Course Offerings

With booming infrastructure, new energy conservation projects, and an aging workforce, demand for skilled electricians is on the rise-making online residential electrician courses in high demand. In fact, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics projects that jobs for electricians will increase 7% through 2031, with around 80,000 job openings for electricians estimated each year. The Residential Electrician course is designed to teach you the fundamental skills needed to work with residential electrical systems-no previous experience is required. 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 more than 30 virtual simulations that simulate hands-on practice and 10 lessons on customer service, one of the most essential soft skills employers seek. On-job scenarios (critical thinking scenarios) will help boost your success, along with quizzes in each lesson. Our new course also features 3D models, including the main panel, circuit breaker, DMM, fuses, 3D model walk-throughs, and branch circuit learning checks. The addition of games, including name that function, ampacity, and labeling receptacle, paired with in-the-field photo access (provided by the SME) further boosts your real-world success post-graduation. In addition, you will be prepared for electrician licensing tests, generally required by most states and localities-making this one of the top courses for electricians. 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. As an added bonus, you will be provided with your own 19-piece tool kit carrier from IDEAL Electrical, featuring pliers, screwdrivers, specialty hand tools, a wire stripper, and an electrical tester-all included in your course registration. Completing this electrician education course will prepare you to pass your state's electrical licensing exam and start an entry-level career as a residential electrician or electrician apprentice. Investing in your electrician education is the first step to your electrician career. Please check with your state, county, or city for residential electrician licensing rules and whether this course's hours will be accepted towards licensing. *This course does not count towards getting a Massachusetts Electrician license.

Course Objectives

Study foundational knowledge and skills that are required of an entry-level electrician.

Understand how to use the National Electrical Code, sizing electrical boxes, sizing circuit.

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.

Outline of instruction

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

Course Challenge

Soft Skills for the Electrician (optional)

Contact Hours

125

CEUs

No

Industry Standard, State or National Certification

None

CE or CU Articulation

No

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 lift 50 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.

Text and Supplies Needed

Hardware Requirements:
This course can be taken on either a PC or Mac.

Software Requirements:
PC: Windows 10 or later.
Mac: macOS 10.6 or later.
Browser: The latest version of Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox are preferred. Microsoft Edge and Safari are also compatible.
Microsoft Word Online
Adobe Acrobat Reader
Software must be installed and fully operational before the course begins.

Other:
Email capabilities and access to a personal email account.

Simulation Requirements
Desktop Browser: A 64-bit web browser
Recommended: Mozilla Firefox 52+, Google Chrome 57+
Supported: MS Edge 15+, Apple Safari 10.1+

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
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)
In addition to the textbooks listed above, you will also receive the IDEAL Electrical Residential Electrician's, Tool Kit. The 19-piece tool kit includes a tool carrier bag, featuring the following items:

4 Pliers
7 Screwdrivers
6 Specialty Hand Tools
1 Wire Stripper
1 Electrical Tester
Material Fees are non-refundable upon registration

Please note: Due to the high cost of these items, tools will not be shipped until 10 days after your start date.

Clinical Site/Special Facilities

None

Requirements for Successful Completion

90% attendance

Accreditation/Special Approval Requirements

N/A

Intended Audience

This course is intended for anyone interested in becoming a Residential Electrician.

Specific Industry or Business Support Needs

N/A

Wake County Need for Industry Positions

N/A

Industry or Job Titles Related to training Outcomes for Employment

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Course Contact Information

Courtney Boney
919-532-5581
[email protected]