High School seniors only
1-year program
The Underground Utility Locating Technician program at CVTech prepares students with the skills required to be a line locating technician. Students will be introduced to utility types, installation methods and the theory of electromagnetic locating and will apply their knowledge of safe work techniques and industry best practices.
Students will learn how locating underground utilities is necessary for the excavation and construction industry not only to keep excavators and homeowners safe while digging but also to prevent the disruption of vital utility services such as electric, gas, phone, cable, and fiber optics.
Underground Utility Locating Technician, OCAS 9736
Total Hours 480
| Courses | Clock Hours |
| Industry Orientation | 30 |
| Theory of Electromagnetic Locating | 50 |
| Equipment Orientation | 50 |
| Cable TV Facilities | 40 |
| Telephone Facilities | 40 |
| Electric Facilities | 50 |
| Natural Gas Facilities | 50 |
| Fiber Optic Facilities | 50 |
| Capstone | 120 |
| TOTAL HOURS | 480 |
- OSHA 10 – General Industry
- Basic Life Support (CPR)
High School Seniors
Attend either AM or PM schedule
Underground Utility Locating Technician
