The Certificate of Completion (CCL) in Electric Utility Technology program is designed to prepare the student for the position of an apprentice-level line worker who is familiar with the use of tools, materials, and the equipment of the electric utility industry. Students will be trained in power line installation and maintenance, pole climbing and use of tools, truck and equipment operation and overhead and underground distribution, construction and maintenance of electrical lines. This certificate is fully embedded in the Associate in Applied Science (AAS) in Electric Utility Technology.
Details
Important information you’ll need when applying for admission:This pathway map will help you gain the expertise needed to:
- Demonstrate safe practices and procedures according to electrical industry standards.
- Demonstrate the proper set-up, operation, and use of equipment in the electric utility industry.
- Apply principles of Alternating Current (AC) and Direct Current (DC) electricity in series and parallel circuits.
- Demonstrate the effective care, use, and handling of ropes and rigging relative to electric utility industry standards.
- Use the appropriate tools and equipment to safely set, climb, and frame utility poles and structures.
- Identify and describe the proper equipment and techniques used in lock out/tag out procedures and describe the industry safety practices and procedures related to each.
- Demonstrate the proper selection and connection of transformers.
- Practice proper rubber gloving and hot sticking techniques.
- Practice safe pole top and bucket truck rescue.
- Demonstrate professional and ethical decision making.
- Communicate in varied settings, both orally and in writing, in a culturally responsive manner.
Successful completion of this certificate may lead to employment in a variety of different occupations and industries. Below are examples of related occupations with associated Arizona-based annual median wages* for this program. Education requirements vary for the occupations listed below, so you may need further education or degrees in order to qualify for some of these jobs and earn the related salaries. Please visit with an academic advisor and/or program director for additional information.
Electrical Power-Line Installers and Repairers
$86,110 Show expanded career information for Electrical Power-Line Installers and Repairers
Formal application and admission to the Electric Utility Technology program is required.
The following is the suggested course sequence by term. Please keep in mind:
- Students should meet with an academic advisor to develop an individual education plan that meets their academic and career goals. Use the Pathway Planner tool in your Student Center to manage your plan.
- The course sequence is laid out by suggested term and may be affected when students enter the program at different times of the year.
- Initial course placement is determined by current district placement measures and/or completion of 100-200 level course and/or program requirements.
- Degree and transfer seeking students may be required to successfully complete a MCCCD First Year Experience Course (FYE) within the first two semesters at a MCCCD College. Courses include AAA/CPD150, AAA/CPD150AC, CPD104, and AAA115/CPD115. Course offerings will vary by college. See an academic, program, or faculty advisor for details.
Full-time Sequence
Full-time status is 12 credits to 18 credits per semester.
Term 1
| Course Number | Course Name | Requisites | Notes | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| EUT103 | Introduction to Rigging | 2 | ||
| EUT110 | Line Work I | Critical course Gateway course Must be taken with or before EUT115 | 2 | |
| EUT112 | Basic Electricity: AC and DC | Critical course Must be taken with or before EUT115 | 4 | |
| EUT115 | Field Training I | 4 | ||
| PPT120 or MAT12+ | Energy Industry Fundamentals or Intermediate Algebra | Critical course | 3–6 |
Term 2
| Course Number | Course Name | Requisites | Notes | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MAT12+ or PPT120 | Intermediate Algebra or Energy Industry Fundamentals | Critical course Select the course option not completed in Term 1 | 3–6 | |
| EUT104 | Equipment Safety and Operation | Critical course | 2 | |
| EUT210 | Line Work II | 2 | ||
| EUT211 | Electrical Apparatus | Critical course Must be taken with EUT215 | 4 | |
| EUT215 | Field Training II | Must be taken with EUT211 | 4 |
Gateway Course = Generally the first major-specific course in a pathway.
Critical Course = A course that is highly predictive of future success in a pathway.
Students must earn a grade of "C" or better for all courses required within the program.
Course Sequence total credits may differ from the program information located on the MCCCD curriculum website due to program and system design.
View MCCCD’s curriculum website for the Certificate of Completion in Electric Utility Technology (http://aztransmac2.asu.edu/cgi-bin/WebObjects/MCCCD.woa/wa/freeForm?id=149133).
At Maricopa, we strive to provide you with accurate and current information about our degree and certificate offerings. Due to the dynamic nature of the curriculum process, course and program information is subject to change. As a result, the course list associated with this degree or certificate on this site does not represent a contract, nor does it guarantee course availability. If you are interested in pursuing this degree or certificate, we encourage you to meet with an advisor to discuss the requirements at your college for the appropriate catalog year.