From updating existing buildings to building construction, demand for electricians is on the rise. This course will train you for an entry-level career as an electrician by teaching you the fundamental skills you need to succeed, such as electrical theory, wiring and installation, customer service best practices, the National Electrical Code®, and much more.
Requirements:
Hardware Requirements:
- This course can be taken on either a PC or Mac.
Software Requirements:
- PC: Windows 10 or later.
- Mac: macOS 10.6 or later.
- Browser: The latest version of Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox are preferred. Microsoft Edge and Safari are also compatible.
- Microsoft Word Online
- Adobe Acrobat Reader
- Software must be installed and fully operational before the course begins.
Other:
- Email capabilities and access to a personal email account.
Simulation Requirements
- Desktop Browser: A 64-bit web browser
- Recommended: Mozilla Firefox 52+, Google Chrome 57+
- Supported: MS Edge 15+, Apple Safari 10.1+
Instructional Material Requirements:
The instructional materials required for this course are included in enrollment. The following textbooks will be shipped to you approximately 7-10 business days after enrollment:
- Electrical Writing Residential with Blueprints
- National Electrical Code (NEC) 2023
The following digital textbook for this course is accessed via links in the course lessons:
- Delmar's Standard Book of Electricity (eBook)
In addition to the textbooks listed above, you will also receive the IDEAL Electrical Residential Electrician's, Tool Kit. The 19-piece tool kit includes a tool carrier bag, featuring the following items:
- 4 Pliers
- 7 Screwdrivers
- 6 Specialty Hand Tools
- 1 Wire Stripper
- 1 Electrical Tester
Material Fees are non-refundable upon registration
Please note: Due to the high cost of these items, tools will not be shipped until 10 days after your start date.
With booming infrastructure, new energy conservation projects, and an aging workforce, demand for skilled electricians is on the rise—making online residential electrician courses in high demand. In fact, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics projects that jobs for electricians will increase 7% through 2031, with around 80,000 job openings for electricians estimated each year.
The Residential Electrician course is designed to teach you the fundamental skills needed to work with residential electrical systems—no previous experience is required. You will learn electrical theory, wiring and installation, safety procedures, the use of common hardware and materials, the use of building plans, and more. You will also have access to more than 30 virtual simulations that simulate hands-on practice and 10 lessons on customer service, one of the most essential soft skills employers seek. On-job scenarios (critical thinking scenarios) will help boost your success, along with quizzes in each lesson.
Our new course also features 3D models, including the main panel, circuit breaker, DMM, fuses, 3D model walk-throughs, and branch circuit learning checks. The addition of games, including name that function, ampacity, and labeling receptacle, paired with in-the-field photo access (provided by the SME) further boosts your real-world success post-graduation.
In addition, you will be prepared for electrician licensing tests, generally required by most states and localities—making this one of the top courses for electricians. While tests differ, you will need to understand the common situations in electrical work, including the use of the National Electrical Code®, local electrical codes, circuits, and various types of wiring methods. As an added bonus, you will be provided with your own 19-piece tool kit carrier from IDEAL Electrical, featuring pliers, screwdrivers, specialty hand tools, a wire stripper, and an electrical tester—all included in your course registration.
Completing this electrician education course will prepare you to pass your state's electrical licensing exam and start an entry-level career as a residential electrician or electrician apprentice. Investing in your electrician education is the first step to your electrician career. Please check with your state, county, or city for residential electrician licensing rules and whether this course's hours will be accepted towards licensing. *This course does not count towards getting a Massachusetts Electrician license.
- The Electrical Industry
- Residential Electricity – A Basic Overview
- Basic Electrical Math
- Basic Electrical Theory
- Test Instruments
- Electrical System Operation Principles
- Circuit and Personnel Protection
- Electrical Safety
- Jobsite Safety
- Hand Tools
- Power Tools
- Building Materials – Conductors and Cables
- Building Materials – Enclosures and Cabinets
- Building Materials – Terminal Devices
- Residential Services and Feeders
- Grounding and Bonding of Services
- Feeders and Separate Buildings
- Construction Drawings
- Branch Circuit Basics
- Required Branch Circuits
- GFCI Protection and Branch Circuits
- AFCI Protection
- Required Outlets and Devices
- Appliance Connections
- Project Planning
- Troubleshooting
- Course Challenge
- Soft Skills for the Electrician (optional)
What you will learn
- Branch and feeder circuits with various types of cable and conduit
- Service of circuit breakers, lighting fixtures, receptacles, switches, paddle fans, and electric motors
- Identifying and fixing electrical problems on "service calls"
- Installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting photovoltaic renewable energy systems
- 10 lessons on customer service
- Instructor-graded assignments
- Quizzes in each lesson
- On-the-job scenarios (critical thinking scenarios)
- Optional soft skills for the residential electrician.
- 3D Models added, including main panel, circuit breaker, DMM, fuses, 3D model walk-throughs, and branch circuit learning check
- Games including name that function, ampacity, and labeling receptacle
- In the field photos
How you will benefit
- This course provides foundational knowledge and skills that are required of an entry-level electrician
- You will understand how to use the National Electrical Code, sizing electrical boxes, sizing circuit
- conductors, sizing fuses or circuit breakers, and sizing service entrance conductors
- You will gain valuable wiring skills, such as proper use of hand and power tools, splicing wires together properly, attaching electrical boxes to building framing members, fishing a cable in an existing wall, and installing an overhead service entrance
- You will receive a 25% discount on tools from Ideal Industries, a company that produces connectors, hand tools, testers, meters, and more that are needed as an electrician
- Enrolled students are invited to attend our exclusive annual virtual National Apprenticeship Week events, featuring live webinars, workshops, and employer interactions
- You will be given a 19-piece tool kit from IDEAL Electrical to help ensure you launch your career with the tools needed for success
Jorge Garcia
Jorge Garcia has over 20 years of experience in the electrical field as both a practicing and electrical instructor. He has been a licensed electrician since 2000 and currently holds an Electrical Contractor and Master Electrician license from Texas. Jorge currently serves as the Department Chair for Construction, Manufacturing, Transportation Technology at Texas Southmost College. Additionally, he has over 15 years in business as an Electrical Contractor for Exit Light Services. Jorge has an Associate degree in Electrician Technology, a Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice, a Master of Science in Management and Leadership, and is currently in a Learning Technology Ph.D. program. He also holds a Fire Suppression License from the State Fire Marshal Office, Licensed Irrigator, Limited License Electrician from Tennessee, License in Bilingual & Technology Education from Texas Education Agency, National Center for Construction Education & Research (NCCER) Electrical Instructor Certification, and an Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) Authorized Trainer license.
Nate Eaton
Nate Eaton brings a unique blend of instructor and practical experience to his instructor role for the Electrical Technician course. He holds multiple licenses and certificates for his field of work. Nate holds an associate degree in construction electricity from Northwest State Community College. He holds a diploma as a master/trainer instructor and has been a keynote speaker for a local high school graduation.
