This chart is designed to help students and parents understand the educational and physical expectations and/or recommendations for the CAP Electrical Technology program at Lehigh Career & Technical Institute.
Program Safety & Physical Considerations
- Ability of a high degree of self-discipline and focus needed for safety around moving equipment, hand tools, power tools, and other equipment found in the industry
- Due to the risk of electrical shock and fire hazards, using equipment requires self-discipline and strict adherence to rules to ensure safety of self and others
- Ability to work in all weather conditions
- Physical strength and stamina with the ability to lift 50 lbs overhead
- No fear of heights or working in closed spaces
- Ability to work in dust, dirt, and debris, loud and sometimes startling noises, ongoing background noise, moving people and equipment
- Ability to work in small spaces, interior or exterior work factors/environmental factors, scaffolding and ladders
Essential Aptitudes Recommended
- Eye/hand/foot coordination
- Finger dexterity
- Manual dexterity, multi-limb coordination while standing, sitting, or lying down
- Arm and hand steadiness
- Visual color discrimination
- Spatial relations
Reading & Language Arts Levels
- College Prep Reading and Language Arts (text and manuals written on a 12th grade level)
- Technical reading and writing skills
- Adequate oral and written communication skills
- Follow oral and written instructions
Math Level
- Basic Math Level
- College Prep Algebra I
- College Prep Geometry
- Ability to estimate and measure size, distances, and quantities; and determine time, costs, resources or materials needed to perform a work activity
- Ability to calculate and use electrical mathematical concepts and properties
End of Year – 12th Grade Assessment Test
- NOCTI
Industry Certifications
- Students will have the opportunity to earn industry certifications in the program
Program Requirements & Related Costs
- Work Shirt: $7
- Work Pants: $10
- Work boots: $25-50
Cooperative Education
- Students who meet all the requirements, including teacher recommendation, grades, attendance, and discipline record
- Students must provide their own transportation to and from the job site
Articulation Agreements
- Lehigh Carbon Community College
- Statewide Articulation Agreements
Other Skills
- Ability to work independently and in teams to complete projects
- Problem solving skills
- Attention to details
- Ability to read and comprehend blueprints, technical drawings, and measuring instruments
- Danger of electrical shock