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Program Title:

Public Works 
Award Type: Diploma 
Award Name, Number and Location: Street, Utility, and Park Maintenance Technician (EP) 
Award Description: Students completing this program will gain the basic skills necessary to work efficiently and safely in a variety of municipal, county and state positions, such as street, utility, and park maintenance. 
Career Opportunities: There are a number of options to choose from in this field. According to the state labor statistics, employment outlook for positions in this field is expected to increase. Employees in this field can expect good pay & benefits, year round employment, and challenging outdoor work assignments. 

Technical Studies Required:

25 Credits

PWRK1000 Introduction to Public Works Employment 2
PWRK1005 Introduction to Maintenance Operations and Activities 3
PWRK1025 Street Maintenance, Materials and Applications 3
PWRK1050 Introduction to Municipal Utilities 3
PWRK1055 Public Works Safety 3
PWRK1060 Public Works Skills 3
PWRK1065 Introduction to Park Maintenance 3
PWRK1070 Commercial Driver's License Class B Training 2
PWRK2000 Public Works Internship 3

General Education Required:

4 Credits

Choose 4 Credits of General Education from the following:
COMM1050 Communication in the Workplace 2
COMM2050 Interpersonal Communication 3
COMM2060 Small Group Communication 3
CPLT1100 Essential Computer Applications 3
ENGL1010 Business English 3
ENGL2121 Writing and Research 4
ENGL2125 Technical Writing 3

General Education Electives:

0 Credits

Technical Studies Electives:

3 Credits

Choose one of the following:
IBEM1010 Carpentry Maintenance 3
PWRK1020 Basic Engine Repair 3
 

Total DiplomaCredits 32


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