Schedule & Location
Monday – Friday
11:00 am – 2:05 pm – Half Day
Butler Tech Fairfield Township Campus
D. Russel Lee | High School
*Students will complete their academics at their home school. Counselor approval is required for high school graduation.
Materials & Requirements
- Students must purchase an electrical tool kit through Butler Tech Adult Education
• Students will keep the tool kit after completing the program
• To purchase the kit, contact Hannah Krieger: kriegerh@butlertech.org
• Opportunities to purchase will also be available at Welcome Night
Program Highlights
Industry Overview
The number of jobs in the electrical industry is expected to grow steadily—projected to increase by 9% from 2024 to 2034. Many of these openings are expected to result from the need to replace workers as they exit the labor force.
– United States Bureau of Labor Statistics
This one-year Electrical Technology Program is offered at D. Russel Lee and Butler Tech’s Adult Education, giving seniors the opportunity to earn industry-recognized credentials and explore rewarding careers in the electrical trades.
Students gain hands-on experience with electrical tools, systems, and wiring methods, while learning essential safety standards and technical skills aligned with today’s industry codes. From powering homes to maintaining critical infrastructure, electricians keep our world running—and their skills remain in high demand.
Work-based learning opportunities may be available with local business partners.
Course Work
Our Electrical Technology one-year program is designed to equip students with a comprehensive skill set that seamlessly integrates into their school day, ensuring they have the opportunity to enter a union apprenticeship or technician role.
The curriculum covers key areas including:
- Construction site safety
- Construction math
- Tools
- Introduction to Material Handling
- Safety for Electricians
- Introduction to Electrical Circuits
- National Electrical Code
- Outlet, device, pull, and junction boxes
- Wireways, raceways, and fittings
- Electrical construction documents
No tuition cost. Traditional fees for tools apply.
Students must take their academic courses online or at their current high school.
Combined credentials meet the high school graduation requirements.
The home school counselor must sign off on the student’s graduation plan.
Students must provide their transportation and meals.
Credentials
Students will train and test for National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER), plus have demonstrated completion of year one of the ALLIANCE IBEW electrical training curriculum recognized with IBEW.
- NCCER Construction Core
- NCCER Electrical Level I
- ALLIANCE Electrical Year 1 Curriculum