Assabet Community Education
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Assabet Community Education – Marlborough, MA
Program Information
Assabet Community Education provides one of the most thorough and accessible electrician training pathways in Massachusetts through its multi-tiered Electrical Program. Designed for adult learners seeking to enter or advance within the electrical trade, the program delivers a structured progression across three levels: Journeyman #1, Journeyman #2, and Journeyman #3. Each level builds on the previous one, guiding students from foundational electrical concepts all the way to advanced systems knowledge required for licensure as a Massachusetts Journeyman Electrician.
The curriculum is aligned with state regulatory requirements and focuses on both theoretical understanding and real-world applications. Students study electrical safety, basic circuitry, AC and DC theory, blueprint reading, motors, transformers, grounding, bonding, overcurrent protection, special equipment, and the Massachusetts Electrical Code. As students move into advanced levels, the instruction expands to include complex electrical calculations, service installations, low-voltage systems, fire alarm fundamentals, controls, motor theory, and commercial electrical layouts. This ensures graduates are capable of working confidently on residential, commercial, and light industrial systems.
Hands-on practice is a core component of Assabet’s training. Students work with real wiring components, panels, conduit bending equipment, breakers, controls, and testing instruments. Lab sessions simulate job-site scenarios so students gain practical experience installing circuits, terminating conductors, troubleshooting electrical faults, and practicing code-compliant installation techniques. This balance of classroom knowledge and guided practical work provides the depth required to pass state licensing exams and transition directly into apprenticeships or electrical assistant positions.
Assabet Community Education is well regarded among Massachusetts trades programs for its experienced instructors, many of whom are licensed electricians, inspectors, or industry professionals with decades of field experience. Their insights help students understand how electrical theory applies to modern construction, safety practices, and state inspections. The program also emphasizes professionalism, workplace safety, electrical documentation, and communication skills, which are essential for those entering the trade.
Program Length
- Each Journeyman level typically spans several months
- Total duration depends on the number of levels completed and student pace
- Programs include both classroom instruction and hands-on lab hours
Hands-On Training
Students receive structured, instructor-led practical training that includes:
- Wiring residential and commercial circuits according to code
- Using meters, testers, and diagnostic equipment
- Installing panels, breakers, switches, lighting circuits, and receptacles
- Learning conduit bending and routing techniques
- Practicing motor control wiring and troubleshooting
- Hands-on exposure to transformers, grounding systems, and overcurrent protection
Program Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED
- Basic understanding of math and electrical principles
- Reliable attendance and commitment to completing coursework
Certifications & Career Opportunities
- Training fulfills educational hours applicable toward Massachusetts Journeyman Electrician licensure
- Preparation for entry-level roles such as electrical apprentice or electrical helper
- Opportunities in residential wiring, commercial electrical work, maintenance, and facilities operations
- Strong pathway toward Journeyman and Master Electrician roles with experience
Location
Assabet Community Education
215 Fitchburg Street
Marlborough, MA 01752
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