Electrical Power Distribution
Program Number: 31-413-2
School Year: 2013-2014
Technical Diploma (1 year)
Campus: Beaver Dam
Program Description
The Electrical Power Distribution program provides theoretical and hands-on training in all phases of power line construction and maintenance. Individuals must have: the ability to work in a diverse work environment, the ability to work at heights and in all weather conditions, good eyesight and hearing, and manual dexterity to be successful in a career as a line mechanic. A Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) is included in the program.
This technical diploma program prepares students for entry-level employment as line technician trainees for electrical utilities, telephone companies and related businesses. Graduates of the program may enter their employer’s apprentice program.
Statewide Salary Range for Recent Graduates
$20,798 $67,439
Approximate Costs
- $122.20 per credit (resident)
- $183.30 per credit (out-of-state resident)
- *Online students are not charged out-of-state fees.
Program Outcomes
- Apply safety rules to electrical power distribution work activities.
- Construct overhead electrical distribution systems.
- Construct underground electrical distribution systems.
- Demonstrate the required physical skills for a line worker.
- Integrate electrical theory fundamentals with electrical distribution needs.
- Operate equipment associated with electrical power distribution.
- Utilize both hands to perform pole work.
- Work within a diverse team setting.
- Construct overhead electrical transmission system.
- Construct single and three-phase service voltages.
Career Opportunities
- Apprentice Line Worker
- Apprentice High-Voltage Line Technician
- Apprentice Substation Maintenance Mechanic
- Apprentice Electrician
- URD Installer
- Line Construction Worker
- Electrical Meter Reader
- Pole Inspection Worker
- Line Clearance Technician
Entrance Scores
| Assessment Area | ACT | ACCUPLACER |
|---|---|---|
| English/Sentence Skills | 15 | 60 |
| Reading/Reading Comprehension | 16 | 67 |
| Math/Arithmetic | 15 | 34 |
Admission Process
- Submit the college admission application.
- Submit the $30 one-time fee.
- Submit high school and other official college transcripts.
- Take the college assessment test (ACCUPLACER, ACT or other). The ACCUPLACER assessment can be taken at MPTC.
- Meet with Admissions to discuss order of courses and prerequisites (required for this program).
- Check with Admissions if any additional steps are required.
Please visit the Admissions page for general information.
Courses
| Number | Title | Crs |
|---|---|---|
| Term 1 | ||
| 103-159 | **Computer Literacy - Microsoft Office | 1 |
| 413-103 | Commercial Driver's License (CDL) Preparation | 1 |
| 413-307 | Electrical Theory and Safety 1 | 3 |
| 413-309 | Line Technician 1 | 5 |
| 413-310 | Line Technician 2 | 5 |
| 804-363 | Algebraic Applications for Electrical Trades | 2 |
| 809-300 | Occupational Success Strategies | 2 |
| 890-101 | **College 101 | 2 |
| Total | 21 | |
| Term 2 | ||
| 413-311 | Line Technician 3 | 5 |
| 413-312 | Line Technician 4 | 5 |
| 413-317 | Electrical Theory and Safety 2 | 3 |
| 413-142 | Introduction to Electrical Substation | 3 |
| 806-375 | Applied Science | 2 |
| Total | 18 | |
| Total Program Credits and Institutional Requirements | 39 | |
Exit Assessment
A Capstone Project/Demonstration is the exit assessment graduation requirement for the program.
Institutional Requirements
** The credits for 103-159 Computer Literacy-Microsoft Office and 890-101 College 101 are Institutional Requirements for graduation. Consequently, they are not part of the program credit requirements.
Additional Program Requirements
Students will need a physical prior to beginning this program.
Academic Planner
Transfer Opportunities
Check out the Credit Transfers page for more information.
Additional Information
Students must purchase a tool kit for this program (approximately $1,500). A field experience day is held in fall and/or spring to give applicants an opportunity to learn about careers, job opportunities and endurance expectations and to experience pole climbing. A clean driving record is required for employment in this field.
A Commercial Driver's License Skill Test (413-403) is highly recommended for this program.
All 413-xxx EPD courses listed above are restricted to EPD program students.