College of the North Atlantic

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Powerline Technician

College of the North Atlantic

Degree:Certificate
Field of Study:Electrical and Power Transmission Installers, Other
Length:35 Week(s)

Description:

This red seal program will prepare you to build and repair overhead and underground power lines used to conduct electricity from generating plants to the customer. Some of the duties include: Erect and maintain steel, wood or concrete poles, towers and guy wires, Install, maintain and repair overhead and underground powerlines, cables, insulators, lighting arrestors and switches, Repair or replace transformers and street lighting, Splice, solder and insulate conductors, and Diagnose power distribution and transmission faults

Prerequisites:

These courses are intended as guidelines. Speak to your guidance counsellor to see what courses are offered at your school.
    This program requires a High School Graduation Certificate, or a Grade XI Certificate, or a Comprehensive Arts and Science Certificate.

    * We make every attempt to provide accurate information on prerequisites, programs, and tuition. However, this information is subject to change without notice and we highly recommend that you contact the school to confirm important information before applying.

    Modified on December 16, 2022