- Offered: Winter
- Prerequisites: EL 016 or concurrent enrollment in EL 016.
- Bulletin Year: 2023 - 2024 Undergraduate Bulletin | View the current NMU Catalog.
This course introduces students to tools and equipment used by electrical line technicians and to the materials used in the construction of power distribution and transmission systems. This course will prepare students for an introduction to tools and equipment used by linemen in the field as well as the materials used in the construction of power distribution and transmission systems. Students learn about work procedures, EPZ grounding, transformer connections, live line tools and equipment, hot work procedures, URD installation, switching, and substations. A strong focus is placed on industry recognized safe work procedures and safe operation of a bucket truck and digger/derrick equipment.