Electrical Technician & Industrial Controls
Wire and troubleshoot industrial control circuits, sensors, motor controls and basic PLC systems.
20% theory · 80% practical
- For: Electricians who want to move into controls; DAE electrical and electronics holders
- You'll produce: Sensor and relay control circuit
- Duration4–6 months
- Modules8 modules
- Learning modeOn campus · Hybrid
- EligibilityDAE electrical/electronics or electrician experience preferred
- AssessmentPanel project + practical assessment
- Next batchDates coming soon
On Campus and Hybrid: Our Centres for This Training
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- On campusPKR 80,000or 3 × PKR 26,667
- HybridPKR 80,000or 3 × PKR 26,667
About This Training
ZEF's Electrical Technician & Industrial Controls training is a practical programme of 4–6 months covering industrial electrical systems, sensors, control circuits, motors, basic PLC, panel wiring and troubleshooting. You finish with a practical control panel project.
Why 4 to 6 months? Every batch covers the same modules, practical work and assessments. Full-time weekday batches finish in about 4 months; part-time evening or weekend batches, and learners who need extra practice before the final assessment, take up to 6 months.
Benchmarked against NAVTTC’s competency-based (NVQF) approach, about 80% practical (Electrical Technician) and the NCCER Industrial Maintenance Electrical & Instrumentation modules.
Training Outline
- 8 modules
- 8 hands-on tasks
1Industrial Electrical Systems4 topics
Topics
- Three-phase power
- Transformers
- Switchgear
- Power quality basics
You Will Be Able To
- Explain and work safely on industrial power systems
Hands-on
- Trace a plant single-line diagram
2Sensors and Instruments4 topics
Topics
- Proximity, photo and limit sensors
- Temperature and pressure instruments
- 4–20 mA signals
- Calibration
You Will Be Able To
- Install and test sensors and instruments
Hands-on
- Wire and calibrate sensors
3Control Circuits4 topics
Topics
- Relay logic
- Timers and counters
- Interlocks
- Control drawings
You Will Be Able To
- Read and wire control circuits
Hands-on
- Wire an interlocked control circuit
4Motors and Drives4 topics
Topics
- Motor control
- VFD setup
- Soft starters
- Energy efficiency
You Will Be Able To
- Set up and commission motor drives
Hands-on
- Configure a VFD for a motor
5PLC Basics4 topics
Topics
- PLC hardware
- Ladder logic
- I/O wiring
- Simple programs
You Will Be Able To
- Write and test basic PLC programs
Hands-on
- Program a conveyor sequence
6Panel Wiring4 topics
Topics
- Panel layout
- Wiring standards
- Labelling and documentation
- Testing
You Will Be Able To
- Build a control panel to drawings
Hands-on
- Build and test a control panel
7Troubleshooting4 topics
Topics
- Systematic fault-finding
- Using drawings and meters
- PLC diagnostics
- Records
You Will Be Able To
- Find faults in control systems quickly
Hands-on
- Troubleshoot faulted panels
8Practical Project1 topic
Topics
- Integrated control project under assessment
You Will Be Able To
- Deliver a working, documented control system
Hands-on
- Capstone: control panel with PLC and drive
Who It's for and Eligibility
Who It's For
- Electricians who want to move into controls
- DAE electrical and electronics holders
- Factory maintenance technicians
- People preparing for industrial work abroad
Eligibility
- DAE electrical/electronics or electrician experience preferred
- Understanding of basic electrical safety
- Safety boots required for workshop sessions
Your Path Through This Training
- LearnControl circuits, sensors and PLC fundamentals
- PracticePanel wiring and programming in the workshop
- ProveA control panel project and practical assessment
- PrepareCV, interview practice and trade-test preparation
- ProgressElectrical, panel and maintenance technician roles
What You'll Produce
Sensor and Relay Control Circuit
An automated circuit using sensors, timers and relays.
Basic PLC Program
A simple PLC program controlling a motor sequence.
Capstone: Control Panel Build
A wired, labelled and tested control panel with documentation.
Tools and Equipment You'll Use
- Proximity and photoelectric sensors
- Timers and relays
- Entry-level PLC trainers
- Panel wiring tools and ferrules
- Multimeter
- Electrical drawings
How You're Assessed
You build and test a control panel and diagnose faults on training rigs. Assessors check wiring quality, labelling, safety and logical troubleshooting. Your result is Competent or Not yet competent, with a chance to reassess.
- Assessment 1After modules 1–3
- Assessment 2After modules 4–6
- Final assessmentAfter all 8 modules, for your certificate
Career Pathway
Roles in Pakistan
- Electrical Technician
- Panel Technician
- Maintenance Technician
- Automation Assistant
International
- GCC manufacturing
- UK/EU maintenance
- International factories
Subject to employer, licensing, visa and qualification-recognition requirements.
