Trade & Industry

At a Glance

  • Preparation as apprentice-level for employment as an electric/utility lineman.
  • Careers that can lead to journeymen lineworker or serviceworker in public or private companies.
  • Program length is two quarters if full time.

Apprentice Lineworker-Basic

DESCRIPTION:
The Apprentice Lineworker-Basic Technical Certificate of Credit is to prepare apprentice-level students for employment as an electric/utility lineman. Graduate of this program can continue on a career path leading to journeyman lineworker or serviceworker in public or private companies.

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES:
Graduates are employable as apprentice-level employment as an electric/utility lineman. 

ADMISSIONS CRITERIA:
Documentation of high school diploma or satisfaction of High School Equivalency Certificate requirement prior to graduation. 

PROGRAM COSTS: (Program costs are estimates and are subject to change)
Application fee: $15; Tuition: $848; Fees: $162; Books & Supplies: $348; Total Program Costs: $1,373

PROGRAM LENGTH:
Two quarters if full time.

Program Requirements

Credit Hours
Contact Hours
 
Occupational Courses (16 hours)
CFC
100
Safety
2
2
Provides a review of general safety rules and practices and provides students with information about state and federal regulations including OSHA Hazard Communication Standard and Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS). Emphasis is placed on electrical, fire, lifting, and ladder and scaffolding hazards. Topics include: overview of safety rules and regulations, protective equipment, barriers and barricades, flammable materials, electrical hazards, ladders and scaffolding, safety in trenches and excavations, and introduction to rigging.
ELT
119
Electricity Principles
4
5

Introduces the theory and application of varying sine wave voltages and current. Topics include: magnetism, AC wave generation, AC test equipment, inductance, capacitance, and basic transformers.

ELT
130
Basic Lineworker Skills
5
8

Provides a comprehensive summary of lineworker requirements.  Physical and mechanical ability requirements will be presented.  This course provides in-depth training and lab activity for pole climbing and all safety aspects of ground and suspended work activities.  The course also familiarizes the student with the identifcation, the proper use, and the maintenance of hand tools and power tools.  Other topics include: electrical and workplace safety and positive work ethics.

MAT
1012
Foundations of Mathematics
5
5

Emphasizes the application of basic mathematical skills used in the solution of occupational and technical problems. Topics include: fractions, decimals, fractions, percents, ratio and proportion; measurement and conversion; formula manipulation, technical applications, and basic statistics.

Credit Hours: 16
Contact Hours: 20