Program Details

Program Name

Electrical Power Distribution/Line Mechanic

Program Website

http://www.matc.edu/tas/diplomas/electrical-power-distribution-line-mechanic.cfm

Institution

Milwaukee Area Technical College

Institution Website

ITA Program Number (for staff only)

01074_00111

Format

In-Person

Program Description

Industry requires electrical line workers to construct and maintain overhead electric transmission and distribution systems; work on energized and de-energized circuits; install and remove line equipment, street lights, poles and anchors; and perform wiring working from a pole, ladder, insulated aerial basket or insulated work platform. Electrical line workers also operate equipment including auger, derrick material handler, and articulated arm. Some graduates use the training as a step toward apprenticeship, as an electrical power distribution (EPD) worker, or other related careers. Other positions available to program graduates include line worker, substation electrician, meter worker, cable installer and tree trimmer. Program Learning Outcomes Apply electrical theory Construct overhead electrical distribution systems Disassemble overhead electrical distribution systems Construct underground electrical distribution systems Disassemble underground electrical distribution Show More

Education Needed for Enrollment

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Additional Requirements

Ability to drive and a valid driver’s license

This Program is Offered

August

Duration

This program takes approximately 19 hours per week for 32 week(s).

Schedule

This program is offered

Days
Evenings

Full-Time/Part-Time

This program is offered Full-Time & Part-Time

Application Deadline

Not Applicable

Related Occupations

Electrical Power-Line Installers and Repairers
Telecommunications Line Installers and Repairers

Leads to WIOA-Defined Credential

Yes

Program Outcome

The institution reports this program leads to -

Community College Certificate of Completion

Name of Associated Credential

Technical Diploma

Financial Aid

Financial aid is available for this program.

Tuition and Required Fees

$4,575.96

Books

$2,504.96

Supplies/Materials

$0.00

Other Fees

$0.00

Total Cost

$7,080.92

Refund Policy

Spring and Fall 15/16-week courses Day & Evening Class Refunds Refund: Before the class begins 100% From calendar days 1 through 12 80% From calendar days 13 through 25 60% After calendar day 25 0% Summer and all other courses less than 15 weeks Day, Evening & Weekend Class Refunds Amount of refund: Before the class begins 100% Before 11% of scheduled class is completed 80% From 11% to 20% of scheduled class completed 60% After 20% of scheduled classes is completed 0%

Covers the period July 1, 2020 through June 30, 2023

This program is offered at the following location(s) for in-person instruction:

Mequon Campus

5555 West Highland Road
Mequon, Wisconsin 53092

Program Contact(s)

Becky Alsup

Dean, Manuf, Const, & Trans
alsupkir@matc.edu
(414) 570-4421

Disability Accommodation Contact(s)

Not Provided

Language Accommodation Contact(s)

Not Provided

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