Course Descriptions
College 101 10890101 Students will utilize digital tools and resources to assess , explore , practice , apply , and evaluate both employability and learning skills . By establishing NWTC cultural values as hallmarks of success in academic , career , and personal settings the course encourages reflective , personalized development of a growth mindset and emphasizes the importance of making wise choices . To maximize the return on investment , students should take this course in their first semester as it identifies key expectations ( hidden rules ) of higher learning and professional employment . Course Typically Offered : Summer Fall Spring
Math-Algebra / Trades 10804312 Signed numbers , order of operations , scientific notation , metric units / measurement , calculator operations , algebra , introductory trigonometry , Pythagorean Theorem , solving right triangles . ( Prerequisite : Next Gen Arith score greater / equal to 237 AND Rdg score greater / equal to 237 ; OR TABE A 9 / 10 Math greater / equal to 9.2 AND Rdg greater / equal to 8.3 ; OR TABE 11 / 12 Math greater / equal to 602 AND Rdg greater / equal to 567 ; OR ACT Math score greater / equal to 14 AND ACT Rdg score greater / equal to 15 ; OR prep courses-contact academic advisor 920-498-5444 ) Course Typically Offered : Summer
Line Elec Field Trng 1 31413330 This course introduces students to a career as a line electrician . Students will learn pole climbing techniques , operate digger derrick trucks and bucket trucks , design and construction of single phase power distribution systems . CPR and First Aid certifications are received in this course . Course Typically Offered : Summer
Electricity-Basic 31413353 Basic electricity : fundamental laws and circuit analysis . ( Prerequisites : Accepted into Electrical Power Distribution ) Course Typically Offered : Summer
Line Electrician-Safety 1 31413362 This course introduces students to industry safety manuals , rules , and definitions . Students will also learn safety procedures for hand and power tool use , ladders , scaffolds , pole climbing , digger derrick trucks , bucket trucks and work zone safety and setup . Students will perform related accident reviews . ( Prerequisite : Accepted into Electrical Power Distribution ; Corequisite : 10-804-312 , Math-Algebra Trades ) Course Typically Offered : Summer
CDL Preparation Training 10413350 This course is designed to prepare students for the Wisconsin Class A Commercial Drivers License ( CDL ) pre-trip inspection . Preparation will also be given for taking the State DOT written test including general knowledge , air brakes and combination vehicles . ( Prerequisite : Accepted into Gas Utility Construction & Service , Electrical Power Distribution , or Telecommunications programs ) Course Typically Offered : Summer
Line Elec-Const Standards 31413335 This course teaches students distribution standards for overhead , underground , primary , secondary , clearances , code requirements , map / diagram reading and safe work practices . Course Typically Offered : Fall
Line Elec Field Trng 2-A 31413336 This course focuses on the installation of underground lines and equipment , underground troubleshooting , and trencher operation . Students will also learn the construction and design of single phase transformers . ( Prerequisite : 31-413-330 , Line Electrician Field Training 1 ) Course Typically Offered : Fall
Line Elec Field Trng 2-B 31413337 This course provides an introduction to overhead three phase construction , electrical power line equipment ; capacitors , regulators and OCR ' s , three phase transformer design and construction , protective grounds and pole top and buck truck rescue techniques . ( Corequisite : 31-413-336 , Line Electrician Field Training 2-A ) Course Typically Offered : Fall
Line Elec-Safety 2 31413364 Students will learn safety procedures in underground systems , trencher operation , single phase transformers , overhead three phase construction , electrical power line equipment ; capacitor , regulators and OCR ' s , three phase transformer design and construction , protective grounds and pole top and buck truck rescue techniques . Students will perform related accident reviews . ( Prerequisite : 31-413-362 , Line Electrician-Safety 1 ) Course Typically Offered : Fall
Communicating-Writing 31801385 Writing techniques , memos , letters , descriptions , instructions , and the job-seeking process ( Prerequisite : Next Gen Reading score greater / equal to 237 AND Writing score greater / equal to 237 ; OR ACT Reading score greater / equal to 15 AND English score greater / equal to 16 ; OR preparatory courses-contact an academic advisor at 920-498-5444 ) Course Typically Offered : Summer Fall Spring
Electricity-Linepersons 31413355 Electric power / energy , three-phase voltage generation , three-phase circuit power , transformer operation principles , transformer connections , and safety practices in high voltage applications . ( Prerequisite : 31- 413-353 , Electricity-Basic ) Course Typically Offered : Fall
Line Elec Field Trng 3 31413332 This course provides training in transmission , substation operations and maintenance , customer metering , low voltage construction , street lighting , and use of tree trimming methods and tools . ( Prerequisite : 31-413-337 , Line Electrician Field Training 2-B ) Course Typically Offered : Spring
Line Elec-Safety 3 31413361 This course provides safety procedures in transmission , substation , metering , low voltage construction , and tree trimming methods and tools . Students will also perform related accident reviews . ( Prerequisite : 31-413-364 Line Electrician-Safety 2 ) Course Typically Offered : Spring
Communicating Effectively 31801386 Interpersonal communication , including the function of interpersonal communication , listening techniques , perception , non-verbal communication , language , self-concept , conflict resolution and customer service . ( Prerequisite : One of the following or the equivalent : Cumulative GPA of 2.6 or greater ; satisfactory reading assessment scores or 10-838-105 , Intro to Reading & Study Skills with " B " or better ).
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