SPARK A GREAT CAREER
The demand for qualified electricians is high; get the skills you need to fill the void.
As a Residential Electrician, you’ll have working knowledge of the National Electrical Code and know how to use the power and hand tools needed on the job. Learn how to come to a new or existing structure, interpret electrical floor plans, drill holes, run and cut wire, and install boxes and fixtures.
Advanced courses teach you how to complete all residential wiring processes. You’ll be an expert in installing outlets, switches, and fixtures. You’ll aslo learn about installing appliances such as electric stoves, water heaters, and heating and cooling devices.
TCL’s 25-credit-hour Residential Electrician Certificate program can be completed in as little two full-time semesters. Evening classes are offered. Hands-on courses include construction print reading, basic electricity, fixtures and installation, advanced residential wiring, and the National Electric Code. An internship is also required.
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Quick Facts
IN-DEMAND
Here in the rapidly growing Lowcountry, electricians are always in demand.
HANDS-ON
Learn by actually practicing the skills you’ll need on the job.
A GREAT CAREER
The S.C. annual mean wage for electricians is $49,030.
ACCREDITATION
Technical College of the Lowcountry is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award associate degrees. Degree-granting institutions also may offer credentials such as certificates and diplomas at approved degree levels. Questions about the accreditation of Technical College of the Lowcountry may be directed in writing to the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, GA 30033-4097, by calling (404) 679-4500, or by using information available on SACSCOC’s website (www.sacscoc.org).
PROGRAM COST
Tuition: 25 credits x $214 per credit = $5,350.
Remember, this is before S.C. Lottery Tuition Assistance and other financial aid, which could drop your costs by more than half. In fact, after financial aid, many students attend for free. See more about paying for TCL.
*Based on Fall 2022 in-state, in-service-area tuition. Your actual cost may differ. Does not include fees, books and other costs. Qualifications vary.
WHAT PEOPLE ARE SAYING
“At TCL, our focus green building benefits the students and the entire community.”
Tim Newsome
Building Instructor
FAQS & ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
The Career & Education Opportunities
Employment of electricians is projected to grow much faster than the average for all occupations. As homes and businesses require more wiring, electricians will be needed to install the necessary components. The job prospects for electricians should be very good, as many employers report difficulty finding qualified applicants, according to 2015 reports from U.S. Department of Labor Bureau of Labor Statistics.
And, here in the rapidly growing Lowcountry, construction jobs are always in demand. The S.C. annual mean wage for electricians is $49,030, according to 2021 reports from the U.S. Department of Labor Statistics.
Certify Your Skills
The program also includes the National Electrical Code Journeyman’s license preparation course.
Is this program for you?
The program is a great fit for those who:
• Have strong math skills.
• Have physical stamina and strength.
• Enjoy troubleshooting.
• Have strong customer-service skills.
Program Dean
Karen Smith
Dean, Business & Industrial Technologies
843-525-8323
Beaufort Mather Campus, Bldg. 14, Rm. 118
Instructors
Timothy Newsome
Building Construction Instructor
843-525-8290
Beaufort Mather Campus, Bldg. 16, Rm. 121