Opportunities in Pakistan and Abroad
- 727,381Pakistanis registered for jobs abroad in 2024Source: BE&OE
- $38.3 billionsent home by overseas Pakistanis in 2024-25Source: State Bank of Pakistan
- 62%of workers going abroad in 2024 went to Saudi ArabiaSource: BE&OE
Where the Jobs Are
Live listings for “electrical technician”. Opens the job site.| Country | Demand | Find jobs |
|---|---|---|
| Pakistan | See live listings | Rozee.pk LinkedIn Indeed |
| Saudi Arabia | 452,562Pakistani workers who went there in 2024 | Bayt LinkedIn Indeed |
| Oman | 81,587Pakistani workers who went there in 2024 | Bayt LinkedIn Indeed |
| United Arab Emirates | 64,130Pakistani workers who went there in 2024 | Bayt LinkedIn Indeed |
| Qatar | 40,818Pakistani workers who went there in 2024 | Bayt LinkedIn Indeed |
| Bahrain | 25,198Pakistani workers who went there in 2024 | Bayt LinkedIn Indeed |
Overseas figures: all occupations, 2024, Bureau of Emigration & Overseas Employment (BE&OE). They show where Pakistani workers find jobs abroad, not vacancies for this training.
What the Same Job Pays Abroad
Official pay figures for electrician roles in four countries that recruit skilled workers.
| Country and job | Pay (local) | ≈ US$ a year | ≈ Rs a month |
|---|---|---|---|
| USAElectricians | US$63,190 a year (median)US Bureau of Labor Statistics, May 2025 | ≈ US$ a year: $63k | ≈ Rs a month: Rs 1,464,000 |
| CanadaIndustrial electrician | C$42 an hour (median)Job Bank, Government of Canada, 2023-2024 | ≈ US$ a year: $61k | ≈ Rs a month: Rs 1,420,000 |
| AustraliaElectricians | A$2,191 a week (median, full time)Jobs and Skills Australia, May 2025 | ≈ US$ a year: $80k | ≈ Rs a month: Rs 1,843,000 |
| United KingdomElectrician | £26,000–£45,000 a yearUK National Careers Service, 2026 | ≈ US$ a year: $35k–60k | ≈ Rs a month: Rs 800,000–1,384,000 |
Employee pay before tax: medians, or starter-to-experienced ranges (UK). Hourly and weekly medians are shown for a full-time year (2,080 hours or 52 weeks). Converted at European Central Bank reference rates (6 Oct 2026) and Rs 278 per US dollar. Living costs abroad are much higher than in Pakistan. Working abroad is subject to employer, licensing, visa and qualification-recognition requirements.
Jobs in Each Country
Electrician: how many people do this job, openings, the outlook and the usual way in, from official labour statistics.
- USAElectricians
- People employed (2025)
- 821,000
- Openings a year
- 72,700
- Average pay a month
- US$5,270≈ Rs 1,464,000
- Outlook
- 9% (Much faster than average), 2025–35
- Experience
- No prior work experience needed
- Usual entry
- High school diploma or equivalent
- CanadaIndustrial electrician
- People employed (2023)
- 35,600
- Average pay a month
- C$7,280≈ Rs 1,420,000
- Outlook
- Moderate risk of shortage, 2024–2033
Counts are for the whole occupation in that country, not vacancies for ZEF students. Average pay is the official median (or the middle of the UK range) shown above, per month before tax.
Employers in This Field
Examples of organisations in Pakistan and abroad that employ people in this role. This is not a list of current vacancies: check each company’s careers page.
- K-ElectricPakistan
- NESPAKPakistan
- Descon EngineeringPakistan
- Saudi Electricity CompanySaudi Arabia
- Saudi AramcoSaudi Arabia
- Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA)UAE
- KahramaaQatar
- SiemensInternational
- ABBInternational
- Schneider ElectricInternational
Company websites, checked October 2026.
These are published national figures and market benchmarks to help you plan, not a promise of a job or income. What you earn depends on your skills, experience, employer and city. Subject to employer, licensing, visa and qualification-recognition requirements.
Questions
How is this different from Industrial Automation & PLC?
This training builds strong control-wiring skills with an introduction to PLCs. Industrial Automation & PLC goes deeper into programming, HMI and SCADA. Many learners take this training first.
Do I need electrical experience?
A DAE or some electrician experience is strongly recommended, because the training builds on basic electrical skills. Beginners should start with Industrial Electrician.
Is the training on real equipment?
Yes. You wire real sensors, relays, timers and PLC trainers in the workshop, and every practical is supervised.
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