About
The Electrician Training Program at Erie Institute of Technology in Erie, Pennsylvania, prepares students for entry-level work with residential, commercial, and industrial electrical systems. The program trains students to install and maintain electrical systems, use electrical trade tools, read blueprints and symbols, and apply the National Electrical Code. It leads to a diploma. Training combines classroom instruction with hands-on practice in electrical labs and runs for 15 months. Coursework includes residential circuit design and construction, commercial circuits and distribution, alternating and direct current motors and generators, transformers, industrial controls, programmable logic controllers, technical mathematics, and technical writing. Graduates may pursue roles such as electrician, electrician’s helper, electrical technician, electrical maintenance technician, or utility technician.
Organization
Erie Institute of Technology
Erie Institute of Technology is a career-focused school in Erie, Pennsylvania, providing occupational training in Administrative Professional, Electrician Program, HVAC/R Technology, Medical Billing and Coding, Medical Equipment Technician, and Phlebotomy Diploma fields. Its broader offerings also include manufacturing, electronics, information technology, welding, and industrial maintenance. The institution has prepared students for careers in skilled trades, manufacturing, technology, and healthcare since 1958. Training combines classroom instruction with hands-on lab practice using tools, equipment, and techniques related to each field. Programs are designed as short-term options rather than a traditional four-year path. Career services support resume preparation, interview practice, and connections with employment opportunities. The school also offers a try-a-trade experience that includes facility tours, instructor interaction, and a beginner-friendly project.