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This major prepares students for hands-on entry level positions with power and utility companies that generate, transmit, and distribute electrical power. Students will learn fundamental concepts of electricity, and modern methods of generation, distribution and the use of electricity in electrical equipment. Students will gain hands-on skills in the use of electrical test equipment, operation of power equipment to install poles and anchors, and the safe installation of electrical distribution equipment including transformers and cables.

Career Opportunities

This major prepares graduates for positions such as utility lineman, installer, inspector, electrical troubleshooter, transmission system technician, and sub-station maintenance technician.

Recommended High School Subjects

Two or more years of algebra, trigonometry, physics, and communications are recommended. Vocational courses are desirable but not required.

Special Admissions Requirements

This major is restricted to PPL employees only.

Remediation Strategies

Students should remediate any math, English, or reading developmental requirements in the first year of enrollment.

Transfer Procedures

Graduates may continue in the Technology Management (BTM) or Building Automation Technology (BBT) major to complete a four-year bachelor of science degree.

This major is subject to the transfer standards established by the College (see http://www.pct.edu/catalog/TransferringCredits.htm ). Exceptions must be approved by the school dean.

Program Goals

A graduate of this major should be able to:

• practice safe work habits, identify and eliminate work hazards, and meet minimum work quality standards.
• demonstrate basic knowledge of electrical equipment and systems commonly used in electrical transmission and distribution facilities.
• demonstrate basic techniques used to install, troubleshoot, repair, and service electrical equipment.
• understand and interpret plans, drawings, specifications and other documents used for electrical installations.
• plan maintenance and repairs of equipment; communicate with colleagues and employers; and work efficiently and effectively with supervisors, subcontractors or other electrical personnel.
• install, inspect, maintain, and troubleshoot electrical distribution equipment such as wires, transformers, poles, cables, and overhead or underground installations.

Curriculum