Electrical Technology
The Electrical Technology program at State Tech prepares students for dynamic, high-demand careers installing, maintaining, and repairing the electrical systems that power our homes, businesses, and industries. Through hands-on learning in state-of-the-art labs, students gain experience in electricity fundamentals, residential and commercial wiring, conduit bending, motor controls, power distribution, and blueprint reading, developing the core skills employers rely on.
In addition to technical training, students earn certifications in CPR, First Aid, and OSHA 10-hour safety, ensuring they graduate with both the skills and the safety credentials required in the field.
With strong industry partnerships and a curriculum informed by real-world standards, State Tech students train using the same tools and systems found on active job sites. Every student completes an internship, gaining valuable on-the-job experience that often leads directly to employment.
Graduates are prepared for rewarding careers in electrical construction, industrial maintenance, and power systems, with opportunities across schools, hospitals, manufacturing facilities, and large-scale commercial and residential projects.
At State Tech, you won’t just learn to work with electricity, you’ll master the power that keeps the world running.
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Why Study Electrical Technology at State Tech
Job Demand
As one of the fastest-growing fields with substantial earning potential, the electrical industry offers diverse opportunities. Graduates of the State Technical College of Missouri’s Electrical Technology program are well-prepared for roles in electrical construction and maintenance, with potential employment in schools, hospitals, manufacturing, government, large building complexes, and residential, commercial, and industrial construction settings.
Hands-on Education
The Electrical Technology program equips students with the skills needed to install, operate, maintain, and repair electrical systems. Through courses covering key areas like electricity, residential and commercial wiring, conduit bending, motor controls, power distribution, and blueprint reading, students gain essential competencies for both construction and maintenance electrician roles.
Graduate Job-Ready
In addition to technical training, students receive vital certifications, including cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), first aid, and the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) 10-hour certification, ensuring they’re prepared for safe, high-quality work in the field.
What You'll Learn
The Electrical Technology program prepares individuals to install, operate, maintain, and repair electrically-energized systems. The electrical field is one of the fastest growing occupations and offers relatively high earnings. Students who graduate from this program at State Technical College of Missouri are prepared for jobs in electrical construction and electrical maintenance. Employment opportunities may be found in schools; hospitals; manufacturing; federal and state government; building complexes; and residential, commercial, and industrial construction.
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Program Details
Highlights
- Prepare for work in residential, commercial, and industrial settings.
- Real world experience completing electrical projects in State Tech’s Safety Village.
- 99% placement rate
Interesting Courses
Courses in electricity, residential and commercial wiring, conduit bending, motor controls, power distribution, and blueprint reading develop the competencies required of both construction and maintenance electricians. Safety and electrical code requirements are stressed in all courses. Students receive cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), first aid, and Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) 10-hour training to prepare them for certification in these skills.
Concentrations
By focusing on the most complex electrical systems, our up-to-date curriculum will prepare you for work in residential, commercial, or industrial settings.
Career Possibilities
- Electrical Service
- Construction
- Electrical Maintenance
Truly hands-on education
We believe time-on-task has to be part of your education. That means time spent learning from experienced instructors in real-world environments and real-world situations. That’s why the State Tech campus is home to more than 50 labs, an automotive bay, aviation hangar, and 40+ acres of land dedicated to our heavy equipment operations program.
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