Mar 28, 2024  
2019-2020 Catalog Mid-Year Supplement 
    
2019-2020 Catalog Mid-Year Supplement [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

EUT 101 - Overhead Lines Technology I (3)


This course is a supervised practical application of electrical overhead lineworker job duties in a setting under the direct supervision of First Energy personnel. There is an emphasis on skills to safely climb wood poles, the operation of a line truck, setting poles, framing poles on the ground, and operation of a digger derrick.  Upon completion of training, the students will successfully pass the Class “A” Commercial Driver’s License skills test.  Rigging, wire identification, and use of rubber goods will also be learned.  Safety topics include rigging safety awareness, fall protection, flame retardant personal protective equipment, medic first-aid; bloodborne pathogens; and good housekeeping. 

Prerequisite(s): Current degree seeking student with a major of Electric Utility Technology, A.A.S.  and preemployment screening by First Energy.