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Utilities Technology
The utilities industry is one of the most technologically intensive segments of today’s economy. The utility worker who is well rounded with knowledge
of different types of utilities will find success in many areas. MTI is addressing this industry need by combining the curricula of two existing
programs to offer an AAS degree in Utilities Technology. Students who complete the entire Power Line Construction and Maintenance and Propane and
Natural Gas Technologies programs, with the addition of a mathematics elective (3 hours) and a behavioral science elective (3 hours) will be awarded
an AAS degree.
Graduates of this program will find many employment opportunities as combination technicians for utility providers.
Note: Students are expected to conform to MTI’s Drug Testing Policy while enrolled in the Commercial Driving Course. See the Student Handbook for
details. A valid driver’s license is required for the completion of the Commercial Driving Course. MTI recommends that applicants to the Power Line
Construction & Maintenance program obtain a physical examination for their safety and protection.
NOTE: Either program may be completed first.
PL Curriculum
| First Semester | Semester Credits |
| PL | 111 | Fundamentals of DC/AC | 4 |
| PL | 121 | Applied Math | 2 |
| PL | 141 | Power Grid Design | 3 |
| PL | 151 | Construction of Underground Lines | 2 |
| PL | 152 | Construction of Overhead Lines | 4 |
| PL | 171 | Utility Safety I | 2 |
| PLTR | 165 | Industrial Transportation/CDL | 1 |
| ENGL | 201 | Technical Writing | 3 |
| | | 21
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| Second Semester | Semester Credits |
| PL | 112 | Electrical Circuits/Metering | 6 |
| PL | 154 | Maintenance of Underground Lines | 3 |
| PL | 155 | Maintenance of Overhead Lines | 5 |
| PL | 172 | Utility Safety II | 2 |
| PL | 173 | First Aid/CPR | 0.5 |
| CIS | 105 | Microcomputer Software Applications | 3 |
| | | 19.5
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PNG Curriculum
| First Semester | Semester Credits |
| NG | 100 | Electrical Circuits & Testing | 2 |
| NG | 102 | Gas Operations & Maintenance I | 5 |
| NG | 106 | Gas Mapping and Mathematics | 2 |
| NG | 110 | Gas Operations & Maintenance Lab | 4 |
| NGTR | 165* | Industrial Transportation/CDL | 1 |
| CIS | 105* | Microcomputer Software Applications | 3 |
| SOC | 110 | Industrial Relations | 3 |
| | | 20
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| Second Semester | Semester Credits |
| NG | 101 | Gas Appliance Service and Controls | 3 |
| NG | 103 | Gas Installation Lab I | 5 |
| NG | 105 | Measurement and Control | 5 |
| NG | 172* | First Aid/CPR | 0.5 |
| ENGL | 201* | Technical Writing | 3 |
| MATH | 104 | Technical Math | 3 |
| | | 19.5
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*These classes will only be taken once during the UT program. Three additional general education
credits in Behavioral Science are required to complete the AAS degree.
| Placement Information |
According to 2006 data, the placement rate for graduates in this program was 100%. The average hourly wage was $20.10
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| Estimated Program Costs |
| Tuition | $6142 |
| State Facility Fee | $872 |
| Technology Fee | $400 |
| Program Fees | $2025 |
| Maintenance Fee | $83 |
| Student Services Fee | $384 |
| CDL Fee | $1000 |
| Certification Fee | $500 |
| Books & Tolls(estimated) | $3200 |
| Total estimated* program cost (2 years) | $14,606 |
| *All costs listed are estimated and are subject to change at any time.
Students will receive final costs at the time of course registration each semester. |
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