Program Information
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Location: Downtown Milwaukee Campus, Online Campus
- Pathway: Manufacturing, Construction & Transportation
- Program Code: 05-413-1
- Offering: In-Person
- Degree Type: Badge
- Start Dates: Based on individual program
About the Credential
Those enrolled in this specialized seven-course digital badge will gain entry-level skills to work in residential electrical construction. Basic electrical wiring, and code fundamentals provide skills and knowledge needed to work with wires, cables, and blueprints.
HOW TO earn a Credential
MATC’s digital badges are an easy way for earners to share their verifiable knowledge and skills both socially and professionally.
All MATC’s digital badges are earned when the identified course(s) within the badge are all completed with a grade of C or better. This more immediate method of delivering credentials allows our students to showcase their hard-earned skills faster and stand out to employers sooner.
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Earning Criteria
| Course | Course Name | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ELECTY-308 | Basic Skills for Electrical Wiring | 2-college Credits |
| ELECTY-310 | Cable Wiring | 2-college Credits |
| ELECTY-312 | Electrical Raceway Installation | 2-college Credits |
| ELECTY-340 | Electrical Code Fundamentals 1 | 2-college Credits |
| ELECTY-378 | Construction Blueprint Reading | 1-college Credits |
| ELECTY-390 | Principles of Electricity 1 | 3-college Credits |
| ELECTY-391 | Principles of Electricity 2 | 2-college Credits |
| TOTAL CREDITS | 14 |
Tuition for Individual MicroCredentials and Badges is paid for by the student. However, if you plan to further your education with a Technical Diploma or Associate Degree, financial aid and scholarships may be available. Please meet with your Pathway Advisor before registering for more information.
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