Electric Lineman Technology - Nash Community College

Electric Lineman Technology from Nash Community College is a Campus Associate Engineering General degree that prepares you for a Engineering career. What will I learn? The Academy includes 400 hours of combined classroom and construction training. During the 16 week Electric Lineman Program, we provide classroom training in electrical theory and troubleshooting, circuit analysis, power systems components and operation including three phase transformer banking (wye and delta), Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and protective grounding, substation operation and components, as well as a general overview of overhead and underground line work. The field component of the training includes framing and building single and 3 phase overhead lines, pole top and bucket rescue techniques, bucket truck operation, and Underground (URD) systems. We also provide extensive training in free climbing, hitch-hiking, and the use of the Buckingham Buck Squeeze system. Our training especially emphasizes the overriding requirements of safety and teamwork in every aspect of our work. Why be an electric lineman? As our nation continues to grow, our need for electricity will continue to increase. Our aging electrical infrastructure requires constant maintenance and upgrading. This is necessary to maintain our standard of living and to keep our country safe. Electric linemen, or power line technicians as they are sometimes called, are the men and women who maintain these complex electrical systems. To do so requires stamina, focus and a desire to help others. Today\\\'s linemen are highly trained, and are provided with state of the art safety equipment. An accident in this profession is a rare occurrence because of the industry\\\'s heavy emphasis on safety. Approximately one-half of our nation\\\'s electrical line workers are expected to retire within the next few years. The opportunities are exciting and so are the wages and benefits. Starting pay averages about $30,000 per year. Within 5 years you can expect to be earning $65,000 per year, and within 10 years you can be making over $100,000 per year. It\\\'s a great profession, but in order to take advantage of these tremendous opportunities, you need training. Give us a call to discuss your future in this exciting field. View more details on Nash Community College . Ask your questions and apply online for this program or find other related Engineering General courses.