Overhead Electrical Line Worker-Advanced Certificate
Overview
Approved By LWIA: 7
Last Re-Certification Date: 3/18/2025
Program Description
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.
Established in 2007
CIP: 47-0199 Electrical/Electronics Maintenance and Repair Technology, Other.
Training Program Type
Vocational
Provider Information
Dawson Technical Institute
Associated Job Families and Occupations
- Construction and Extraction Occupations
Certifying / Licensing / Registering Body
City Colleges of Chicago
Quality Assurance
- North Central Association
- Illinois Community College Board
- Illinois State Board of Education
Education Information
Industry Recognized Certification
22 Weeks ( 525.00 Hours / 30.00 Credit Hours )
| Tuition | $4,710.00 |
| Books | $500.00 |
| Other Expenses(Materials, Supplies, Tools, Uniforms, etc) | $817.00 |
| Total Cost | $6,027.00 |
Financial Aid
- Pell Grants
- Illinois Monetary Award Program
- Federal loans(Stafford, PLUS, etc)
- G.I. Benefits
Application Procedure
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.
Entry Requirements:
- Drug/Alcohol Screening
- HS Diploma/GED
- Physical Exam
- Math - a
- Reading - a
- Writing - CCC Write Placement Test score of 5 to 6
- Other - If a recent high school grad, ACT scres are accepted score Eng540
Nondiscrimination, Equal Opportunity, and Disability Provisions Compliance Assurance
- EEO Compliant: Yes
- Disability Accomodation: Yes
Program Offerings
- Full-Time Enrollment
- Classroom Instruction
- Labs
- Day Classes
- Online/E-Learning Instruction
Performance Data
Program: Overhead Electrical Line Worker-Advanced Certificate
Overview
Approved By LWIA: 7
Last Re-Certification Date: 3/18/2025
Program Description
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.
Established in 2007
CIP: 47-0199 Electrical/Electronics Maintenance and Repair Technology, Other.
Provider Information
Dawson Technical Institute
Associated Job Families and Occupations
- Construction and Extraction Occupations
Certifying / Licensing / Registering Body
City Colleges of Chicago
Quality Assurance
- North Central Association
- Illinois Community College Board
- Illinois State Board of Education
Education Information
Industry Recognized Certification
22 Weeks ( 525.00 Hours / 30.00 Credit Hours )
| Tuition | $4,710.00 |
| Books | $500.00 |
| Other Expenses(Materials, Supplies, Tools, Uniforms, etc) | $817.00 |
| Total Cost | $6,027.00 |
Financial Aid
- Pell Grants
- Illinois Monetary Award Program
- Federal loans(Stafford, PLUS, etc)
- G.I. Benefits
Application Procedure
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.
Entry Requirements:
- Drug/Alcohol Screening
- HS Diploma/GED
- Physical Exam
- Math - a
- Reading - a
- Writing - CCC Write Placement Test score of 5 to 6
- Other - If a recent high school grad, ACT scres are accepted score Eng540
Nondiscrimination, Equal Opportunity, and Disability Provisions Compliance Assurance
- EEO Compliant: Yes
- Disability Accomodation: Yes
Program Offerings
- Full-Time Enrollment
- Classroom Instruction
- Labs
- Day Classes
- Online/E-Learning Instruction