Electrical Technology: Inside Wireman

Career Development Center

Career Opportunities:

The courses required for this degree are administered by College of San Mateo in conjunction with the Joint Apprenticeship Training Committee. Registration is limited to those students fulfilling the related instruction requirements of the State of California as an indentured apprentice. For information contact the San Mateo County JATC for the Electrical Construction Industry or the Technology Division Office.

Inside Wireman install electrical service, establish grounding systems, establish power distribution, install raceway systems and wiring, provide power and controls to motors, and install receptacles, lighting systems, and fixtures in commercial, industrial, and residential construction. Employment opportunities in this field are tied to the construction trade industry. Students who successfully complete this program receive journeyman status as an Inside Wireman.

Typical Job Titles:

Inside Wireman

Places of Employment:

Construction Organizations

Federal, State, and Local Governments

Salary Information: Electrical Powerline Installer/Repairer

(Source -- www.salary.com)

$40,105 (25th %ile)

$48,493 (50th %ile)

$59,981 (75th %ile)

Educational Planning: Two Options

Associate in Science Degree; Certificate of Achievement

Excerpts from 2005-2006 CSM Catalog:

(If you began this program of study during a previous catalog year, please see a CSM counselor for a list of the required courses needed to complete your program of study.)

1. Associate in Science Degree: Total of 30 units with a grade of C or higher (see below) + General Education courses and other requirements*

Major Requirements: ELEL 701, 702, 703, 704, 705, 706, 707, 708, 709, 710.

2. Certificate of Achievement: Total of 30 units*

Completion of AS degree major requirements listed above with a grade of C or higher in each course.

*For the most accurate educational requirements, students should consult the current CSM catalog.

Students should meet with a CSM Counselor once a semester to update their Student Education Plan and to ensure that they are on-track to meet educational goals in a timely manner. (Bldg. 5, Room 128, 574-6400)

For further career counseling assistance in the selection of a major contact: College of San Mateo, Career Development Center,1700 Hillsdale Blvd. (T1), San Mateo, CA 94402

(650) 574-6571

www.collegeofsanmateo.edu/career

Career Development Center

8/5/08