collageNash Community College this year recognized 13 electric cooperative linemen for completing advanced education work in the college’s Electric Lineman Technology program. Ten received advanced certificates for completing 17 college-level credits, and three completed work for their Associate Degree.
The program includes courses in the classroom and outdoors on a specially-designed training field built by the North Carolina Association of Electric Cooperatives. They learn skills such as overhead line construction, underground line construction and the National Electrical Safety Code. Beyond classes in line work and energy management, courses toward the Associate Degree range from writing and math to critical thinking, computers and communication.
Since the program began in 1998, 16 co-op people have graduated with an Associate Degree. The community college program is supported entirely by the cooperatives but is also attended by linemen from Duke Energy and the municipal electric systems.
Nash Community College Overview
Located on a beautiful 86-acre campus less than a mile off U.S. Highway 64 Bypass and US Interstate 95 in the mid-sized city of Rocky Mount in North Carolina, Nash Community College (NCC) is a public two-year comprehensive educational institution with an open-door admissions policy. First founded in 1967, the college has a mission of providing affordable higher education to prepare students for college transfers or rewarding careers. While Nash Community College primarily serves residents in Nash County, the convenient location often appeals to high school graduates in the surrounding counties of Wake, Edgecombe, Wilson, Franklin, and Halifax. Not only is the college operated under the authority of the North Carolina State Board of Community Colleges, it is a strong institutional member of the American Association of Community Colleges.
Nash Community College is fully accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCC) to award students Associate in Arts, Associate in Sciences, Associate in General Studies, and Associate in Applied Science degrees. NCC offers students 84 distinct academic programs that lead to associate’s degrees, certificates, and diplomas. Within the AA and AS college transfer programs, students can utilize their knowledge and expertise to successfully transfer to four-year institutions seamlessly to achieve a bachelor’s degree. In order to meet the diverse needs of citizens in Nash County, the college also provides Adult Basic Education, GED, Adult High School, vocational, occupational, and ESL programs.
Each year, Nash Community College enrolls more than 4,850 credit students and 7,250 non-credit students into its various continuing education courses. Some of the unique career programs that are popular among students at Nash include Culinary Arts, Biotechnology, Truck Driving, Law Enforcement, Advertising, Machining, Graphic Design, and Medical Assisting. According to the 2011 NCC Performance Measures report, 97 percent of graduates reported satisfaction with their education and 100 percent of employers reported satisfaction with the preparation provided to the Nash Community College graduates they hired.
Since NCC realizes the tremendous role of student organizations and clubs in supplementing a student’s college experience, the Student and Enrollment Services Office organizes a number of ways for students to get involved. For instance, students can participate in Artistic Designers Club, Criminal Justice Club, Drama Club, Gamma Beta Phi Society, Men Achieving Leadership and Excellence (MALE), Phi Beta Lambda, Published Ink, and Student Government. The Nash Community College Foundation also sponsors the Student Ambassador program for students with strong leadership, communication, and scholarship skills to represent the college at a variety of school-related functions
Linemen earn college certificates at Nash Community College
Electric cooperative linemen take part in job training and safety courses at Nash Community College and can earn college credit at the same time.
Eleven linemen associated with North Carolina’s electric cooperatives this spring received certificates for completing course work in Electric Lineman Technology through Nash Community College. The program is offered by the North Carolina Association of Electric Cooperatives at the campus and training field in Nash County. Courses include classroom and outdoor training in such skills as overhead line construction, underground line construction and the National Electrical Safety Code.
These linemen join 83 other co-op linemen in the state who have completed these courses.
Students who complete 65 college credits earn an Associate Degree in Electric Lineman Technology. Beyond classes in line work and energy management, courses toward the Associate Degree range from writing and math to critical thinking, computers and communication. Nine co-op linemen in recent years earned the associate degree.
For more information about the college degree program, contact the North Carolina Association of Electric Cooperatives at (919) 875-3068.
