Electrical

Robert Cruz, Adjunct Faculty / Training Director, 386-322-6236, Robert.Cruz@daytonastate.edu

Diane Mathers, Administrative Assistant, 386-506-4165, Diane.Mathers@daytonastate.edu

Program Overview

Mission:

The Daytona Beach Electrical Union Apprenticeship prepares students with the knowledge, technical skills, and hands-on experience necessary to become highly skilled electrical professionals through comprehensive classroom instruction and paid on-the-job training.

Description:

The Daytona Beach Electrical Union Apprenticeship, offered through the Electrical Training Alliance of Daytona Beach (JATC), is a four-year, state-subsidized registered apprenticeship program that combines paid employment with related technical instruction. Apprentices develop competencies in electrical theory, installation methods, electrical codes, safety, and residential, commercial, and industrial electrical construction.

The program prepares apprentices for journey-level employment through 8,000 hours of supervised on-the-job training and 792 hours of related classroom instruction. Apprentices earn progressively increasing wages while developing the technical knowledge and practical experience required by the electrical construction industry.

Registered Apprenticeship: Apprentices earn wages while completing structured on-the-job training and related technical instruction that prepares them for journey-level employment in the electrical construction industry.

Applications are accepted throughout the year. Applicants selected by the Electrical Training Alliance of Daytona Beach Joint Apprenticeship and Training Committee (JATC) begin classroom instruction each fall.

Outcomes:

Graduates of the program will be able to:

1. Demonstrate the ability to apply OSHA regulations and the National Electrical Code.
2. Demonstrate proper use of tools, equipment, materials, and electrical products used in the electrical trade.
3. Demonstrate knowledge of electrical theory, installation, troubleshooting, and safe work practices.
4. Demonstrate technical skills required for residential, commercial, and industrial electrical construction.
5. Plan and implement electrical projects using industry standards and best practices.

Admission Requirements

Apprenticeship Admission:

• Possess a standard high school diploma or GED.
• Be at least 18 years of age.
• Possess a valid driver's license.
• Successfully complete one credit of high school algebra or its equivalent.
• Complete an apprenticeship application through the Electrical Training Alliance of Daytona Beach Joint Apprenticeship and Training Committee (JATC).
• Be selected as a first-year apprentice by the Electrical Training Alliance of Daytona Beach Joint Apprenticeship and Training Committee (JATC).
• Be physically able to perform the duties of the electrical trade.
• Successfully pass the industry's validated aptitude examination.
• Submit a negative drug screening prior to employment.

Daytona State College Admission:

• Submit an application for admission to Daytona State College after selection by the apprenticeship committee.
• Register for apprenticeship classroom instruction and on-the-job training through the appropriate apprenticeship committee.

Financial Aid

This program is ineligible for federal and state financial aid.

Students are encouraged to contact the apprenticeship sponsor regarding employer-sponsored educational benefits and available industry assistance programs.

Career and Labor Market Information

Graduates are prepared for journey-level employment and advancement opportunities within the electrical construction industry.

Note: It is never too early to prepare for your career. Log in to the Daytona State Career Services Student Job Board to create your account, submit your resume for review, search for employment opportunities, and practice your interviewing skills through Big Interview. For assistance, contact Career Services to connect with a Career Advisor.

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