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Get the Skills to Become an Electrical Technician

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Get the skills and confidence you need to succeed in a career in the electrical field

51-Week* Electrical Technician Training Program

in Houston, Texas

An Electrical Technician play a crucial role in testing, troubleshooting, and maintaining smaller electrical/electronic devices, control systems, and more. Skilled professionals in this field perform on-site work to provide electrical services to a variety of different industries.

The Electrical Technician program at the Milan Institute provides the technical and practical skills training you need to pursue a rewarding career as an Electrical Technician. Gain the skills needed to enter this career path in just under one year*!

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Electrical Technician Training at the Milan Institute

The Electrical Technician program at the Milan Institute prepares students to function competently in an entry-level position in a variety of commercial, residential, and industrial settings. The program will include current electrical knowledge, demonstrations and technical practice of electrical skills.

Through a combination of theoretical knowledge and hands-on practical training, you will gain the necessary skills to install, maintain, and repair a wide range of electrical systems commonly found in residential, commercial, and industrial environments.

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In the Electrical Technician program, students learn:

  • Electrician Fundamentals: Foundations and Safety electrical industry, safety for Electricians, introduction and review of construction math, introduction to electrical circuits, electrical theory, introduction to NEC, electrical test equipment, hand bending, and OSHA standards and requirements.
  • Intro to Electrical Construction basic safety, basic employability, introduction to construction drawings, conductors and cables, residential wiring, and conduit bending.
  • Construction Tools and Materials introduction to hand tools, introduction to power tools, introduction to material handling, basic electrical construction documents, wireways, raceways, and fittings, and alternating current.
  • Electrical Systems and Applications construction math application, NEC application, motors: theory and application, electrical lighting, pull and junction boxes, conductor installation, introductions to basic rigging, and control systems and fundamental concepts.
  • Electrical Systems and Components cable trays, conductor terminations and splices, grounding and bonding, circuit breakers and fuses, overcurrent protection, and distribution equipment.
  • Electrical Design and Applications – load calculations: branch and feeder circuits, conductor selection and calculations, practical applications of lighting, hazardous locations, and special locations.
  • Electrical Systems and Controls – specialty transformers, advanced controls, HVAC controls, heat tracing and freeze protection, motor operations and maintenance, and medium voltage terminations/splices.
  • Electrical Leadership and Systems Management Fundamentals of Crew Leadership motor calculations, motor controls, transformers, and commercial electrical services.
  • Electrical Design and Systems Integration Load Calculations: Feeders and Services healthcare facilities, standby and emergency systems, basic electronic theory, voice, data, and video, and fire alarm systems.

Upon completion of the program, students will be prepared for entry-level employment in residential, commercial, or industrial electrical work.

Gain Real-World Experience

During this program, you’ll learn how to install, maintain and repair electrical systems in a hands-on lab environment.

You will work directly on electrical equipment, helping you become familiar with a variety of systems so that you’re fully prepared to start a career after graduation.

Get Electrical Technician Career Training You Feel Good About

Are you ready to begin your career as an Electrical Technician? With the Milan Institute, you can train to become career-ready in as few as 51 weeks*! Gain the technical skills and knowledge you need to enter this growing career path.

Our admissions representatives will be happy to answer questions and schedule a tour of our classrooms where you can learn more about the path to your new career.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does the Electrician program at Milan Institute in Houston cover?

The Electrician program at Milan Institute in Houston provides comprehensive training in both theoretical knowledge and hands-on practical skills. The curriculum includes electrician fundamentals and safety, electrical construction, tools and materials, electrical systems and applications, grounding and bonding, load calculations, motor operations, HVAC controls, and commercial electrical services. Through hands-on lab training, students gain practical experience working directly with electrical equipment to prepare for entry-level positions in the electrical field.

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How long does it take to complete the Electrician program at Milan Institute Houston?

The Electrician training program at Milan Institute’s Houston campus can be completed in 51 weeks* when completed in normal time. This accelerated timeline allows students to gain the technical skills and knowledge needed to pursue entry-level electrician careers in just under one year. The program structure combines classroom instruction with hands-on lab experience, allowing students to progress efficiently through the comprehensive curriculum while developing practical competencies.

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How do I apply to the Electrician program at Milan Institute in Houston, Texas?
To apply to the Electrician program at Milan Institute’s Houston campus, you can start by requesting more information through the website. Milan Institute’s admissions representatives will guide you through the enrollment process, answer your questions, and help you schedule a campus tour.

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What kind of hands-on training is included in Milan Institute's Electrician program?

Milan Institute’s Electrician program emphasizes hands-on practical training in a lab environment where students work directly with electrical equipment and systems. Students gain experience with electrical test equipment, hand bending, power tools, wireways and raceways, cable trays, conductor installation, circuit breakers and fuses, pull and junction boxes, motor operations and maintenance, and control systems. The hands-on approach helps students become familiar with a variety of residential, commercial, and industrial electrical systems, ensuring they’re fully prepared to enter the workforce after graduation. The Houston campus features modern classrooms and labs equipped with current tools used in the electrical trade.

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What career opportunities are available after completing electrician training in Houston?

Upon completion of Milan Institute’s Electrician program, graduates are prepared for entry-level employment in residential, commercial, or industrial electrical work. Electricians perform essential work installing, maintaining, and repairing electrical systems in various settings throughout the Houston area and beyond. The program prepares students to function competently in entry-level positions across diverse industries that require electrical services.

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*Program length when completed in normal time.