Printed : 12 / 17 / 2021 Academic Year 2022-2023
Program Code 314132
Quali�ed line technicians are needed to install , maintain , and operate the complex network of power lines and cables that supply electric energy to residential , commercial , and industrial customers . Electrical Power Distribution prepares students with classroom and hands-on training in all phases of power line construction and maintenance . Students must be willing to work in a diverse work environment in all weather conditions and be comfortable at heights .
Curriculum : Students following the study plan below will complete the Electrical Power Distribution technical diploma in the number of semesters shown .
First Semester
10-890-101 College 101 10-804-312 Math-Algebra / Trades 31-413-330 Line Elec Field Trng 1 31-413-353 Electricity-Basic 31-413-362 Line Electrician-Safety 1 10-413-350 CDL Preparation Training Semester Total
1 2 5 1 1 1
11.00
FT Median Annual Wage With 87 % Employed in Field
Second Semester
This program is offered at : Green Bay �
Apply at www . nwtc . edu / apply . Submit the following to transcripts @ nwtc . edu : • High school transcript ( or GED / HSED transcript ). • College transcript .
31-413-335 Line Elec-Const Standards 31-413-336 Line Elec Field Trng 2-A 31-413-337 Line Elec Field Trng 2-B 31-413-355 Electricity-Linepersons 31-413-364 Line Elec-Safety 2 31-801-385 Communicating-Writing Semester Total
Third Semester
31-413-332 Line Elec Field Trng 3 31-413-361 Line Elec-Safety 3 31-801-386 Communicating Effectively 10-606-112 Computer Apps for Technicians Semester Total
Total Credits
1 5 5 2 1 1
15.00
5 1 1 1 8.00
34.00
Be able to obtain a commercial driver ’ s license .
Place satisfactorily in the NWTC mathematics examination . Students should have mastered basic math skills . For a description of Basic Math , see the Basic Education section of catalog .
Curriculum Note : The credit for 10-890-101 , College 101 is an institutional requirement for graduation . Consequently , it is not part of the program credit requirements , but must be passed with a C or better .
If your cumulative GPA is below 2.6 , complete or submit a placement evaluation . Must be able to obtain a commercial driver ’ s license .
A waitlist often forms for this program . Learn more by contacting one of our Admissions Advisors .
Utilize relevant personal protective equipment to safely perform speci�c work Apply electrical theory to electric power systems Communicate technical information Identify sub-station components Work comfortably at heights Climb poles and towers Operate electrical power equipment
Assist in basic meter reading and testing of meter base
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