Electrician, Inside Wireman Technology
Associate in Science Apprenticeship: Electrical · Chabot College · 2026-2027 Catalog
Description
The apprentice works directly under the supervision of a qualified Journeyman Electrician in installing or maintaining a variety of approved wiring methods for distribution of electrical light, heat, power, radio and signaling utilization systems. The work is performed in existing or new residential, commercial and industrial buildings and includes street and highway lighting, traffic signal and other outdoor above and below grade installations. The trade requires considerable physical effort on the part of the apprentice to do lifting, climbing, crouching and working in cramped areas. Requires acceptance into the Alameda County JATC Electrician Apprenticeship Program, approved by the California State Division of Apprenticeship Standards. For more information on the Apprenticeship Program, visit https://www.apprenticeship4you.com/our-programs.
Program Learning Outcomes
Upon the successful completion of this program, students should be able to:
- Describe, identify, and demonstrate policies, procedures, and mitigations to ensure a safe work environment
- Describe and Identify standard materials, facilitiy layouts, and system configurations
- Read, draw, interpret, and apply documents (e.g. blueprints, codes, procedures) to installation and maintenance activities
- Describe and analyze electrical circuits using established electrical theory
- Demonstrate use of tools, test instruments, and troubleshooting techniques on electrical circuits and systems
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| APEL 9701 | Electrician Apprenticeship I (Active) | 4 |
| APEL 9702 | Electrician Apprenticeship II (Active) | 4 |
| APEL 9703 | Electrician Apprenticeship III (Active) | 4 |
| APEL 9704 | Electrician Apprenticeship IV (Active) | 4 |
| APEL 9705 | Electrician Apprenticeship V (Active) | 4 |
| APEL 9706 | Electrician Apprenticeship VI (Active) | 4 |
| APEL 9707 | Electrician Apprenticeship VII (Active) | 4 |
| APEL 9708 | Electrician Apprenticeship VIII (Active) | 4 |
| APEL 9709 | Electrician Apprenticeship IX (Active) | 4 |
| APEL 9710 | Electrician Apprenticeship X (Active) | 4 |
| Total | 62 | |
Other Information
Discipline: Industrial Technology & Automotive
Program Control Number: 42129
TOP Code: 095220 - Electrical
CIP Code: 46.0302 - Electrician