Electrician-Construction
DIPLOMA, 74 CREDITS
Riverland’s Electrician-Construction Program prepares students for entry-level careers in construction and maintenance electrical work. Taught by licensed Master Electricians, the program offers hands-on experience—including wiring a new house—and covers key skills like reading blueprints, diagnosing systems, and ensuring code compliance. With strong industry partnerships and high job demand, graduates are well-positioned for careers in residential, commercial, and industrial settings.
Location: Albert LeaProgram Starts: Fall
Course Plan: Four Semesters
Faculty:
Josh Christenson | 507-379-3361 | joshua.christenson@riverland.edu
Luke Mulder | 507-379-3366 | Luke.Mulder@riverland.edu
Admissions: 507-433-0600 | admissions@riverland.edu
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| Course | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ELEC1702 | Electrical Theory I | 4 CR |
| ELEC1703 | Electrical Lab | 2 CR |
| ELEC1705 | Electricial Theory II | 4 CR |
| ELEC1707 | Electrical Safety | 1 CR |
| ELEC1713 | Construction Blueprint Reading | 2 CR |
| ELEC1714 | Conduit | 3 CR |
| ELEC1715 | Residential Wiring I | 5 CR |
| ELEC1723 | Residential Wiring II | 5 CR |
| ELEC1728 | National Electrical Code I | 4 CR |
| ELEC1746 | Power Electronics | 3 CR |
| ELEC2701 | Electric Motors I | 3 CR |
| ELEC2702 | Structured Wiring | 2 CR |
| ELEC2703 | Electric Motor Controls I | 3 CR |
| ELEC2706 | Motor Controls II | 4 CR |
| ELEC2710 | House Wiring Project I (Rough-in) | .5 CR |
| ELEC2711 | House Wiring Project II (Finish) | .5 CR |
| ELEC2717 | Transformers | 2 CR |
| ELEC2721 | Industrial Wiring | 2 CR |
| ELEC2723 | Electric Motors II | 2 CR |
| ELEC2745 | Programmable Logic Controllers I | 3 CR |
| ELEC2750 | Programmable Logic Controllers II | 3 CR |
| ELEC2780 | Commercial Wiring I | 3 CR |
| ELEC2785 | Commercial Wiring II | 3 CR |
| ELEC2790 | National Electrical Code II | 3 CR |
| GSCL1270 | Employment Search Skills | 1 CR |
| GSCM1510 | Workplace Human Relations | 2 CR |
| MATH1020 | Technical Math | 2 CR |
For in-depth information including outcomes, program fees, course descriptions, and more please visit the Electrician-Construction program page at riverland.edu.