Commercial Wiring Certificate (CW31)
The Commercial Wiring Technical Certificate of Credit provides instruction in the knowledge and skills necessary to perform wiring functions in a commercial setting. Topics include safety practices, blueprint and schematic reading and interpretation, and wiring procedures and practices.
Employment Opportunities
The Commercial Wiring program is intended to produce graduates who are prepared for employment as commercial and industrial electrician helpers.
Admissions Criteria
- Submit a completed application and application fee;
- Be at least 16 years of age;
- Submit official high school transcript or GED transcript;
- Submit official college transcripts, if applicable;
- Meet the following assessment requirements:
| Test |
Reading |
Writing |
Numerical |
Algebra |
| Accuplacer |
36 |
30 |
23 |
NA |
| Accuplacer (Next Gen) |
218 |
222 |
223 |
NA |
| Compass |
70 |
32 |
26 |
NA |
| SAT |
16 |
15 |
18 |
NA |
| SAT |
270 |
280 |
310 |
NA |
| ACT |
14 |
13 |
14 |
NA |
| ASSET |
37 |
38 |
32 |
NA |
| PSAT |
16 |
15 |
18 |
NA |
| GED |
NA |
145 |
145 |
NA |
| TABE |
461 |
NA |
442 |
NA |
Commercial Wiring Curriculum
The curriculum for the Commercial Wiring program is designed for the semester system. A student may enter the program during the fall and spring semesters. To graduate, certificate-seeking students must earn a minimum of 18 semester credit hours. The program requires a minimum of 375 contact hours and generally takes 2 semesters to complete.
Program Courses
Occupational Courses (18 Credits)
Select One (3 Credits)
Required
Select One (3 Credits)
Program Costs
Tuition ($100 per credit hour): $1,800
Fees ($370 per semester): $740
Books/Supplies: $300
Liability Insurance - $10 per fiscal year
Course Supply Fees:
- ELTR 1020 Electrical Systems Basics I: $10
- ELTR 1080 Commercial Wiring I: $20
- ELTR 1090 Commercial Wiring II: $20
- IDFC 1007 Industrial Safety Procedures: $22
(Costs are estimates and are subject to change.)