Variant of the Classification of Instructional Programs (CIP) Canada 2021 Version 1.0 for Primary groupings

• 08 - Architecture, engineering, and related trades
• 46. - Construction trades
• 46.03 - Electrical and power transmission installers

46.0302 - Electrician

This instructional program class comprises any program that prepares individuals to apply technical knowledge and skills to install, operate, maintain, and repair electric apparatus and systems such as residential, commercial, and industrial electric-power wiring; and DC and AC motors, controls, and electrical distribution panels. These programs include courses in the principles of electronics and electrical systems, wiring, power transmission, safety, industrial and household appliances, job estimation, electrical testing and inspection, and applicable codes and standards.

• Illustrative example(s)

  • construction electrician
  • electrician
  • industrial electrician
  • licensed electrician
  • master electrician
  • power electrician
  • power station electrician
  • power system electrician
  • power systems electrician

  All examples

• Exclusion(s)

  • electrical and power transmission installation(46.0301)
  • electrical power lineman/linewoman(46.0303)
  • electrical repair(47.0101)
  • electrical, electronic and communications engineering technology(15.0303)
  • electromechanical technician(15.0403)
  • industrial electronics technician(47.0105)
  • power systems operator(15.1702)