Tennessee's Electrical Wiring pathway prepares students for careers installing and maintaining electrical systems in residential, commercial, and industrial buildings. Tennessee's construction and manufacturing growth creates strong demand for qualified electricians.
Students study electrical theory, safety practices, code compliance, circuitry, and installation techniques. Hands-on work includes wiring residential panels, installing outlets and switches, reading electrical schematics, and troubleshooting circuits.
Graduates work as electrician apprentices, journeyman electricians, or electrical supervisors with construction companies, electrical contractors, and industrial facilities. Competitive wages ($36,000-$85,000+) and strong job security make electrical trades highly desirable. Many become business owners.
Electrical Wiring at a Glance
4
Courses
8
Credentials
4
Career Paths
State Standards & Framework
Tennessee's electrical wiring standards align with the National Electrical Code (NEC) and NCCER standards. The state emphasizes safety compliance, code knowledge, and proper installation practices.
Students complete NCCER certifications in electrical trades, demonstrate NEC knowledge, and obtain licensing toward journeyman electrician status. Many dual-enroll to complete requirements while still in high school.
Typical Course Sequence
| Course |
|---|
| Fundamentals of Construction |
| Electrical Wiring I |
| Electrical Wiring II |
| Advanced Electrical |
Industry Certifications & Credentials
- ✓Autodesk Certified User - AutoCAD
- ✓Autodesk Certified User - Revit
- ✓NOCTI Building and Construction Occupations
- ✓First Aid/CPR/AED
- ✓NCCER Core
- ✓OSHA 10-Hour Construction
- ✓OSHA 30-Hour Construction
- ✓NCCER Carpentry Level 1
Career Opportunities
Salary data from U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (May 2024). Growth projections from BLS Employment Projections (2023-2033). Cost-of-living adjustment uses BEA Regional Price Parities (2023). Entry-level salaries reflect the 25th percentile; experienced salaries reflect the median.
Apprentice Electrician
Entry LevelSalary range: $47,220 - $68,240
Adjusted for cost of living: $51,038
Journeyman Electrician
ExperiencedSalary range: $47,220 - $68,240
Adjusted for cost of living: $63,975
Master Electrician
ExperiencedSalary range: $47,220 - $68,240
Adjusted for cost of living: $63,975
Electrical Supervisor
ExperiencedSalary range: $47,220 - $68,240
Adjusted for cost of living: $63,975
Work-Based Learning Opportunities
Students apprentice with licensed electricians and electrical contractors throughout Tennessee.
Career & Technical Student Organization
Students in this pathway can participate in SkillsUSA, gaining leadership experience and competing in career-related events.
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