Electrical Construction & Engineering

Course Info

  • Electrical Construction & Engineering Level I 
  • Electrical Construction & Engineering Level II 
  • Electrical Construction & Engineering Level III 

Course Description

Level I Course Description

Students develop skills in the installation, operation, maintenance, and repair of residential and commercial electrical systems. They also study electrical theory, navigate the National Electrical Code, select and install conductors, and work with panelboards and switchboards. Students receive their first industry credential with OSHA -10. and optional certification International Code Council (ICC) - Electrical Inspector. 

Level II Course Description

Students continue developing their knowledge of industry electrical systems. Students begin to develop professional level workplace skills that prepare them  for real-world work environments.  Students also have their first opportunity to excel in leadership, community service, and skills competitions through SkillsUSA at the local level and may advance to district, state, and national events.  Industry credentials offered include ICC Energy Specialist and National Center for Construction Education & Research (NCCER) Level 1. 

Level III Course Description

Students master skills learned in the previous two years and begin training at the management level.   Skills that emphasize time management, project management, employee supervision and management, and inventory control are developed. Students at this level being to use their advanced skill set to lead and teach others. Students at this level also compete in SkillsUSA competitions and participate in leadership and community service Academy Ambassador opportunities. Industry credentials offered include ICC Inspector, NCCER - Management and Crew Leader certification.  

Career Pathway Examples for Electrical Construction & Engineering Students

BLS Info - Check it Out! 

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics employment of Electricians is projected to grow 9 percent from 2020 to 2030, as fast as average for all occupations with median pay in 2021 being $60,040 per year or $28.87 per hour. Employment of Electrical and Electronics Engineers will grow  7 percent percent from 2020-2030, as fast as average for all occupations with median pay in 201 being $101,780 per year. Solar Photovoltaic Installers earned a median pay of $47,670 in 2021 and will see job growth between 2020 -203 of 52 percent. The need for supervisors and managers will grow in the solar photovoltaic field giving rise to even better wages for those who pursue additional education and experience to be promoted. Elevator and Escalator Installers and Repairers earned a median pay of $97,860 per year in 2021 and will see job growth between 2020-2030 of 6 percent. 

Class Features

  • Residential Wiring 
  • Commercial Wiring 
  • Troubleshooting 
  • Programmable Controllers
  • Electrical Computer Programs
  • Motor Control Devices
  • Conduit & EMT Bending Equipment
  • Fire Alarm System
  • Security Systems
  • Opportunities to participate in Youth Registered Apprenticeships such as FCPS Trades for Tomorrow

Professional Certification Opportunities

  • Occupational Health and Safety Administration
    • 10 Hour
  • International Code Council - Residential Wiring Certification
  • State of Virginia Apprenticeship - First Year Exam 
  • Virginia Workplace Readiness Skills  

Supporting Organizations and Companies

  • Beckstrom Electric
  • Jim Corridon Electrical Company
  • City Electric Supply
  • Dominion Electrical Supply, Inc. 
  • Ennis Electric Company, Inc. 
  • Fairfax County Government Land Services/Building Division 
  • Fairfax County Public Schools Office of Facilities Management
  • Harbor Freight Tools 
  • Helix Electric Construction and Engineering
  • Rush Electric
  • US Army
  • Wolfe Electrical Solutions, LLC 
  • Absolute Electric

Our teacher, Mr. Wolfe, shares information about the Electrical Construction & Engineering program. 

Students' Perspectives on the Electrical Construction & Engineering Program at Edison Academy

Features

Joe Wolfe

Mr Wolfe, joined FCPS in 2016 coming from Northern Virginia Community College, where he was Senior Electrician for Facilities at the Annandale Campus. He also have been teaching at the Fairfax County Public Schools – Adult Continuing Education for the electrical apprenticeship program. In addition, Mr. Wolfe owns his own private electrical company that operates in the Northern Virginia area. Mr. Wolfe served in the U.S. Army for 8 years as a Communications Specialist, and is a military veteran. He has several licenses and trade certifications from the State of Virginia, Northern Virginia Community College and Virginia Department of Transportation. Here are a few: Virginia Master Electrician, Virginia Licensed Contractor, VDOT Aerial Lift Instructor, VDOT forklift instructor, VDOT backhoe instructor. IFMA (International Facility Managers Association) Member, P.E.A.R.L (Professional Electrical Apparatus Recyclers League) Member, Emergency Management Institute, FEMA IS-00200.b, ICS for Single Resources and Initial Action Incident, ICS-200, Emergency Management Institute, FEMA IS-00700.a, National Incident Management Systems (NIMS) Emergency Management Institute, FEMA IS-00100.HE, Introduction to the Incident Command System, ICS-100

ECE Students visit Stonewall Jackson HS

February 13, 2020
Students from the Electrical Construction and Engineering Class at Edison Academy recently visited Stonewall Jackson HS in Prince William County Schools, Manassas, Virginia, during the month of January 2020 to teach electrical conduit bending and installation to students in their Electricity program. Instructor Joe Wolfe offered the opportunity on a teacher workday to his advanced level students to help them expand their leadership experience by teaching others.

SkillsUSA

September 09, 2020
SkillsUSA is a Career and Technical Education student organization (CTESO) for students, teachers and industry who work together to ensure America has a skilled workforce both now and into the future. SkillsUSA serves middle, high and college/post-secondary school students who are preparing for careers in trade, technical, and skilled services. SkillsUSA provides competitions, leadership training, community service, scholarship opportunities and more for student members at the local, district, and national level.