Electrical Lineworker Apprentice (EL11)  Technical Certificate of Credit


Campus Locations: Americus

The Electrical Lineworker certificate program provides students with the necessary knowledge and skill to gain employment as an entry-level lineworker with electrical utility companies, both public and private. Topics include lineworker organization principles, lineworker workplace skills, lineworker automations skills, and lineworker occupational skills.

Entrance date: Each semester

Program Admission Requirements: A High School diploma or equivalent is required.
Achievement of appropriate scores on the college's placement test or submission of acceptable SAT or ACT scores are currently being waived.

Applicant must be at least 18 years of age and have a class AP License.

Credits required for graduation: 12

Curriculum Outline (12 hours)
Occupational 12
ELCR 1800

The Electrical Lineworker certificate program provides students with the necessary knowledge and skill to gain employment as an entry-level lineworker with electrical utility companies, both public and private. Topics include lineworker organization principles, lineworker workplace skills, lineworker automation skills, and line worker occupational skills. Utility companies have various physical and weight requirements and company administered tests prior to hiring.

3
ELCR 1820

This course will familiarize the student with the importance of working together and team building. Topics include basic tools in the problem solving process, change in the workplace, developing and maintaining a positive image, resume writing, and developing job interview skills.

2
ELCR 1840

This course familiarizes the student with the identification, proper use, basic electrical fundamentals, and safety and maintenance of lineworker hand and power tools. Students will be prepared to operate hydraulic and pneumatic systems.

2
ELCR 1860

This course provides an introduction to the basic skills necessary for an electrical lineworker. Topics include an understanding of ratios and proportions, blueprint reading, CSL training and testing, lineman simulations, and observation based instruction.

5
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Administrative Assistant III/Partnership Coordinator
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Economic Development Director - Americus campus
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