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Dawson Technical Institute

3901 S. State Street
Chicago, IL 60609

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Overhead Electrical Line Worker-Advanced Certificate

Dawson Technical Institute (DTI), a satellite center of Kennedy-King College located at 3901 S. State Street in Chicago, Illinois, is dedicated to providing students with intensive and comprehensive industry-validated training in the construction and utility industries. DTI is committed to preparing students to compete in these industries by offering experiential and kinesthetic learning environments that lead to unionized apprenticeships and other relevant trade and utility worker opportunities. In partnership with Commonwealth Edison (ComEd), an Exelon Company, DTI designed an Overhead Electrical Line Worker (OELW) program to benefit students looking to meet the current need for overhead electricians/electrical line workers in the electrical power industry. The Advanced Certificate in OELW prepares students for an entry-level apprentice position with a utility contractor. The program provides instruction in tool safety and usage, construction materials, work site safety, blueprint reading, basic electrical systems, electrical connectors, powerline equipment, overhead distribution line design, anchoring techniques, aerial climbing, and mathematical concepts. Theory and practical hands-on application are emphasized throughout the program. Course content also includes an introduction to the construction trades and AED/CPR certification. Students will receive the OSHA Construction Safety and Health 10-hour Certification and Scaffold Certification upon completing the program.

The 6-digit CIP code (if available): 470199

Yes
If yes, how many credit hours for program completion?
30.00

What is the curriculum code for this program (if one exists)?
0766

22

525.00

Industry Recognized Certification
Other Goals
If Certification, License, or Registration, what is the name of the certifying, licensing, or registering body?
City Colleges of Chicago

Operating Engineers and Other Construction Equipment Operators

Full-Time Enrollment
Classroom Instruction
Labs
Day Classes
Online/E-Learning Instruction

Drug/Alcohol Screening
HS Diploma/GED
Physical Exam
Math(Specify) - a
Reading(Specify) - a
Writing(Specify) - CCC Write Placement Test score of 5 to 6
Other(Specify) - If a recent high school grad, ACT scres are accepted score Eng540

Tuition
$4,710.00
Books
$500.00
Other Expenses(Materials, Supplies, Tools, Uniforms, etc)
$817.00
Total Cost:
$6,027.00
NOTE: If this is a community college program, the costs listed above are for those individuals who live in-district. Costs may be higher for out-of-district residents. Programs offered by proprietary schools have the same costs for all students.

Pell Grants
Illinois Monetary Award Program
Federal loans(Stafford, PLUS, etc)
Other(Specify)
G.I. Benefits

2007

3901 S. State Street
Chicago, IL 60609

Student must first complete an on-line application at www.ccc.edu. Once the application is complete, students will be provided a student ID number and user-name. Student must attend a mandatory orientation. Submit a valid Driver's License and take a placement test. For exploration forms please contact Gloria white at Gwhite@ccc.edu The maximum tuition and fees amount approved for this occupation is $8,000.