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Utility line students get hands on experience

Utility Line Technician

What is Utility Line (UTIL)?

The Utility Line Technician program prepares students to enter an apprenticeship with an electric utility company or electrical contractor.
Metropolitan Community College Utility Line Program
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2023 College Lineman Rodeo

Utiltily Lineman's helmet graphic

Metropolitan Community College will be hosting the 2023 college rodeo on Friday, April 21st, 2023. The rodeo is an event among regional schools competing against each other to display safety, accuracy and camaraderie in the utility line industry. Click the link above for more information.

LEARNING COMMUNITY

Students begin the first day of class without having the advantage of knowing any of their classmates. Almost immediately, friendships begin to develop and relationships continue to grow throughout the year.

Is It For You?

Individuals interested in this program should have the following characteristics:

  • Ability to work at heights
  • Enjoy working with your hands
  • Enjoy working outdoors
  • Good hand-eye coordination
  • Team player
  • Positive attitude
  • Problem solver

JOBS AND SALARY EXPECTATIONS

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Degrees and Certificates Offered

Associate in Applied Science:

PROGRAM FACULTY

Tim Bowling 531-MCC-5812
Greg Babst 531-MCC-5806
Dave Havranek 531-MCC-5805

PROGRAM DESCRIPTIONS

Both program options cover identical coursework and lead to an associate of Applied Science degree.

  • Traditional Weekday option - four quarters, which includes climbing poles, line construction, an internship and more
  • Weekend option - the same curriculum as the traditional option, spread across six quarters

Please see program catalog page for more information.

Program Costs

  • Tuition and fees - Successful graduates must complete 91.5-93.0 credit hours of study.
  • Tools and safety equipment - Students are required to purchase tools and safety equipment at a cost of approximately $1,600.

Admission Process

Students are admitted based on an application process that rewards incoming students on their preparation to enter the program. Completing the required General Education classes, Grade Point Average, prior degrees earned and holding a Commercial Driver's License (CDL) are criteria used to determine who will enter the program. A complete explanation of the admission process can be found in the Utility Line Technician Program Overview.

Application Deadlines

  • Applications must be received by the due dates to be considered for entry into the program.
  • Fall Application deadline is May 1st for classes beginning September.
  • Spring application deadline is Dec 1st for classes beginning March.

Class Schedules