Telecommunications Tower Technician 1 - Certificate
The Telecommunications Tower Technician 1 Certificate is intended to provide students with the necessary theory and hands-on educational experience necessary to receive a job in the Telecommunications field. Students will learn safety, basic rigging and fall protection, principles of electricity, fiber optics, wireless technology, cell components, antenna basics, and spectrum management.
Reach higher
in a telecom tower technician career
Gain hands-on skills for a great career in the growing wireless industry. As telecom technology providers deploy and expand 5G networks, skilled technicians are needed to build, climb, and maintain towers.
After completing this 14-credit certificate, you can jump into a tower technician career – or you can continue your education and increase your employment opportunities with one of three new programs coming in fall 2021:
- Telecommunications Tower Tech 1 pathway certificate
- Telecommunications Field Technician technical diploma
- Telecommunications Engineering Technician associate degree
Program Costs & Financial Aid
Tuition: $2,351, Books: $150, Supplies: $900
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What will I learn?
Curriculum
The Telecommunications Tower Technician 1 Certificate is intended to provide students with the necessary theory and hands-on educational experience necessary to receive a job in the Telecommunications field. Students will learn safety, basic rigging and fall protection, principles of electricity, fiber optics, wireless technology, cell components, antenna basics, and spectrum management.
First Semester
Second Semester
Program Outcomes
- Demonstrate the fundamental aspects of fall protection and rescue theory and practical application to tower safety practices for a competent worker.
- Apply the basic principles of overhead tower construction including safe work habits, protective equipment and tower climbing techniques.
- Apply the fundamentals of cable accessories and carrier installation standards for a broad cross section of wireless construction.
- Identify the basic fundamental elements of wireless technology relevant to tower installation including wireless networks, application, service and a basic technical overview of spectrum principles.
- Apply the basic principles of electricity and safety standards in the Telecommunications industry.
- Demonstrate an ability to climb towers and work comfortably at heights.
- Demonstrate an ability to function effectively as a member of a technical team.