Utility Construction Technician Required Courses

This program will be modified for the 2025-2026 academic year. For the revised curriculum, please refer to the 2025-2026 required courses document in the drop-down menu above. The required program course list, including course descriptions, will be updated below on June 1, 2025.

Program Courses

Work Zone Safety & OSHA 10

31449305

UGRD

| 3 CR

Students will complete the OSHA 10-Hour Construction certification. Students will complete Wisconsin Flagger Handbook Training Certification Course. Students will understand how underground utility systems operate and work together with 811. Students will understand how to reduce motor vehicle traffic crashes at roadwork sites, resulting in greater safety for highway users and workers alike. Students will complete the CPR/AED & First Aid Certification. Students will examine environmental health and safety standards, PPE requirements and achieve confined space certification and identify competent person.

Truck Driving - Semi Level 3

30458303

UGRD

| 4 CR

This is the third and final course in the Truck Driving technical diploma. Refine the skills learned in the first two levels assuring readiness for the industry (and to obtain a CDL). The primary focus includes entry-level requirements, program certifications, advanced operations, and technical backing skills. Corequisite: 30458305 Truck Driving - Semi Level 2.

Truck Driving - Semi Level 1

30458304

UGRD

| 3 CR

This is the first of three courses in the 10-week Truck Driving technical diploma. Become prepared for entry-level positions as a commercial driver and understand basic information about trucks and their operation. You will need to present your DOT physical (Fed-Med) card and CDL Permit (CLP) prior to enrolling in the course. A scheduled drug screen is required prior to behind-the-wheel training. If you need assistance with passing the CLP, refer to the CDL Theory course designed to help you prepare for the test. NOTE: It is required that the Truck Driving program students enroll in all three levels of truck driving (30458304, 30458305, 30458303) at the same time to secure space. PREREQUISITE: Admission to the Truck Driving, Utility Construction Technician or Diesel Equipment Technician Plan.

Truck Driving - Semi Level 2

30458305

UGRD

| 3 CR

This is the second of three courses in the Truck Driving technical diploma. This course will focus on obtaining the Commercial Driver's License (CDL) while highlighting industry regulations, trip planning, hours of service, and driver safety. Corequisite: 30458304 Truck Driving - Semi Level 1. Corequisite override required for students enrolled as part of a contract through Workforce & Community Development (WCD). Work with Associate Dean of WCD for override.

CDL Permit Prep

30458310

UGRD

| 1 CR

The CDL Prep class assists students as they prepare for their CDL permit. The Commercial Learner’s Permit (CLP) requires passing knowledge tests and a skills test, which includes the Vehicle Inspection Test, Basic Controls Test, and Road Test. The course focuses on the fundamentals of commercial driving.

Construction Practices 1

32476305

UGRD

| 4 CR

In this course, students learn safe buried construction practices for utility services, including using hardware components and equipment for rigging and installation. Students also operate a variety of construction machinery in a controlled site environment and practice maintenance procedures. The course covers hand and power tool operations, loading and unloading machinery to meet DOT regulations, and detained information on the installation, structure, and components of electric, telephone, cable, and broadband systems. The module emphasizes how underground utility systems work and coordinate with 811.

Construction Practices 2

32476306

UGRD

| 4 CR

Introduces the process of planning and executing underground utility services on various types of construction projects. The use of heavy equipment safely such as backhoe, mini excavator, directional drills, vac system and other specialized equipment. Students will perform excavation next to live networks. Students will complete HDD & Vac system online learning certification.

Utility Construction Concerns

31476308

UGRD

| 2 CR

This course familiarizes students with the utility construction service industry, including independent and team operations and customer service. DOT must be informed of work in the State Highway Right-of-Way to notify the public of possible delays, as required by regulations. Students track construction progress using spreadsheets and provide operational status reports. The course covers utility system layouts, construction and installation methods, manholes and vaults, facility termination, aboveground indicators, abandoned facilities, access points, and print reading concepts.

Aerial Installation Field Training

31476309

UGRD

| 2 CR

This course introduces the student to the safe use and care of aerial construction equipment. Students will be introduced to climbing equipment (belt/climbers), lashing equipment, ladders, and bucket truck operation. It will familiarize the student with aerial construction specifications and installation practices used in the utility service industry. Students will identify safe clearance operations. Students will understand pole installations and restoration operations.

Broadband Installation

31476310

UGRD

| 2 CR

The student will be introduced to broadband transport facilities. Course explains general, personal, and test equipment for broadband installation. Identify types and applications for broadband installation techniques. Covers installation, termination for broadband networks. Introduces the types of equipment and methods used in broadband drop installations. The student will use all required broadband machinery to complete project base exercise.