Electric Utility Lineworker Certificate

Program Requirements

• CDT 250 - Commercial License Prep Credits: 1
• CDT 255 - Commercial Behind the Wheel Credits: 17
• CPD 104 - Career and Personal Development Credits: 3
• ELT 101 - Basic Electricity Credits: 4
• ELT 141 - Electrical Apparatus Credits: 4
• ELT 201 - Introduction to Linework I Credits: 2
• ELT 202 - Field Training I (Lineworker) Credits: 6
• ELT 211 - Introduction to Linework II Credits: 2
• ELT 212 - Field Training II (Lineworker) Credits: 6
• EMS 120 - Basic First Aid, CPR and AED Credits: .5
• MAT 100 - Technical Mathematics Credits: 3
• PPT 120 - Energy Industry Fundamentals Credits: 3

Program Outcomes

Upon successful completion of the Electric Utility Lineworker Certificate program, the learner will be able to:

1. Explain application of linework equipment, tools, techniques, and safety practices.
2. Demonstrate linework utility truck operation, equipment, tools, techniques, and safety practices
3. Demonstrate basic AC and DC electrical principles.
4. Review the history, regulations, and components of the electrical industry.
5. Develop skills, materials, and industry connections for successful employment.
6. Demonstrate knowledge of commercial driving theory and regulations, a pre-trip inspection, and road test skills.