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 ($385 per semester): $770
Books/Supplies: $300
Liability Insurance: Liability Insurance (click to find your program)
Course Supply Fees: Electrical Systems Technology (click to find individual course fees)
(Costs are estimates and are subject to change.)