WHAT DOES A CONSTRUCTION ELECTRICIAN DO?
- installs, constructs, alters, repairs, maintains, tests, services, calibrates, and operates related electrical and electronic systems in any residential, construction or large industrial projects
- ensures that all electrical connections are safe and meet the standards set by the electrical code
WHAT DO I NEED TO START?
- entering grade 11 or 12
- good employability skills
- strong interest in entering industry
- strong math skills are an asset
WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS?
- post-secondary apprenticeship training without the tuition fee
- scholarship opportunities
- 20 graduation credits
- community-based work experience placements
- building connections with industry employers
- Apprenticeship Technical Training Level 1 Certification
- Student registered with SkilledTradesBC
WHEN AND WHERE IS THE PROGRAM OFFERED?
This program is offered at two of our schools:
- Attend Burnaby Mountain Secondary School full-time, Semester 1
- attend current school to complete other courses for graduation in Semester 2
- Work Experience placements are undertaken as available September through June
OR
- Attend Byrne Creek Community School for extended afternoons on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday (12:35 – 4:20pm)
- attend current school during mornings to complete other courses for graduation
- Work Experience placements are undertaken as available September through June
HOW DO I REGISTER?
- submit an application package
- participate in an interview
For more information,
Contact your School Career Advisor
or email CareerEducation@burnabyschools.ca
or email CareerEducation@burnabyschools.ca