Electric Power Utility - Bunker Hill Community College

Electric Power Utility from Bunker Hill Community College is a Campus Associate Electrical Engineering degree that prepares you for a Engineering career. In partnership with NSTAR, Bunker Hill Community College , and Local 369 UWUA, students can achieve a two-year Accredited Associate in Science Degree with a focus on Electric Power Utility Technology. Students will conduct much of their laboratory training at an NSTAR facility. Most classroom course work will be conducted at BHCC. ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS: Students must apply to the program through the Advising Counseling Center (B109) and: 1. Complete the NSTAR application. 2. Possess a high school diploma or GED certificate. 3. Complete Fundamentals of Algebra (MAT094) or place into College Algebra (MAT195). 4. Complete Writing Skills II (ENG095) or place into College Writing I (ENG111). 5. Achieve a reading level of 10th grade of higher on the College Placement Test (CPT). 6. Qualified applicants undergo a Criminal Offender Record Information (CORI) check and a drug and alcohol test before being accepted to the program. 7. Qualified applicants must pass height phobia and upper body strength testing. 8. Qualified applicants must participate in a 2-week pole climbing camp, facilitated by NSTAR during the summer. Career Outlook: Based on a student's grades, skills, and attitude, employment opportunities exist with NSTAR or an NSTAR qualified contractor upon graduation. Current starting salary is approximately $23 to $25 per hour, and overtime is also compensated. NSTAR offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits package including: health and dental care, life insurance, pension plan, 401K plan (including company matching program), as well as continuing education reimbursement. Upon completetion of this program graduates will be able to: * Demonstrate practiced and acquired skills while working at NSTAR in a variety of electrical fields with emphasis on the Overhead Line Worker. * Use a computer to access data and information. * Communicate effectively both orally and in writing. * Obtain licenses from NSTAR. Students will earn the following certifications: * OSHA 1910.269 Regulations. * First Aid/CPR. * Pole-Top, Vault Rescue, Bucket Truck Rescue. * CDL Pre-trip Training. * DL Class B Drivers License. * D.O.T. Medical Certification. View more details on Bunker Hill Community College . Ask your questions and apply online for this program or find other related Electrical Engineering courses.