WHAT is the Electricity program?

The Electricity program provides hands-on training in the application of skills needed in the electrical industry, for construction, maintenance, manufacturing, and sales of electrical equipment. Through equipment and tool identification, students learn practical application, as well as electrical theory, necessary for employment or college and technical school.

WHY should I take the Electricity Program?

Classes at the Saginaw Career Complex are different than those offered at your home high school. You learn by doing—not just reading, listening, and memorizing. And you learn out in the real world, on-the-job, with real people.

In the Electricity program, at the Saginaw Career Complex, students will survey the electrical industry, and complete an in-depth study. This two-year program covers residential, commercial, and industrial requirements for the industry. After students study residential, commercial, and industrial areas, they then concentrate in one area. Students develop a career industry study, and an employment portfolio. Students learn to apply math and theory in real world applications.

WHAT will I learn in the Electricity program?

You will learn:
• AC/DC theory
• Motor theory and motor control circuits
• Residential branch circuits
• Installing conduit systems
• Electrical math and algebra
• National electrical code
• Basic math
• Verbal and non-verbal communication skills
• Technical manuals or drawings
• Project based learning with documentation using technical writing
• Technical reading
• Employability skills
• Teamwork in electrical projects
• Good work habits

For more specific areas of study click here to see more about the curriculum.

WHAT are my job prospects?

Job opportunities for skilled electricians are expected to be good as the growth in demand outpaces the supply of workers trained in this craft. There is expected to be a shortage of skilled workers during the next decade because of the anticipated smaller pool of young workers entering training programs.

WHERE can I go after completing the program?

Your training in the Electricity program gives you several exciting options:

• Entry-level employment -Students might begin their electrifying careers with an independent contractor or residential electrician.
• Continued Education - Students can continue their education with the advantage of articulating college credits at the same time they are earning their high school diploma, and they don't have to pay for it! After successfully completing the program, students may articulate credits at Delta College and Ferris State University. The articulation process will give students a head start on their post-secondary education, as well as save them a considerable sum of money. In addition, students are also ready to enter industry/employer-sponsored training programs.

WHO is the teacher?

Mr. Carl Peil, a master electrician and electrical contractor, began his teaching career at the Saginaw Career Complex in 1973. As a journeyperson electrician, licensed in the state of Michigan, Peil has a great deal of information to share with his students at the Complex and at Delta College, where he also teaches such classes as: master/journeyperson test prep and code update, motor control, motor theory, grounding, national electrical code, electrical math, and electrical theory. Mr. Peil has extensive, formal training, in the areas of electricity and education. He was one of a very few individuals selected as a Graduate Fellow from the U.S. Department of Education, with a concentration in Educational Theory. In addition, he has earned a Bachelor's Degree from Central Michigan University, with a major in Industrial Technology and a minor in Speech, and a Master's Degree in Education from Saginaw Valley State University. Mr. Peil continues to strive for excellence as he attends many educational workshops and training sessions. This is one electrician that is sure to give you an electrifying jolt if you are a student in his class!

WHAT are the admission requirements?

Students admitted to the Electricity program at the Saginaw Career Complex must:

• Have an interest in a career in the electrical industry.
• Be a high school junior or senior.
• Be on track for high school graduation
• Have good attendance habits.
• Be willing to attend the Saginaw Career Complex or work-based learning facility for half the school day.

WHAT does it cost?

Nothing! Eligible high school students may attend free of charge.

HOW do I enroll?

You can enroll by completing just a few easy steps. Click here to get started:

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