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Electrical Lineworker Program
Electrical Lineworker Program
at Lone Star College
Houston Catalog
his new program trains students as an electrical line workers. Electrical Line Workers are responsible for constructing, maintaining, and repairing electrical power systems. This includes installing and repairing power lines, transformers, and other related equipment. Training for this position includes working with high-voltage electricity and a variety of tools and materials. In this course, students will learn about electrical safety, power line installation and maintenance, and transformer repair. They will also be trained in the use of tools and materials used in the installation and repair of power lines, such as ladders, safety harnesses, and insulated tools. Additionally, students will learn about the regulations, standards, and best practices for working with high-voltage electricity.
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Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and Technicians
Apply electrical and electronic theory and related knowledge, usually under the direction of engineering staff, to design, build, repair, adjust, and modify electrical components, circuitry, controls, and machinery for subsequent evaluation and use by engineering staff in making engineering design decisions.
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