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    Nov 02, 2025  
2025-2026 Catalog

NCCER Electrical Level 4

Location(s): BRCC Acadian Site, BRCC Jackson Site


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This program is designed to prepare students to work as an Electrician. Electricians install electrical systems in structures; they install wiring and other electrical components, such as circuit breaker panels, switches, and light fixtures, and they follow blueprints, the National Electrical Code® and state and local codes. This program covers four levels of training based on curriculum developed by the National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER). To prepare trainees for a career in the electrical field, NCCER offers a comprehensive, 4-level Electrical curriculum that complies with DOL time-based standards for apprenticeship. Students who successfully complete the program will be nationally certified by NCCER.

Used with permission of NCCER
Source: https://www.nccer.org/workforce-development-programs/disciplines/craft-details/electrical

A career and technical certificate (CTC) may be earned in the first semester and a certificate of technical studies (CTS) may be earned in the second semester; a technical diploma may be earned upon completion of all technical courses. Students also have the option to complete the Technical Studies Associate of Applied Science with a concentration in Electrical by completing General Education courses in addition to the technical courses.

To receive any credential in this program, the student must:

  • Complete the program of study outlined below.
  • Earn a “C” or better in all courses required for the completion of the program.

Program Outcomes. Upon successful completion of the program, the graduate will be able to:

  1. Apply electrical theory and tools in residential and construction environments.
  2. Integrate various electrical devices to construct electrical systems.
  3. Employ electrical calculations to size and troubleshoot electrical systems.
  4. Demonstrate knowledge of the National Electrical Code and its application to various industries.
  5. Demonstrate proper safety, use, maintenance, and storage of electrical equipment.

Program of Study


First Semester


A career and technical certificate (CTC, NCCER Electrical Level 1) may be earned in the first semester.

Total Semester Credit Hours: 18


Second Semester


A certificate of technical studies (CTS, NCCER Electrical Level 2 (Level 1 and Level 2 courses)) may be earned in the second semester.

Total Semester Credit Hours: 18


Third Semester


Technical diploma (TD: Electrical Level 4 (Level 1, Level 2, Level 3, and Level 4 courses)) may be earned upon completion of all technical courses.

Total Semester Credit Hours: 9


Total Program Hours: 45


Students interested in pursuing the Technical Studies Associate of Applied Science degree with a concentration in Electrical, please contact the Technical Education Division at 225-216-8367 for more information.

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