18 courses with the subject ELLW, each shown exactly as we captured it from the college's catalog, with every element we hold. Where the wording looks broken, that is our reading of the catalog, not the college's text.
ELLW 0098Introduction to Climbing1
This course covers the introduction to the equipment used for climbing. The use of this equipment will be applied to the act of learning to climb safely and correctly. Learning Outcomes Identify pole conditions to ensure structure is safe for climbing. Apply correct bod y position and climbing techniques while ascending and descending wooden poles. Demonstrate proper method to traverse around obstacles using secondary rope lanyard. Demonstrate proper application and adjustment of fall arrest equipment. Determine climbing gear conditions through proper inspections to prevent equipment failure. Identify climbing equipment and the specific use/application of each piece.
Prerequisites ELLW 0098 Learning to climb safely along with the use of digger/derrick units. It includes an introduction to pole framing and guying applications, along with an introduction to the use of rigging to the industry. Learning Outcomes Apply different guying techniques and assembly them with tools and rigging to support structures and equipment. Continue honing safe climbing techniques and demonstrate how to traverse over obstructions with fall arrestequipment. Demonstrate wood pole handling and setting through manual or powered equipment and techniques. Identify electrical distribution equipment and properly assemble equipment to support structures. Define industry structure specifications and how to construct specific structures used to support high voltageconductors. set pole by hand
Prerequisites ELLW 0098 Introduction to the tools and powered equipment used in the electrical line industry. Students will familiarize themselves with the safe and proper operation of this equipment. Learning Outcomes Display proper use and maintenance of hand tools and powered utility equipment. Identify specific tools and equipment used in construction and maintenance of the electrical transmission and distribution system. Preview operation of Digger Derrick and Insulated Bucket Truck utility equipment. Demonstrate tool and equipment inspection to determine safe and efficient operation.
The student will use mathematics to calculate power, voltage, resistance, and current in each type of circuit. This course is an introduction to the use of formulas needed to do calculations the lineworker may encounter in the field. The introductionto the magnetic circuits will be the basis for transformer application. Learning Outcomes identify an AC sine wave Apply OHM’s law formulas to calculate: Voltage, Current, Resistance and Power values in AC and DC circuits. explain phase angles Define and apply circuit rules and calculate values for Voltage, Current, Resistance and Power in series, parallel and Combination (series-parallel) circuits. Explain counter electromotive force, AC generation, open and closed circuits, potential difference, induction principles, leading and lagging effects, electromagnetism, polarities and AC and DC sources and current behaviors.
Prerequisites ELLW 1110 , ELLW 1120 Co-Requisites ELLW 1141 This course covers the construction aspects in the building of single-phase and three-phase lines and the use of plan profiles, specification drawings, material lists, and their application to the field. It includes the equipment that will be used for this construction. Hot line work with sticks will also be introduced at this time. Learning Outcomes Construct single and three phase distribution lines in an assigned crew by setting poles, by hand or with digger derrick trucks. Frame structures to proper specifications working on the pole with required hand tools Hanging of guys, the stringing of conductors, anchor installations, and safety in all line building, equipment operations, and material handling will be observed and practiced.
Prerequisites ELLW 1110 , ELLW 1120 Co-Requisites ELLW 1140 This course covers more of the material that is in ELLW1140 Distribution IIA. Learning Outcomes Install overhead equipment and protective devices; transformers, OCR’s, switches, ect. Construct single and three phase distribution lines by working with pulling and tension equipment, different stringing methods, sagging methods and dead-end procedures. Apply armor rod protection with side and top ties, install preform ties both by hand and with hot stick applications. Demonstrate soft side dead ending, conductor sagging, and hard side dead ending of overhead construction primary and secondary conductors.
Students will learn and practice knot tying and splicing. Also included are the study of rope characteristics, different uses of rope, and basic rigging techniques. Learning Outcomes Identify character types of rope, proper application, tying of required knots and demonstrate rope splicing. Calculate working load limits, sling angles and mechanical advantage on rigging equipment, ropes, slings, chains and shackles. Demonstrate and apply working knowledge of hand lines, block and tackle, hot hoists, chain hoists, mechanical attachments and grip types. Identify, explain and demonstrate proper use of web slings, hoists, knots, grips, and blocks.
Prerequisites ELLW 1110 This course cover s the use of different drawing s, map s, and construction materials used in the lineworker’ s field. This include s the list of material s and specification s. Use of the transit will be introduced and applied to the lab field whereline s will be staked for future building as a project. Learning Outcomes Determine construction material needed by use of NESC specification sheets, create staking sheet, material lists and construction mapping. Identify proper placement for tangent, angle and dead-end structures with vertical or horizontal construction applications. Apply proper use of staking equipment, placement of pole line and anchor stakes, measurement of angles and span lengths. Define and apply knowledge of minimum approach di stance s, radial, loop fee d, and duplicate supply overhead and under ground systems.
