As Northern Nevada employers continue to seek skilled workers in manufacturing, logistics, industrial maintenance, and technology fields, Western Nevada College is expanding workforce training opportunities in Fernley with a new course designed to help students build foundational electrical skills.
Beginning June 16, WNC will offer ELM 110: Basic Electricity at the Workforce Training Hub at Victory Logistics, providing local residents with hands-on training that can support careers in a variety of growing industries.
The course will meet Tuesdays and Thursdays from 6 to 9:15 p.m. from June 16 through July 30 at the Workforce Training Hub at Victory Logistics, located at 1740 N. Nevada Pacific Parkway, Suite 100, in Fernley.
ELM 110 introduces students to the fundamentals of electricity, including electrical principles, circuits, measurements, safety practices, and troubleshooting concepts used throughout industrial and manufacturing environments. The course is ideal for individuals interested in exploring careers in electrical systems, advanced manufacturing, industrial maintenance, automation, mining, logistics, and other technical fields.
The new offering is part of WNC’s broader workforce development initiatives, which provide training and certification pathways in high-demand industries throughout Northern Nevada. These programs are designed to help students gain practical skills that can lead directly to employment opportunities or career advancement.
Enrollment is open now. New students can begin by completing WNC’s online admissions application and then registering for the course through myWNC. Assistance is available through WNC’s Admissions and Records Office for those who need help with the enrollment process.
To learn more about ELM 110: Basic Electricity and other workforce training opportunities available in Fernley, visit WNC’s Fernley webpage or contact Western Nevada College at (775) 445-3000. This program is supported in whole and/or in part with federal and/or state funds provided by Nevada DETR.
Whether starting a new career or building new skills, WNC is helping connect Northern Nevadans to the workforce opportunities of tomorrow.
