Hawkeye offers four levels of electrical apprenticeship curriculum approved by the Department of Labor for individuals who are sponsored by an employer or local business. The apprenticeship classes fulfill the 144 classroom training hours required by an approved apprenticeship program. This curriculum is offered in face-to-face and online class formats.
Electrical Apprenticeship Level 1
Level 1 face-to-face classes are offered for beginner apprentices. Online classes are also available.
Experienced apprentices may earn credit by passing the Electrical Apprenticeship Level 1 exam.
| Preparation Class and Exam |
| Class Meets | Tuesdays, 5:00–9:00pm
October 20–December 8, 2020 - October 20, 27
- November 3, 10, 17, 24
- December 1, 8
|
| Exam | December 8, 2020 at 5:00pm |
| Instructor | Tim Cross |
| Location | Cedar Falls Center |
| Cost | $475 |
| Level 1 Classes |
| Hours | 144 training hours |
| Cost | $925 |
| Date | Call 319-296-4290 for start dates. |
Electrical Level 1 Apprenticeship program topics will include:
- Electrical Fundamentals
- Electron Theory
- Magnetism
- Introduction to Electricity
- Electromagnetism
- Uses of Electromagnetism
- Electrical Circuits
- Electrical Math
- Electrical Formulas
- Series Circuits
Electrical Apprenticeship Level 2
Level 2 face-to-face classes are offered for beginner apprentices. Online classes are also available.
Experienced apprentices may earn credit by passing the Electrical Apprenticeship Level 2 exam.
| Preparation Class and Exam |
| Class Meets | Tuesdays, 5:00–9:00pm
January 5–March 9, 2021 - January 5, 12, 19, 26
- February 2, 9, 16, 23
- March 2, 9
|
| Exam Date | March 9, 2021 at 5:00pm |
| Instructor | Tim Cross |
| Location | Cedar Falls Center |
| Cost | $475 |
| Level 2 Classes |
| Hours | 144 training hours |
| Cost | $925 |
| Date | Call 319-296-4290 for start dates. |
Electrical Level 2 Apprenticeship program topics will include:
- Multi-wire Circuits
- The Electrical System
- Protection Devices
- Alternating Current
- Capacitance
- Inductions
- Power Factor and Efficiency
- Motors
- Generators
- Transformer
- Grounding and Bonding
- Article 100 Definitions
- Article 110 Requirements for Electrical Installations
Electrical Apprenticeship Level 3
Level 3 face-to-face classes are offered and online classes are also available.
| Level 3 Classes |
| Class Meets | Tuesdays and Thursdays, 5:00–9:00pm
October 1, 2020–March 25, 2021 - October 1, 8, 13, 15, 22, 27, 29
- November 5, 10, 12, 19, 24
- December 1, 3, 10, 15, 17, 22
- January 7, 12, 14, 21, 26, 28
- February 4, 9, 11, 18, 23, 25
- March 4, 9, 11, 16, 23, 25
|
| Instructor | Tim Moyer |
| Location | Cedar Falls Center |
| Cost | $925 |
Electrical Level 3 Apprenticeship topics will include:
- Article 200 - Use and Identification of Grounded Conductors
- Article 210-225 - Branch Circuits and Feeders
- Article 230 - Services
- Article 240 - Overcurrent Protection
- Article 250 - Grounding and Bonding
- Article 285 - Surge Protective Devices
- Article 300 - General Requirements for Wiring Methods and Materials
- Article 310 - Conductors for General wiring
- Article 312 - Cabinet and Cutout Boxes
- Article 314 - Outlet, Device, Pull and Junction Boxes, Conduit Bodies, and Handhole Enclosures
- Article 320-338 - Armored, Metal Clad, and Nonmetallic Sheathed Cable
- Article 340 - Underground Feeder and Branch
- Article 342-386 - Conduits, Tubing, Wireways, and Raceways
- Article 392 - Cable Trays
- Article 393 - Low Voltage Suspended Ceiling Power Distribution Systems
Electrical Apprenticeship Level 4
Level 4 face-to-face classes are offered and online classes are also available.
| Level 4 Classes |
| Class Meets | Tuesdays and Wednesdays, 5:00–9:00pm
August 26, 2020–April 14, 2021 - August 26
- September 2, 9, 16, 23, 30
- October 7, 13, 14, 21, 28
- November 4, 10, 11, 18, 24
- December 2, 9, 16, 22
- January 6, 13, 19, 20, 27
- February 3, 10, 17, 24
- March 3, 10, 17, 24, 31
- April 7, 14
|
| Instructor | Ben Wilkens |
| Location | Cedar Falls Center |
| Cost | $925 |
Electrical Level 4 Apprenticeship classes will include:
- Article 400 - Flexible Cords and Cables
- Article 402-404 - Fixture Wires and Switches
- Article 406 - Receptacles, Cord Connectors, and Attachment Plugs
- Article 408 - Switchboards, Switchgear, and Panelboards
- Article 410 - Luminaires, Lampholders and Lamps
- Article 411 - Lighting Systems Operating on 30V or less
- Article 422 - Appliances
- Article 424 - Fixed electric space-Heating
- Article 430 - Motors and Controls
- Article 440 - Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Equipment
- Article 445 - Generators
- Article 450 - Transformers
- Article 480 - Storage Batteries
- Article 500-503 - Class l, ll, and lll Hazardous Locations
- Article 547 - Agricultural Buildings
- Article 590 - Temporary Installations
- Article 680 - Swimming Pools, Spas, Hot tubs, Fountains, and Similar Installations
- Article 695 - Fire Pumps
- Article 770 - Optical Fiber Cables and Raceways
- Exam Preparation