September 3, 2024

BO Electrical Training: Not Just Keeping Current, Setting Standard

Part III in a series that looks at the evolving nature of the electrical industry

 

As the electrical industry evolves, Building Omaha continues to keep pace with innovation, educating and employing electrical professionals who do not just maintain current practices but also anticipate future needs.

For years, Building Omaha’s electrical education has encompassed the standardized education programs developed by the Electrical Training ALLIANCE. The largest apprenticeship and training program of its kind, it produces the best electrical workers in the industry.

Two years ago, Building Omaha opened its state-of-the-art training facility to match the needs of a fast-growing city full of massive construction projects. Up to 700 students can now pursue an electrical career.

Now, Building Omaha is adding augmented reality (AR) programs to its curriculum. Learning is limitless with AR. Through countless simulated electrical scenarios, students can go anywhere in the world, “walk” on any job site, and work on any type of project.

AR benefits are many:

  1.     Virtual education allows Building Omaha to train all apprentices in countless conditions. For instance, students can work on wind turbines, a renewable energy sector that is expected to see a 68% increase in the next few years. Or they can work solar photovoltaic installation jobs, another green energy sector with an expected 52% employment increase.
  2.     Virtual education is a safe way to explore a wide range of electrical situations and challenges. For instance, apprentices can test a three-phase disconnect switch: testing the leads to check for voltage, pulling a bad fuse, and locking out disconnect.
  3.     Virtual education permits for immediate instructor feedback rather than waiting for supervisors and contractors to review work and provide correction. Step-by-step guidance is part of the learning process.

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According to the U.S. Department of Labor Statistics, the electrical field is anticipated to grow by 9% by 2030, and our country will need 80,000 new electricians every year to keep the U.S. humming. So, the perfect time to explore careers in the high-demand, lucrative electrical field is NOW.

Be a part of this exciting, secure future with Building Omaha.  Propel your career to a future that includes clean, renewable energy with Building Omaha.

Building Omaha is a partnership between the National Electrical Contractors Association (NECA) and the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW).