-the-job training with related classroom instruction. Apprenticeship programs may be sponsored by joint training committees made up of local unions of the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers and local chapters of the National Electrical Contractors Association; company management committees of individual electrical contracting companies; or local chapters of the Associated Builders and Contractors and the Independent Electrical Contractors Association. Because of the comprehensive training received, those who complete apprenticeship programs qualify to do both maintenance and construction work.

Applicants for apprenticeships usually must be at least 18 years old and have a high school diploma or a G.E.D. They should have good math and English skills, since most instruction manuals are in English. They also may have to pass a test and meet other requirements. Apprenticeship programs usually last 4 years and each year include at least 144 hours of classroom instruction and 2,000 hours of on-the-job training. In the classroom, apprentices learn electrical theory and installing and maintaining electrical systems. There also take classes in blueprint reading, mathematics, electrical code requirements, and safety and first aid practices also may receive specialized training in soldering, communications, fire alarm systems, and cranes and elevators. On the job, apprentices work under the supervision of experienced electricians. At first, they drill holes, set anchors, and attach conduit. Later, they measure, fabricate, and install conduit, as well as install, connect, and test wiring, outlets, and switches. They also learn to set up and draw diagrams for entire electrical systems. To complete the apprenticeship and become electricians, apprentices must demonstrate mastery of the electrician’s work

Some persons seeking to become electricians choose to obtain their classroom training before seeking a job. Training to become an electrician is offered by a number of public and private vocational-technical schools and training academies in affiliation with local unions and contractor organizations. Employers often hire students who complete these programs and usually start them at a more advanced level than those without the training. A few persons become electricians by first working as helpers, assisting electricians setting up job sites, gathering materials, and doing other nonelectrical work, before entering an apprenticeship program. Most localities require electricians to be licensed. Although licensing requirements vary from area to area, electricians usually must pass an examination that tests their knowledge of electrical theory, the National Electrical Code, and local electric and building codes. Experienced electricians periodically take courses offered by their employer or union to keep abreast of changes in the National Electrical Code and new materials or methods of installation. For example, classes on installing low voltage voice, data, and video systems have recently become common as these systems have become more prevalent.

* STEP 1: Take courses in math, science, electronics and mechanical drawing, if offered in high school.
* STEP 2: Consider taking advantage of military training in the electrical field; many Army and Navy programs in particular offer excellent preparation for aspiring electricians.
* STEP 3: Contact an organization that sponsors an apprenticeship program, such as The National Joint Apprenticeship and Training Committee or the National Electrical Contractors' Association (see necanet.org). Most electricians participate in such programs, which provide at least 144 hours of classroom instruction and 8000 hours of on-the-job training over the course of a 4-5 year apprenticeship.
* STEP 4: Get your license. Almost all municipalities require electricians to pass a licensing exam that tests their knowledge of electrical theory, the national electrical code, as well as local electronic and building codes.

* Employment opportunities are expected to be excellent for qualified electricians. And at $40 an hour, it's an attractive field to become qualified for.
HOW TO BECOME AN ELECTRICIAN: http://educationcenteronline.org/articles/Trade-Schools/How-to-Become-an-Electrician.html

Answer 2

Most states require a period of time working under a Master Electrician, This time period in Maryland is 7 years. This is also known as your apprenticeship time. There are some schools that run 2 or 3 evenings a week to support this. They are ABC schools. The Association of Builders and Contractors. After your 7 years of training under the Master you are then permitted to take the Masters Test. If you pass it you become a Master Electrician. Some states also have Journeyman Licenses. This permits you to do some work as an electrician and run a small crew of people. To become a Journeyman takes about four years. I left a police department at age 35 and started training as an electrician. Today I am 47 years old. I am now a senior electrician with a Defense Contractor. I also do some electrical engineering for them. You can to this at your age but you really need to like this type of work in order to move ahead. I hope this helped you out.

Answer 3

Before enrolling into a certain educational program, I would recommend to decide what kind of electrician You truly want to become - maybe You are not interested in becoming a residential or industrial electrician, but are more appealed to becoming a marine or oil rig electrician. Read more about all types here: http://electriciantraininghub.com/how-to-become-an-electrician/electrician-types/

After You have decided, most likely You will have to start from very bottom - as an apprentice or so called helper. After gaining certain amount of skills and experience and passing an exam, You may rank up to journeyman electrician, and further to master electrician rank.

Electrician type You choose and the rank You have, has a significant effect on Your electrician salary. Take a look on the figures here: http://electriciantraininghub.com/salary-and-jobs/electrician-salary/

Answer 4

You could start off at a local communitiy college and go from there. You should be able to work as an electrician with their training...provided that you pass the certification test (if you need to pass that in your county or state). Once you get into that class, you can find out from your instructors what you need to do to get the proper licenses and probably insurances. Best of luck to you.

Answer 5

First you need to get a license or get an internship from some good company and then if you're lucky and perform well they will hire you or give you a certificate, Which you can carry to other places and will be counted as experience.

Answer 6

You must start at the bottom, as a helper. Then you will work your way up through the caste(?) system: apprentice, journeymann, master.