Wallace Community College

Wallace Community College – Electrical Technology

Programs Offered

• Electrical Technology (Certificate and Associate of Applied Science) – Residential, Commercial & Industrial Systems

Program Overview

Wallace Community College’s Electrical Technology program is designed to equip students with the skills needed to install, operate, maintain and repair electric apparatus and systems across residential, commercial and industrial environments. Students study the principles of electronics and electrical systems, wiring methods, power transmission, safety protocols, motors (AC & DC), controls, testing and inspection in alignment with the National Electrical Code. Graduates may begin work as electricians, electrical technicians or control/instrumentation specialists.

Hands-On Training

The training includes lab and workshop experiences where students perform wiring, panel installation, motor control set-ups, and electrical testing under real-world conditions. Emphasis is placed on safe tool use, code-compliant installations, and system troubleshooting — ensuring graduates are ready for field environments.

Certification & Licensing Prep

• Instruction in NEC code standards and safe work practices prepares students for entry into apprenticeship or journeyman electrician tracks.
• Laboratory projects replicate residential and industrial electrical systems, giving students the experience common to licensed electrician work.

Career Paths & Salary Outlook

• Electrician Apprentice/Helper — assist licensed electricians in installation and maintenance of wiring systems.
• Control Technician/Industrial Electrician — focus on motors, wiring panels and automation in manufacturing or large facilities.
• Journeyman Electrician — with sufficient field hours and licensing, graduates move into independent electrician roles with higher earnings.

Program Length

• Certificate in Electrical Technology: Typically ~1 year of full-time study
• Associate of Applied Science (A.A.S.) in Electrical Technology: Typically ~2 years of full-time study

Admission Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED
• Basic math and reading skills suitable for technical training and wiring work
• Comfort working in hands-on, workshop and field-based environments

Cost & Financial Aid

Wallace Community College is a public institution offering affordable tuition and financial aid for eligible students. Students may apply for federal aid (FAFSA), state grants, and scholarship funding. The program’s structure makes it a cost-effective pathway into the electrical trades compared to many private technical schools.

Location

Located in Dothan, Alabama, Wallace Community College serves the Wiregrass region with strong technical training programs. The campus features modern electrical labs and equipment, and the program is aligned with local employer demand in residential construction, commercial wiring, and industrial systems maintenance.

Wallace Community College – Automotive Technology Program

Programs Offered

• Automotive Technology (Certificate and Associate of Applied Science) – Vehicle Diagnostics, Engine Repair, Electrical Systems, Alternative Fuels

Program Overview

The Automotive Technology program at Wallace Community College trains students for careers in dealership service centers, independent repair shops, and fleet maintenance. The curriculum combines classroom theory with hands-on work in a fully equipped auto shop where students learn diagnostic procedures, engine and drivetrain repair, electrical and electronic systems on modern vehicles, and work with both gasoline and alternative-fuel vehicles.

Hands-On Training

Students spend time in live-vehicle labs working on engine components, electrical systems, brakes, fuel injection, and hybrid/alternative-fuel systems. Diagnostic tools, computer-based systems and traditional repair skills are all integrated into the training, so graduates are comfortable with current industry expectations.

Certification & Licensing Prep

• Training is aligned with ASE (Automotive Service Excellence) certification areas including Brakes, Electrical/Electronic Systems, Engine Performance.
• Focus on modern vehicles and technology ensures students are ready for entry-level automotive technician jobs with good advancement opportunities.

Career Paths & Salary Outlook

• Automotive Service Technician – Diagnosing and repairing vehicles in dealerships or independent shops.
• Electrical Vehicle Technician – With increasing alternative-fuel and electric vehicle technology, specialization skills add value.
• Shop Foreman or Service Manager – With experience and certifications, graduates may move into supervisory or management roles.

Program Length

• Certificate in Automotive Technology: Approximately 1 year full-time
• Associate of Applied Science (A.A.S.) in Automotive Technology: Typically 2 years full-time

Admission Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED
• Basic math and reading skills required for diagnostics and technical work
• Students may be subject to a background check and drug screening (program-specific policy may apply)

Cost & Financial Aid

As a public community college, Wallace Community College provides affordable tuition rates and financial assistance options including federal aid, state grants, and automotive-industry scholarships. The program emphasizes value and return-on-investment for students seeking technician careers.

Location

Based in Dothan, Alabama, the college’s automotive technology labs reflect real-world service bays and equip students to enter the automotive industry in the Wiregrass region and beyond. With growing demand for vehicle technicians, the program gives students a practical path to employment.

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