Power Line Technician AAS Degree
This associate of applied science degree is available for only those who have completed or are currently enrolled in a power utility-based apprenticeship. RRCC’s Electrical Program will grant 43 college credits toward an AAS degree. The degree requires a total of 61 credits, of which 18 must be taken at RRCC or through RRCC Online. By using your apprentice training and taking only six additional classes, you may obtain a degree online, at home, and at times of your choosing. Consult with an advisor for details.
Emphasis determined by the apprenticeship program completed:
Line Technician
Substation Electrician
Meter Specialist
Apparatus Electrician
Instrument and Control Specialist
Electrician Specialist
Mechanic Specialist
Power Plant Operator
Field Engineering Specialist
Relay and Control Specialist
Utility Engineering Standards Specialist Tech
Degree Requirements
General Education Courses (18 Credits)
Credit from any two of the following three areas (6 credits)
| Arts and Humanities | ARA, ART, ASL, FRE, GER, HUM, ITA, JPN, LIT, MUS, PHI, RUS, SPA, THE (1000 and above) | 3 |
| Natural and Physical Sciences | AST, BIO, CHE, ENV, GEY, MET, PHY, SCI (1000 and above) | 3 |
| Social and Behavioral Sciences | AGR, ANT, ECO, GEO, GIS, HIS, POS, PSY, SOC (1000 and above) | 3 |
Electives from any of the following areas (6 Credits)
| ENG/COM | Courses 1000 or above | |
| MAT | Courses 1000 and above | |
| Arts and Humanities | ARA, ART, ASL, FRE, GER, HUM, ITA, JPN, LIT, MUS, PHI, RUS, SPA, THE (1000 and above) | 3 |
| Natural and Physical Sciences | AST, BIO, CHE, ENV, GEY, MET, PHY, SCI (1000 and above) | 3 |
| Social and Behavioral Sciences | AGR, ANT, ECO, GEO, GIS, HIS, POS, PSY, SOC (1000 and above) | 3 |
| | or | |
| CIS 1018 | Intro PC Applications | 3 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 18 |
Total Credit Hours: 61