UTILITY MECHANIC ADVANCED SKILL SET CERTIFICATE (ASSC) [PROGRAM HOURS: 24]

Prepare for employment in the line service industry in this two-semester program. Students enrolling in this program may be subject to background and/or drug screening.

Program Contact: James Jones, jjones@newriver.edu, 304-929-3320 ELECTRIC DISTRIBUTION ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY CERTIFICATE OF APPLIED SCIENCE (CAS) [PROGRAM HOURS: 30]

Prepare for employment in the line service industry in this two-semester program. Gain experience typically limited to internal apprenticeship opportunities in this 30 credit hour pro-gram. Learn about electrical distribution and circuits, to safely work around power lines, inspect and climb utility structures/poles and install utility poles and utility pole equipment. Students benefit from internship opportunities through New River CTC partners, and Class A CDL licensing is included in the program.

Program Contact: James Jones, jjones@newriver.edu, 304-929-3320

Prerequisites:

Be a minimum of 18 years of age for acceptance into the EDET program. Also note, the student must be 18 years old to obtain their required Class A CDL Learners permit. A student that has graduated from high school or has a GED/TASC has the option to start their general education courses prior to being accepted into the line service program.

Possess a Class A CDL Learners permit.

Successfully complete a pre-assessment screening at the A.T.C in Ghent, WV to gauge physical agility and fear of heights prior to class registration. Pre-assessments are scheduled several months prior to the beginning of the semester and applicants are notified of the dates once determined. You may also call 304-929-3300 for the scheduled dates.

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Complete a Department of Transportation (D.O.T.) Physical- Long Form Physical at your physician’s office.

Have a valid unrestricted driver's license for a minimum of 2 years and do not have a history of DUI, impaired driving violations or a history of license suspensions. If you questions regarding your driving record and the unrestricted driver’s license requirement, please contact your local Department of Motor Vehicles to answer your questions.

A student accepted into the EDET program must submit to and pass a random drug screening prior to CDL training.

HOW TO GET STARTED:

1. Apply for admission.

2. Apply for financial aid (FAFSA), if applicable.

3. Complete admission requirements.

4. Complete online orientation.

5. Schedule an appointment to register for classes.

For additional information, email admissions@newriver.edu.