High Voltage Line Technician

This High Voltage Line Technician program is designed to prepare students to enter apprenticeship training programs across Kansas. The program provides solid technical skills and knowledge to climb poles safely, operate equipment and tools, and understand electrical theory related to electrical distribution systems

Students will complete this certificate in 1 year by taking the following courses:

• BUSN 0250 - Obtaining Employment 1 Credit Hours
• ELET 0120 - Electrical Math 3 Credit Hours
• HVPA 0100 - Safety and Worksite Fundamentals 2 Credit Hours
• HVPA 0101 - Pole Climbing 4 Credit Hours
• HVPA 0110 - Rigging Principles 4 Credit Hours
• HVPA 0130 - Underground Systems 3 Credit Hours
• HVPA 0140 - Overhead Distribution, Transmission, and Framing 4 Credit Hours
• HVPA 0150 - Transformers and Metering 4 Credit Hours

1. Attain skills to safely climb poles.
2. Demonstrate proper use of equipment and tools.
3. Develop effective communication skills.
4. Explain electrical distribution systems.