Electric Line Construction Technology

About

The Electric Utility Substation and Relay Technology curriculum provides the skills to maintain high voltage equipment and protective systems for the electric utility transmission system. Training in operation and maintenance of critical infrastructure associated with the transmission grid is included. Courses are designed to develop student understanding of maintenance and troubleshooting on transmission equipment, including three phase power theory, protective relaying, power transformers, voltage regulators, capacitors, and power circuit breakers common to electric utility and numerous other industries. Graduates should qualify for entry-level employment in electric utility, renewable energy, and industrial facilities as technicians who diagnose and service equipment and components used for electrical power transmission.