A mix of classroom training and outdoor lab work studying and applying the safe and efficient operation of digger derricks, skid steer loaders, backhoes and trenchers. Learning Outcomes Identify multiple types, uses, lifting capabilities and capacities, insulation rating levels, hydraulic tool circuits, and hazards of working around and the operation of excavating equipment, digger derrick trucks, and aerial bucket trucks. Describe and demonstrate proper use of truck and unit setup position, outrigger support and placement, fall arrest requirements, emergency controls, equipment grounding procedures and tool functions. Perform preflight and inspection of insulated aerial boom, digger derrick and excavation equipment. Operate aerial boom trucks from bucket and ground controls, digger derrick trucks to set poles and lift equipment, and excavation equipment.
Prerequisites ELLW 1130 Co-Requisites ELLW1162 This course covers the theory and applications of transformer principles of magnetic and electrical circuits for primary and secondary connections. Understanding of polarities, types and possibilities of connections, with the needed information for choosing the loading, transformer types and sizes, and the fusing of the same. Learning Outcomes Define and identify Wye and Delta primary and secondary connections, polarity, coil ratings and installation. Determine winding ratio, overload capabilities, fusing size, and grounding requirements Single phase transformer installation, over voltage and current protection, nameplate identification, and trouble shooting. Identify series and parallel coil connections and secondary series and parallel bus connections.
Prerequisites ELLW 1160 This course covers 3 phase transformer theory and their connections to the primary and secondary distribution systems. Learning Outcomes Apply various trouble shooting techniques to diagnose problems within the transformer or customers service. Construct various 3 phase overhead distribution banks. Apply transformer vectoring to diagram connections and determine phasing. Identify Wye and Delta connections and demonstrate where they would be used. Calculate transformer capabilities and loads. Indicate hazards associated with 3 phase transformers and how to properly protect yourself and the public.
Students will learn the most up-to-date techniques and operations of rescue equipment in the electrical line worker industry. Along with this training, the student will obtain First Aid, CPR and AED certification. Learning Outcomes Become CPR/ First Aid Certified with AED operation training. Demonstrate proper rigging to safely lower victim to ground. Perform bucket truck rescue using lower controls. Be able to identify potential hazards during pole top and bucket rescue. Perform pole top rescue on armless and crossarm structures. Employ proper “May-day” call to EMS.
Prerequisites ELLW 1172 Encompasses the construction, maintenance, and safety practices used around live line conductors and supporting structures. Learning Outcomes Construct and erect line structures within simulated live line conditions. Demonstrate care and inspection of critical personal protective equipment and live line tools. Apply hot-stick and rubber-gloving techniques during simulated live line work. Identify live line hazards and precautions taken to minimize or eliminate these hazards. Employ personal protective equipment during simulated live line construction and maintenance.
Prerequisites ELLW 1170 Continuation of Line Construction and Maintenance A, this course covers construction and maintenance techniques used while incorporating insulated aerial bucket trucks, rubber gloves, insulted line cover-up, and live line tools. Learning Outcomes Demonstrate proper use of hotsticks during simulated live line construction and maintenance. Demonstrate proper use of insulated aerial platform while performing simulated live line maintenance. Utilize truck grounding, barricading, or insulate isolate techniques to protect ground-men and general public during live line maintenance. Employ Rubber cover-up on simulated live lines to establish a safe working area. Practice inspection of critical safety equipment used during live line construction and maintenance. Apply the use of live line rigging tools to repair simulated energized lines and structures.
General overview on the basic fundamentals of equipment used in Transmission and Distribution system protection. The objective of this course is to understand how protection systems function, how they protect the general public and utility employees,reduce damage to electrical equipment, and decrease duration and number of sustained outages. Learning Outcomes Demonstrate trouble shooting and system restoration. Define system coordination and how devices work together. Explain the use of each protective device and where it would be used. Identify specific electrical protective equipment used on transmission and distribution equipment, Explain how protective devices reduce outages, duration of outages, and amount of system damage. Demonstrate the use of protective devices for personal protection during live line maintenance.
Covers practices involved in underground distribution systems, including cable terminating, switching, and URD system trouble shooting. Learning Outcomes Demonstrate underground cable locating, troubleshooting, and fault finding. Analyze specific hazards associated with underground distribution and demonstrate how to reduce or eliminate those hazards. Identify underground electrical distribution equipment, primary/secondary cable types, and tools. Practice underground cable switching scenarios. Perform cable terminations and understand the operation of terminating tools
This course covers a comprehensive view of the aspects incurred in job search activity. It will cover locating job openings, hidden markets, assessing employment strengths, writing resumes, writing cover letters, completing applications, preparing for interview questions, and using the computer highway for job searching. Learning Outcomes acquire job service information, apply job referencing resources, collect appropriate references, evaluate mock interview research company requirements and prepare received applications write cover letters, resumes and thank you letters prepare personal information data sheet evaluate mock interview, practice interviewing skills, identify personal grooming and dress presentation
