Electrical Lineworker - Certificate of Completion
Doña Ana Community College 2026-2027 Catalog
(31 credits)
The Electrical Lineworker Certificate option has its own separate requirements that are listed here.
NOTE: Students not possessing a Class A CDL may need to seek a CDL course from either the workforce center or other outside sources.
Students must receive a final grade of C- or better in all required ELTR courses/Technical Requirements and achieve a cumulative grade-point average of at least 2.0. A grade of C- or better is required in ENGL 1110G Composition I and designated Mathematics courses.
Students must complete all University certificate requirements to total at least 31 credits. Developmental coursework will not count towards the degree requirements and/or elective credits, but may be needed in order to take the necessary English and Mathematics coursework.
| Prefix | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Related Requirements | ||
| Choose one from the following: | 3 | |
| Introduction to Information Systems 1 | 3 | |
| Introduction to Information Technology | 3 | |
| Choose one from the following: | 3 | |
| Mathematics for Technicians | 3 | |
| Intermediate Algebra | 3 | |
| College Algebra | 3 | |
| Trigonometry & Pre-Calculus ((or higher 3 or 4 credit MATH course)) | 4 | |
| Technical Requirements | ||
| ELTR 1120 | Electrical Theory I | 4 |
| ELTR 1130 | Introduction to Electrical Power Systems | 2 |
| ELTR 1160 | Electrical Lineworker Lab I | 6 |
| ELTR 2120 | Electrical Power Systems II | 3 |
| ELTR 1165 | Electrical Lineworker II | 6 |
| ELTR 2995 | Electrical Cooperative Experience | 4 |
| Total Credits | 31 | |
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Course is identical to those offered at New Mexico State University Las Cruces (main) Campus.
(31 credits)
A Suggested Plan of Study
The contents of this roadmap may vary depending on initial student placement in mathematics and English. This is only a suggested plan of study for students, and is not intended as a contract. Individual student academic plans may vary. Please contact your academic advisor to create a plan that works for you. Course availability may vary from fall to spring semester and may be subject to modification or change.
NOTE: Students must receive a final grade of C- or better in all required ELWK courses/Technical Requirements and achieve a cumulative grade-point average of at least 2.0. A grade of C- or better is required in ENGL 1110G Composition I and designated Mathematics courses.
Students must complete all University certificate requirements to total at least 31 credits. Developmental coursework will not count towards the degree requirements and/or elective credits, but may be needed in order to take the necessary English and Mathematics coursework.
| Semester 1 | Credits | |
|---|---|---|
| BCIS 1110 or OECS 105 | Introduction to Information Systems or Introduction to Information Technology | 3 |
| ELTR 1120 | Electrical Theory I | 4 |
| ELTR 1130 | Introduction to Electrical Power Systems | 2 |
| ELTR 1160 | Electrical Lineworker Lab I | 6 |
| Credits | 15 | |
| Semester 2 | ||
| ELTR 2120 | Electrical Power Systems II | 3 |
| ELTR 1165 | Electrical Lineworker II | 6 |
| Choose one from the following: | 3 | |
| Mathematics for Technicians | ||
| Intermediate Algebra | ||
| College Algebra | ||
| Trigonometry & Pre-Calculus ((or higher 3 or 4 credit MATH course)) | ||
| Credits | 12 | |
| Semester 3 | ||
| ELTR 2995 | Electrical Cooperative Experience | 4 |
| Credits | 4 | |
| Total Credits | 31 | |