Nash Community College will host North Carolina’s second Girl Power event on Wednesday, October 8, 2025, bringing together students, educators, and industry leaders to inspire the next generation of women in utility and infrastructure careers. The hands-on learning experience will introduce participants to overhead and underground power distribution, fiber operations, and other critical skills essential […]
Nash Community College Welcomes Largest Electric Line Academy Class
Nash Community College’s Electric Line Academy is reaching new heights this fall, enrolling its largest class since the program began. 75 students are participating in the 16-week academy, a historic milestone for the college and the electric utility training industry in the region. The Electric Line Academy prepares students for in-demand careers in the electric […]
Overview
The Sage CDL training program at Nash Community College prepares students for Class A or B commercial driver’s licenses with up to 158 hours of comprehensive training, including classroom, lab, and one-on-one driving practice. The curriculum covers safety, laws, pre-trip inspections, driving skills and more.
Program Information
Program Outcomes
Program Requirements
Program Information
Nash Community College currently offers:
- CDL Class A: Required to operate any combination of commercial vehicles with a gross combination weight rating (GCWR) of 26,001 pounds or more.
- CDL Class B: Required to operate any single vehicle with a Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) of 26,001 pounds or more.
- CDL Refresher Training
Program Outcomes
Graduation Rate: 98 %
Benefits of Our Program:
- Smaller class sizes
- One student per truck during on road training
- DMV Examiners on staff
- On site paved range
- Job placement assistance
- Manual and automatic trucks available.
- State of the art Simulator – Offering experience in conditions such as mountain driving, snow and ice, engine failure, tire blowouts, etc.
- Knowledgeable instructors with years of experience
Program Requirements
To begin training all students must:
- Be at least 18 years old
- Provide Valid Driver’s License
- Social Security Card
- DOT Physical
- Motor Vehicle Record
- Pass a DOT Drug Screen
- Ability to speak, read and write in English
- For Class B- The permit is required
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What are you waiting for? Connect with your Success Navigator or Apply today to start your journey in CDL Driver Training.
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Exciting Opportunities Awaits at Nash Community College’s Open House!
Nash Community College is thrilled to announce its upcoming Open House event, an exciting opportunity for prospective students to explore the college’s offerings, meet faculty and staff, and discover the resources designed to help students succeed in their educational journey. This event will take place on April 5 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. and […]
Nash Community College Showcases Electric Line Program at NC General Assembly Community College Day
Nash Community College is proudly representing its Electric Line Construction Technology Program today at the North Carolina General Assembly as part of Community College Day. NCC is one of only 10 community colleges selected from across the state to showcase its program to legislators, who will have the opportunity to view demonstrations and learn about […]
Overview
The Electric Line Construction Technology curriculum prepares individuals for line construction in the preparation and repair of rural electrical utility service. Students will combine electrical theory with laboratory and practical applications in the course of study.
DAY & NIGHT CLASS OPTIONS ARE AVAILABLE.
What You'll Learn
Students will be expected to master competencies such as those included in 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.
Career Opportunities
Upon successful completion of the program, individuals will receive the Associate in Applied Science degree and will possess the necessary skills for employment in the dynamic electrical utility field.
Entry into the program restricted by employment requirement.
Contact Lindsey Sauls for the application packet.
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What are you waiting for? Connect with your Success Navigator or Apply today to start your journey in Electric Line Construction Technology.
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What are you waiting for? Connect with your Success Coach or Apply today to start your journey in Electric Line Construction Technology.
DEGREE – A35230
DIPLOMA – D35230
CERTIFICATE(S)
DOCUMENTS
TRAINING
DEGREE – A35230
Major Core Courses
- ELC 111 Introduction to Electricity
- ELC 231 Electric Power Systems
- ELC 233 Energy Management
- ELT 111 Intro. to Electric Line Construction
- ELT 112 National Electrical Safety Code
- ELT 114 Overhead Line Construction I
- ELT 115 Overhead Line Construction II
- ELT 116 Overhead Line Construction III
- ELT 117 Overhead Line Construction IV
- ELT 211 Underground Line Construction I
- ELT 212 Underground Line Construction II
- ELT 221 Advanced Line Construction
Other Major Courses
- CIS 110 Introduction to Computers
- WBL 124 Work Based Learning II
- WBL 134 Work Based Learning III
- ELC 126 Electrical Computations
- ELT 111A Intro. to Electric Line Construction Lab
- HEA 112 First Aid and CPR
General Education Courses
- COM 110 Introduction to Communication or COM 231 Public Speaking
- ENG 110 Freshman Composition or ENG 111 Writing and Inquiry
- HUM/FA Humanities/Fine Arts Core Elective
- MAT 121 Algebra/Trigonometry I or MAT 171 Precalculus Algebra
- SOC/BEH Social Behavioral Sci. Core Elective
Other Required Courses
- WBL 114 Work-Based Learning I
HUM/FA Elective (Select 1 course)
ART 111, ART 114, ART 115, DRA 111, ENG 231, ENG 232, ENG 233, ENG 241, ENG 242, ENG 261, ENG 262, HUM 110, HUM 115, HUM 120, HUM 130, HUM 150, HUM 160, HUM 180, HUM 211, HUM 212, MUS 110, MUS 112, PHI 215, PHI 220, PHI 230, PHI 240, REL 110, REL 211, REL 212
SOC/BEH Elective (Select 1 course)
ANT 210, ANT 220, ECO 251, ECO 252, GEO 111, HIS 111, HIS 112, HIS 121, HIS 122, HIS 131, HIS 132, POL 110, POL 120, POL 220, PSY 150, PSY 239, PSY 241,PSY 281, SOC 210, SOC 213, SOC 220, SOC 240
DIPLOMA – D35230
Major Core Courses
- ELC 111 Introduction to Electricity
- ELC 126 Electrical Computations
- ELC 231 Electrical Power Systems
- ELC 233 Energy Management
- ELT 111 Intro. to Electric Line Construction
- ELT 114 Overhead Line Construction I
- ELT 211 Underground Line Construction I
Other Major Courses
- CIS 110 Introduction to Computers
- ELC 126 Electrical Computations
- ELT 111A Intro. to Electric Line Construction Lab
- HEA 112 First Aid & Life Saving
General Education
- ENG 110 Freshman Composition or ENG 111 Writing and Inquiry
- MAT110 Mathematical Measurement or MAT 121 Algebra/Trigonometry I
Other Required Courses
- WBL114 Work-Based Learning I
CERTIFICATE(S)
- ELECTRIC LINE CONSTRUCTION TECHNOLOGY CERTIFICATE – C35230B THIRD CLASS
- ELECTRIC LINE CONSTRUCTION TECHNOLOGY CERTIFICATE – C35230A ADVANCED
DOCUMENTS
TRAINING
Contact
Lindsey Sauls
Director, Electric Line Programs
Building: Continuing Education
Room: 8225
Phone: 252-451-8206
