Manufacturing
Industrial Electrician
Apprenticeship
The industrial electrician maintains and repairs many different types of electrical equipment. They may also modify or install electrical equipment like motors, transformers, generators, machine controls and lighting systems in industrial, commercial and public establishments. The electrician is responsible for the periodic inspection of equipment to locate and repair defects before breakdowns occur. The Industrial Electrician Apprenticeship Program is four years in length. The apprentice attends 720 hours of paid related instruction classes at Southwest Tech.
What you'll learn
- The industrial electrician maintains and repairs many different types of electrical equipment
- The electrician is responsible for the periodic inspection of equipment to locate and repair defects before breakdowns occur
- The Industrial Electrician Apprenticeship Program is four years in length
- The apprentice attends 720 hours of paid related instruction classes at Southwest Tech
- These glasses can be purchased at the College Bookstore
Where it leads
This program leads to a Apprenticeship. Talk with an advisor about transfer options and continuing education from here; see how Southwest Tech credentials stack.
Cost and next steps
Tuition depends on your course load; Paying for college covers current tuition, aid, and scholarships. When you're ready: apply, meet with an advisor, and register.
From the College's published program catalog. Reviewed July 2026.