LINEMAN PROGRAMS:
Underground Residential Distribution Refresher
Course Description
PLT-421
Class size: 4-6
Course length: 2 days
This program briefly reviews buried cable theory and cable construction methods. It emphasizes the practical aspects of underground distribution installation and operation.
Target Audience
Power line technicians.
Topics Include:
- A brief review of cable components and construction
- A brief review of theory of stresses on cables
- Fuse protection of components
- A brief overview and explanation of work orders, mapping, construction standards
- "Hands on" cable terminations, elbow installations, application of junction boxes, J-bars, low profile transformers, service boxes, squids, splices and repair sleeves
- Trouble shooting on buried systems



