Residential Wiring Certificate

Wake Tech Course ID: C35130A

The Residential Wiring Certificate is the first tier in the wiring certificates. This certificate introduces students to the National Electric Code (NEC) and how it applies to residential applications. Students learn how to install residential circuits, interpret the NEC and read blueprints for the residential installations.

The curriculum is based on the assumption that students have no prior knowledge or experience in electricity or electronics. The Electrical Systems Technology faculty are licensed electricians and bring a rich and diverse set of field experiences to the classroom.

Career Outlook

Security and Fire Alarm Systems Installer

35792.05
Starting Salary

55727.14
Median Annual Wage

10%^*
First-Line Supervisor of Mechanics, Installers, and Repairers

45942.50
Starting Salary

75689.27
Median Annual Wage

9%^*
Electrician

36426.35
Starting Salary

60039.24
Median Annual Wage

13%^*
Helper--Electrician

29685.02
Starting Salary

38155.84
Median Annual Wage

4%^*

USA Wake County *Estimated job growth over 10 years.

Completion Earns:

Certificates

Total Credits:

Campus Availability:

Southern Wake Campus

Scheduling Options:

Day Only

Course Format(s):

On Campus

Financial Aid:

Not at this time

Courses Sequence:

Program Planning Guide

Credit Programs

Electrical Systems Technology