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 Powerline Technician
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SchoolSt. Clair College
LocationWindsor, ON, Canada
School TypeCollege
School SizeFull-time Undergraduate: 6,933
DegreeDiploma
Honours
Co-op
Length2 Year(s)
Entry Grade (%)*
Prerequisites
  •  Grade12 English 
  •  Grade12 Mathematics 
Prerequisites NotesAn OSSD with the majority of courses at the College (C), University (U), University/College (M) or Open (O) level plus: Grade 12 English (C), (U) or (M), and Grade 12 Math (C), (U) or (M) (MCT4C is highly recommended). It is highly recommended that applicants successfully complete Grade 12 Physics (C) or (U) to be successful in this program.
Cost
International: $18,009

Tuition Fees for Fall 2022/Winter 2023.
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DescriptionThe Powerline Technician program prepares students for a career in power distribution. It will provide in-depth knowledge and skills that will allow students to understand the installation, operation, and maintenance of the distribution system. Some of the principles taught will be electricity fundamentals and transformer theory, with reference to the distribution standards. In addition, there is an introduction to the design of distribution systems, and CAD design. The skills required for the operation of boom-equipped vehicles, powerline rigging, and fall protection will be taught, with an emphasis on safety.

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