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)

ENG/COM1000 or higher

3

MAT 1140Career Math

3

Credit from any two of the following three areas (6 credits)

Arts and HumanitiesARA, ART, ASL, FRE, GER, HUM, ITA, JPN, LIT, MUS, PHI, RUS, SPA, THE (1000 and above)

3

Natural and Physical SciencesAST, BIO, CHE, ENV, GEY, MET, PHY, SCI (1000 and above)

3

Social and Behavioral SciencesAGR, ANT, ECO, GEO, GIS, HIS, POS, PSY, SOC (1000 and above)

3

Electives from any of the following areas (6 Credits)

ENG/COMCourses 1000 or above

MATCourses 1000 and above

Arts and HumanitiesARA, ART, ASL, FRE, GER, HUM, ITA, JPN, LIT, MUS, PHI, RUS, SPA, THE (1000 and above)

3

Natural and Physical SciencesAST, BIO, CHE, ENV, GEY, MET, PHY, SCI (1000 and above)

3

Social and Behavioral SciencesAGR, ANT, ECO, GEO, GIS, HIS, POS, PSY, SOC (1000 and above)

3

or

CIS 1018Intro PC Applications

3

Total Credit Hours:18

Total Credit Hours: 61