Admission Details
Key Admissions DetailsAdmissions Deadlines, Start Dates
- Acceptance Rate:Open Enrollment
- Application Deadline:n/a
- International Students:Unreported
- Application Fee:$0
Tuition and FeesYearly Tuition and Other Fees
| In State Tuition: | $2,432 |
| Out of State/International Tuition: | $8,576 |
| Room and Board: | n/a |
| Books and Supplies: | $1,400 |
| Other Fees: | $200 |
| Net Price In-District/State: | $6,168 |
| Net Price Out-of-State: | n/a |
Student Body DataIncoming Class Data
- Most Recent Incoming Class:480
- Men / Women Ratio:218 / 262
- Median SAT Verbal Range:Unreported
- Median SAT Math Range:Unreported
- Median ACT Range:Unreported
International Student DataInformation for International Students
- Minimum TOEFL Score:n/a
- Minimum IETLS Score:n/a
- % of International Students:Unreported
- International Testing:n/a
- Total International Students:n/a
Required DocumentsTranscripts and Recommendations
- High School Transcript:n/a
- Recommendations:n/a
- Admissions Tests Scores:n/a
- Portfolio:n/a
Top 5 Popular Programs
- Liberal Arts and Sciences:26%
- Health Professions:17%
- Construction:14%
- Protective Services:8%
- Business, Management, Marketing:8%
Academic Programs
Nash Community College offers 131 Total Programs in Associate’s, Certificate Degree Levels. The most popular area of study for students are degrees in Liberal Arts and Sciences. Choose an area to explore below to see detailed degree programs at each degree level.
Explore All Programs
Associate’s Degree ProgramsNash Community College offers 44 Associate’s Degree Programs
Agriculture
Business, Management, Marketing
Communication Technology
Computer Science
Construction
Education
Engineering
Engineering Technology
Health Professions
Human Sciences
Legal Studies
Liberal Arts and Sciences
Mechanic, Repair Technician
Personal/Culinary Services
Protective Services
Visual and Performing Arts
Vocational Trade Programs
Certificate ProgramsNash Community College offers 40 Certificate Programs
Agriculture
Business, Management, Marketing
Communication Technology
Computer Science
Construction
Education
Engineering Technology
Health Professions
Human Sciences
Liberal Arts and Sciences
Mechanic, Repair Technician
Personal/Culinary Services
Protective Services
Visual and Performing Arts
Vocational Trade Programs
Demographics & Outcomes
Graduation and RetentionGraduation and retention information
- Graduation Rate Within 150% of Time:18%
- Graduation Rate Within 200% of Time:20%
- 1st Year Retention:54%
- Post Graduation Salary:$27,700
Student Body DemographicsDiversity and Age Data
- Total Students:3,055
- White, non-Hispanic Students:52%
- Black Students:34%
- Hispanic Students:6%
- American Indian, Alaska Native Students:2%
- Two or more races:2%
- Asian Students:1%
- Non-resident, alien:1%
- Unknown:1%
- Native Hawaiian, Pacific Isl. Students:<1%
Line Tech Academy
- Con-Ed Schedule
- Con-Ed Healthcare
- Con-Ed Public Safety
- Con-Ed Fees
- Line Tech Academy
Apprentice Line Technician Academy
Upon successful completion of the Apprentice Line Technician Academy, students will become candidates for employment among municipal, rural, and commercial electrical providers. Beginning wages for apprentice-line technicians in eastern NC average approximately $17/hour, with seasoned veterans reaching an average of $50/hour. Students who complete the program at MCC may also roll their basic training into two-year degree programs, such as the line-technician program offered at Nash Community College.
Those interested in becoming a line technician should be in good physical health and able to freely move. Coordination, dexterity, stamina, and strength are also required as climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, and grasping are common for entry-level line technician professionals. A line technician should also not have a fear of heights, since this work requires the worker to be many feet above the ground for a large portion of their job duties. Qualifying students must be 18 years of age prior to the conclusion of the training. Several forms of financial aid are available specifically for this training.
Forms and Documents
- Apprentice Line Technician Student ApplicationThis packet will assist you in applying for the Apprentice Line Technician Academy.
- Continuing Education Division Registration FormThis form is required for most continuing-education classes.
Electrical Lineworker
Price: $185.00
Summary
This course prepares individuals to work as linemen in the preparation and repair of rural electrical utility service. Course topics include basic elements of electricity, overhead pole and electrical line construction, safety codes and applications, electric power system, transformer and meter installations, and exploration of underground electrical distribution. Upon completion, individuals will possess the necessary skills for employment in various electrical utility industries.
Requirements
This course has no requirements.
Course Fees
Price -$185.00 (Course Fee) + $0.00 (Credit Card and Convenience Charge)
The following section fees are included in the Price:
$5.00 – CE College Access/Parking/Sec
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