Troubleshoot and solve technical problems associated with power distribution and cabling structures, interconnectivity issues, and emergency outage situations; combine coursework in electronics, computer technology, and general engineering.

Two-year [six quarters] full-time degree schedule; mixture of core technical courses along with basic mathematics, science, and communications classes; this type of program can be completed on a part-time basis.

Graduates will be able to:

• Power Distribution Lineworker
• Electric Utility Groundman
• Line Foreman/Supervisor

In 2006, approximately 113,000 individuals worked in the U.S. as utility lineworkers, maintenance specialists, and repair technicians. National labor data projects a modest growth trend [no more than 8 percent] in this field through the year 2014.
Ohio predicts a similar trend [near 8 percent] for all installation and repair fields through 2012.

To apply for acceptance into the Electric Power Utilities program at MTC, applicants must have:

1. Completed MTC Application for Admission and nonrefundable applicable fee.
   
2. Final high school transcript [or GED results] and college transcripts [if applicable].
   
3. Successful completion of the Basic Skills Assessment [COMPASS] and Technology Skills Test is required. Any Foundation Courses recommended by COMPASS results are also required.
   
4. Separate A.T.S. Program application form.
   
5. Meet with Director of Lineman Training for approval.