Quinsigamond Community College Lineman Program

The Energy Utility Technology Certificate is designed to prepare students for entry-level positions in the electrical and/or gas utility industry. The energy industry has forecast a strong need for technologically-literate employees in the next several years for positions, such as overhead and underground line workers, meter workers, and substation maintenance personnel. The program includes courses that provide students with an introduction to the energy industry; knowledge of direct and alternating current circuits; generation, transmission, and distribution of electricity; industrial safety; and computer applications. In addition, students will gain hands-on experience through a practicum in the second semester.