Program Overview
Savannah Technical College's Electrical Technology program includes a 54-credit Electrical Technology Diploma, code ET12, and a 20-credit Electrical Construction Technician Technical Certificate of Credit, code ECJ1. The catalog lists minimum lengths of four terms for the diploma and two terms for the certificate. Both are listed among the Savannah Campus offerings at 5717 White Bluff Road. The Electrical Technology department's program page identifies in-person, hybrid and night availability across its offerings. Confirm the actual timetable and delivery format for the chosen award with the department; those options do not establish that every course is available in every format.
Curriculum Highlights
The diploma combines classroom theory with practical electrical applications. Its occupational courses cover industrial safety, direct and alternating current, electrical prints and symbols, basic and advanced commercial wiring, electric motors, electrical controls, residential wiring and photovoltaic systems. Basic coursework includes mathematics, English, professional development and computer literacy. The shorter construction technician certificate concentrates on electrical prints, safety, current fundamentals and commercial wiring. Its stated aim is preparation for electrician-assistant work related to the on-site construction of residential and commercial buildings. Comparing the two course lists helps applicants choose the breadth of training appropriate to their goals.
Admission Requirements
First-time applicants begin with the college's online application, submit transcripts and provide proof of residency. The catalog pages for both awards publish minimum Next Generation ACCUPLACER scores of 224 in reading, 236 in writing and 229 in arithmetic. Ask Admissions about the current placement process and any applicable alternatives before enrolling. Returning and transfer students follow separate instructions on the application page. For program advising, contact Electrical Technology department head James Halford at 912-443-5861; the department identifies his location as the Industrial Technology Building at Savannah.
Cost & Financial Aid
The college's 2026–2027 schedule covers associate degree, diploma and technical certificate courses. It lists tuition rates of $107 per credit for in-state students, $214 for out-of-state students and $428 for international students. Mandatory semester fees include activity, registration, insurance, instructional technology, special instruction, campus safety, printing and parking or facilities charges. The tuition rate alone is not a complete program price. Review the current schedule and ask about books, supplies and assistance for the chosen credential and enrollment plan.
Career Outcomes
The diploma addresses inspecting, maintaining, installing and repairing residential, commercial and industrial electrical systems. The construction technician certificate specifically targets electrician-assistant preparation. The department also identifies industrial electrical work and commercial apprenticeship work among relevant career directions. Discuss employer expectations and further supervised training with faculty when selecting a pathway. Completion provides the stated college credential; licensing rules and any claim of credited work experience require separate verification with the responsible authority.