The Lone Star College-North Harris Electrical Technology program received an Exemplary Program Award from the National Council of Workforce Education (NCWE) for its work in preparing students to become skilled with credentials of value capable of addressing growing needs in the electrical field. LSC-North Harris earned the award in the Credit Workforce Development Program category.
"Lone Star College-North Harris is honored to be recognized nationally for our work," said Michael Burns, Ph.D., LSC-North Harris vice president, Instruction. "We are committed to providing high-quality electrical education and training programs."
The NCWE selects two colleges each year for its exemplary award based on various criteria, including potential economic impact, student outcomes and partnerships. The LSC-North Harris Electrical Technology program meets those requirements through its proactive approach to meeting industry and community needs. The program offers the education and training necessary for a city facing a labor shortage in the electrical industry and frequently affected by various challenges, including natural disasters.
"The NCWE award exemplifies our commitment to ensuring that students receive the education, training and wraparound resources they need," said Cruz Casiano, Ed.D., LSC-North Harris director, Career and Applied Technology Division. "We offer a comprehensive college-to-career experience, with holistic support designed to help students succeed."
LSC-North Harris electrical technology started in fall 2017 and boasts a 98% completion rate. Students like Brian Schepper are learning how to install, maintain and repair electrical wiring, equipment and fixtures. Schepper enrolled in the program to achieve a brighter future beyond being a busser and dishwasher.
"I have always wanted to work in the electrical field and Lone Star College-North Harris is helping me achieve that dream," said Schepper. "In the Electrical Technology Program, I am learning techniques to diagnose an electrical problem when working with generators and motors. I am confident that my time at Lone Star College will help me excel in my future career."
LSC-North Harris electrical technology is a two-year program in which students can earn an associate of applied science degree or relevant certificates. Graduates of this program are equipped with the expertise to pursue careers across a range of advanced industries, including construction and maintenance and emerging sectors driven by automation, smart systems and control technologies.
"Lone Star College-North Harris has created a program that trains electricians and develops electrical technicians who are shaping the future of the electrical industry," said Osvaldo Caballero, LSC-North Harris director, Construction Technologies.
The Lone Star College Electrical Technology program is also available at LSC-Tomball and LSC-Creekside Center. Learn more at LoneStar.edu/Electrical-Technician-AAS.
Lone Star College System enrolls over 90,000 students each semester providing high-quality, low-cost academic transfer and career training education. LSCS is training tomorrow’s workforce today and redefining the community college experience to support student success. Mario K. Castillo, J.D., serves as Chancellor of LSCS, the largest institution of higher education in the Houston area and has been named a 2024 Great Colleges to Work For® institution by the Chronicle of Higher Education. LSCS consists of eight colleges, seven centers, eight Workforce Centers of Excellence and Lone Star Corporate College. To learn more, visit LoneStar.edu.