Electrician Schools in Hawaii
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Electrician schools in Hawaii offer students the opportunity to study to become licensed electrical workers. The average electrician in the United States makes an hourly wage of $17- $30. The occupation is expected to grow by 12% through 2018, according to the newest published data released by the United States Department of Labor. The average electrician program includes 600 hours of classroom instruction and 8,000 hours of hands-on learning through a paid apprenticeship. Most programs take four years to complete.
Electrician students learn about basic electrical theory, advanced electrical theory, commercial and residential wiring, commercial wiring, blueprint reading, and the National Electrical Code (NEC). Electricians perform duties such as splicing wires, measuring voltage, and install lighting systems in homes and businesses. The majority of electricians currently work in the construction industry, so close attention is paid to those topics relevant to that particular work environment. Apprentice programs require a student have a high school diploma or GED and acceptable test scores on an aptitude test.
