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Electrical Applications|7 months

Power Everything

From homes to factories to solar farms, electricians keep the lights on. Learn the trade with the highest demand in America.

$61,590
Median salary
7
Months to complete
80,200
New jobs by 2033
4
Campus locations

Why Electrical Applications?

The facts speak for themselves.

Electricians have the highest job growth of any trade: 80,200 new positions by 2033.

Every building, every factory, every home needs electrical work. This trade is recession-resistant.

PLC and industrial controls training included. Most programs skip this, but it's where the highest pay is.

Renewable energy fundamentals prepare you for the fastest-growing sector in electrical work.

Curriculum

What You'll Learn

25 semester credit hours of focused, hands-on training. No filler courses, no wasted time.

ELC101Module 1

Electrical Fundamentals

Ohm's law, circuit theory, electrical safety, and basic wiring. The language of electricity.

ELC105Module 2

Residential Wiring

House wiring, panel installation, receptacles, switches, and NEC code compliance.

ELC110Module 3

Commercial Wiring

Three-phase power, conduit bending, commercial lighting, and fire alarm systems.

ELC115Module 4

Motor Controls

AC/DC motors, starters, contactors, overloads, and variable frequency drives.

ELC120Module 5

Industrial Controls & PLCs

Programmable logic controllers, ladder logic, sensors, and automated systems.

ELC125Module 6

Electrical Capstone

NEC code review, renewable energy fundamentals, and comprehensive skills assessment.

Certifications Included

NEC Code trainingOSHA safety trainingPLC programming fundamentals
Salary Data

What You Can Earn

All salary data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, May 2024 OEWS (SOC 47-2111).

$61,590
Median annual salary
Top earners (90th percentile)
80,200
New jobs by 2033

Career paths after graduation

Electrician ApprenticeMaintenance ElectricianIndustrial ElectricianSolar InstallerControls Technician

Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, May 2024 OEWS. SOC 47-2111. Actual earnings vary by location, experience, employer, and certifications.

A Typical Day

What a Training Day Looks Like

1
Morning

Code & Theory

Study NEC code, circuit design, and electrical theory. Understanding code keeps people safe.

2
Mid-Day

Wiring Lab

Wire residential panels, bend conduit, install commercial lighting, and troubleshoot circuits.

3
Afternoon

Controls & PLCs

Program PLCs, wire motor starters, and build automated control systems used in modern industry.

Flexible scheduling available: morning, afternoon, evening, weekend, and overnight options.

Graduate Stories

Real Graduates. Real Results.

"As a single mother, I needed something flexible that would actually pay the bills. I had a job offer before I even graduated. TWS gave me the balance I was looking for."

KP
Kathryn P.
Job offer before graduation

"I spent 10 years in retail management going nowhere. Seven months at TWS and I'm making more money with better hours. Should have done this a decade ago."

DL
David L.
Career changer, higher income

"The PLC and motor controls training is what got me hired. Most electrician programs skip that. TWS goes deeper because that's where the money is."

MJ
Marcus J.
Industrial Electrician
Who's Hiring

Companies That Hire TWS Graduates

Tesla
Electric Vehicles & Energy
Amazon
Data Centers & Logistics
Schneider Electric
Energy Management
IBEW Contractors
Union Electrical
Sunrun
Solar Energy
Locations & Start Dates

Train Near You

4 campuses offering Electrical Applications. New classes start every few weeks.

Tulsa, OK

2545 E 11th St, Tulsa, OK 74104

Next start: March 24, 2026
Morning · Afternoon · Evening

Jacksonville, FL

3500 Southside Blvd, Jacksonville, FL 32216

Next start: March 24, 2026
Morning · Afternoon

Houston, TX

243 Greens Rd, Houston, TX 77060

Next start: April 7, 2026
Morning · Afternoon · Evening

Dallas Metro (Irving), TX

2545 Esters Rd, Irving, TX 75062

Next start: March 24, 2026
Morning · Afternoon

Program Disclosures

Gainful Employment Information

As required by our accrediting body (ACCSC) and the U.S. Department of Education, we provide the following outcomes data for this program.

74%

Graduation Rate

91%

Job Placement Rate

$14,500

Median Student Debt

$40,200

Median Annual Earnings

70%

On-Time Completion

N/A — licensure varies by state

Licensure/Certification

Data reflects the most recent reporting period. Graduation and placement rates are calculated per ACCSC standards. Median earnings reflect reported wages of graduates within 12 months of completion. Median debt includes federal and private loans. For complete consumer information, visit tws.edu/consumer-information. Accredited by ACCSC — verify accreditation.

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