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Electric Power Technology
This academic program, offered entirely online, prepares students for careers in the field of electric power technology. The accredited curriculum was co-developed in 2001 by the Energy Providers Coalition for Education (EPCE), which includes power utilities, associations, and certain IBEW locals.
Geared to working adults, the program offers up to 14 credit hours each semester. Courses vary from 3-6 weeks in length, depending on credit hours, and are offered sequentially each term. If may take up to two years to complete this degree if a student does not have prior learning or transfer credits.
Students who complete this program may earn an Associate in Applied Science degree. The program presents a core of technical courses needed by electric workers across the energy industry. Coursework provides current workers and new hires with general industry knowledge and skills that allow them to make an immediate contribution on the job and move into various technical positions within the industry.
Career options are good for those interested in jobs in the electrical power industry. Many power companies will lose substantial numbers of workers through retirement, industry changes and attrition. A graduate from this program may find entry-level employment in many different areas of the industry, including maintenance, operations, linework and/or the business operation.
Prospective students should be prepared for the physical demands of the work of entry-level technician positions when considering this program. Typical industry entry-level position requirements include passing a physical exam, which may include: lifting 50+ pounds, climbing ladders, working in confined spaces, heights, etc. When applying for jobs applicants may also be required to pass a drug screen and an eye exam, including the ability to distinguish between colors accurately.
Credits from this program can be applied to BSC's Bachelor of Applied Science degree in Energy Management.
For more information, please go online to http://energy.bismarckstate.edu/programs/elpw/.
If you have questions please contact:
Energy Technology Academic Advisor
1-800-852-5685 or 701-224-2443
Mary Sennert, Mary.Sennert@bismarckstate.edu
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