Electrical Technology provides training in the areas of residential, commercial and industrial electrical occupations. Instruction is provided in the area of safety, good work habits, teamwork, communication skills and entry-level knowledge that enables graduates to obtain employment as a multi-craft electro-mechanical technologist. Day and evening classes are available. The program is located on the Ayers and East Broad campuses.
Credentials available
Advisors
Wesley Beecham, Ayers Campus, Anniston
256-835-5441
wbeecham@gadsdenstate.edu
Todd Chandler, East Broad Campus, Gadsden
256-549-8631
tchandler@gadsdenstate.edu
Dual Enrollment
Electrical Technology is a scholarship-eligible program for ºÚ°µ±¬ÁÏÍø’s Dual Enrollment Program. The program is available to eligible high school students. Through Dual Enrollment, students earn both college and high school credits. Eligible students must have at least a 2.0 cumulative GPA. They must be a high school sophomore, junior or senior, and they must have approval from a high school counselor or administrator. Limited scholarships and grants are available!
Employment outlook
- 2022 Median Pay: $60,240 per year
- Number of jobs nationwide: 762,600
- Employment growth projection by 2032: 6%
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
Career Opportunities
- Programmable Logic Control
- Computer Animated Electrical Design
- Industrial Maintenance Technology