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Telecommunications Voice Data Video Installer Technician Apprenticeship
Program Number: 504512
Your Degree:
Apprenticeship
Area of Study:
Construction, Manufacturing and Maintenance
Delivery Method:
100% In Person
Estimated Time to Complete:
12 Credits | Finish paid training and class time in 3 years
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Estimated Program Cost

$1,974.00
  • Program Overview

    Work Description

    Teledata communications technicians design, integrate, install and provide field maintenance and service on products that transport voice, video, audio and data signals in commercial or residential premises; capture and display signals; and use signals to contact electrical apparatus. They work for a variety of companies including alarm, security or home automation companies, data cabling companies, home theater designers, sound and communication contractors, systems integrators telecommunications or electrical contractors with data communications divisions.

    Working Conditions

    Teledata work can be indoors or outdoors with less exposure to inclement weather. The strenuous work requires standing for extended periods in cramped or uncomfortable positions. Safety procedures are strictly enforced while working with high voltage or in high places and have greatly reduced and prevented electrical injuries from electrical shock, falls and cuts.

    Training

    • 3-year training program
    • 6,000 hours of on-the-job training
    • 432 hours of paid related instruction

    Learn more from the Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development.

    Program Details

    Telecommunications Voice Data Video Installer Technician Apprenticeship classes may be offered at these Madison College campuses:

    • Madison - Commercial Avenue
  • Curriculum and Experience

    Prospective program students, the information below reflects the basic requirements for students admitted for the 2024-2025 academic year. To learn more about Madison College, visit us.

    Current and newly admitted program students, go directly to your Degree Progress Report to view:

    • Progress toward your specific requirements
    • Alternative (in lieu of) courses to meet specific requirements

    If you have questions after reviewing your degree progress report (advisement report), please see Advising Services.

    First Semester
    50-451-591
    2 credits
    Second Semester
    50-451-592
    2 credits
    Third Semester
    50-451-593
    2 credits
    Fourth Semester
    50-451-594
    2 credits
    Fifth Semester
    50-451-595
    2 credits
    Sixth Semester
    50-451-590
    2 credits
  • Admission

    How to Apply to Voice, Data, Video Apprenticeship

    The application procedure for union VDV apprenticeship is handled by the Building Trades Council of South Central Wisconsin (the application does not go through Madison College). You may also contact:

    Madison Electrical Joint Apprenticeship Committee
    4903 Commerce Court
    McFarland, WI
    608.221.3321

    Application Requirements

    • Applicants must be at least 18 years of age
    • High school diploma or equivalent
    • Algebra with a passing grade of “C” or higher or equivalent.
    • Valid driver's license or reliable transportation
  • Career Outcomes

    • Graduate Summary

      Graduate Report Summary Overview

      202120222023
      Number of Program Graduates283
      Number of Surveys Sent
      Number of Surveys Returned
      Percent of Surveys Returned
      Available for Employment000
      Percent Available for Employment
      Not in Labor Market
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      Available for Employment

      202120222023
      Graduates Employed000
      Percent of Graduates Employed
      Employed in Related Occupation000
      Percent Employed in Related Occupation
      Employed in Unrelated Occupation000
      Percent Employed in Unrelated Occupation
      Employed - No Response000
      Percent Employed - No Response
      Seeking Employment000
      Percent Seeking Employment
      Reaction To Training at Madison College

      202120222023
      Student satisfaction Mean (Out of 4)000
      Number of Satisfaction Responses000
      Very Satisfied (4)000
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      Satisfied (3)000
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      Unsatisfied (2)000
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      Very Unsatisfied (1)
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      Primary Reason for Attending Madison College

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      Number of Primary Reason Responses000
      Preparation for Getting a Job
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      When Employment was Obtained

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      Number of When Employment Obtained Responses000
      Before Enrollment000
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      While Attending the College000
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      After Training at the College000
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      Location of Employment (related and unrelated)

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      Number of Employment Location Responses000
      In College District000
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      In Wisconsin, Not in District000
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      Outside of Wisconsin000
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      Employer Location Unknown000
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Contact the School of Technologies and Trades

Madison Truax Campus
Main Building, A2105

1701 Wright Street
Madison, Wisconsin 53704

tandt@madisoncollege.edu
608.246.6800

Hours

Monday - Thursday: 8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Friday: 8:00 am - 4:30 pm (phone or email only)