The electrical lineman program is delivered by veteran practitioners in the field who bring a wealth of expertise and experience. It is a joint partnership between Odessa College and Oncor. Oncor Electric Delivery Company is Texas's largest transmission and distribution utility— the 6th largest in the USA—serving more than 10 million customers living in 401 cities and 91 counties in the state.
The program prepares individuals to build, repair, and maintain electrical power and distribution systems (EDS). This includes poles, conductors, cables and equipment. Participants learn how to maintain old wire, string new wire, explore the processes for installation, maintenance of insulators as well setting poles and towers to retain electrical wire. Participants learn to restore energy, identify/repairing damaged equipment, poles and conductors during natural disasters such as ice storms, hurricanes and tornadoes. Linemen are in very high demand during these times.
The program is broken into two phases: a knowledge phase where the requisite content of the field is taught and a skills component where participants acquire first-hand exposure on how to apply the knowledge through field experience practice under the supervision of veteran practitioners.
Courses covered include: Fundamentals of Safety and Assessment; Basic Electricity (AC/DC); Lineman Terminology, Tools and Equipment; Basic Electrical Systems; OSHA and NESC Regulations; Hydraulic Equipment Competencies; Beginning and Advanced Climbing; Rigging Knowledge and Advanced Rigging.
Participants receive classroom instruction in conjunction with field experience in accordance with the Workforce Education Course Manual (WECM).
Have enrollment questions? Please call our office at 432.335.6580 or email at conted@odessa.edu.
Spring Course: Enrolling Now!
Spring 2025 Course:
Course Information:
- Duration: 20 weeks
- Class Size: 10 Min/20 Max
- Cost: $8,000 (Includes Climbing Gear, Textbooks and Testing Fee)
- Down Payment: $800
- Mandatory orientation: January 16, 2025 at 6:00 pm
- Class Dates:
- Tuesday, January 21, 2025 to Saturday, June 7, 2025
- Classroom: TUESDAYS, THURSDAYS 6:00pm-10:00pm and SATURDAYS. 8:00am-4:00pm
- Course Codes:
- 25/Q2 ELPT 1019 101
- 25/Q2 LNWK 1001 102
- 25/Q2 ECCT 1005 103
- 25/Q3 LNWK 1041 104
- 25/Q3 LNWK 1011 105
- 25/Q3 LNWK 1011 106
- Skills Day/Graduation Day: Saturday, June 7, 2025 from 8am-12pm
- Location of training: Odessa College – Safety Training Center: 200 Cumming Drive, Odessa, TX 79764
Fall 2025 Course:
Course Information:
- Duration: 20 weeks
- Class Size: 10 Min/20 Max
- Cost: $8,000 (Includes Climbing Gear, Textbooks and Testing Fee)
- Down Payment: $800
- Mandatory orientation: June 19, 2025 at 6:00 pm
- Class Dates:
- Tuesday, June 24, 2025 to Saturday, November 15, 2025
- Classroom: TUESDAYS, THURSDAYS 6:00pm-10:00pm and SATURDAYS. 8:00am-4:00pm
- Course Codes:
- 25/Q4 ELPT 1019 101
- 25/Q4 LNWK 1001 102
- 25/Q4 ECCT 1005 103
- 25/Q4 LNWK 1041 104
- 25/Q1 LNWK 1011 105
- 25/Q1 LNWK 1011 106
- Skills Day/Graduation Day: Saturday, November 15, 2025 from 8am-12pm
- Location of training: Odessa College – Safety Training Center: 200 Cumming Drive, Odessa, TX 79764
Have enrollment questions? Please call our office at 432.335.6580 or email at conted@odessa.edu.
Pre-requisite: COMPLIO account
What do I need to register?
The Workforce Pre-Registration process utilizes a Document Tracking Service called COMPLIO! This pre-registration service will cost $35. Please ensure you have all of the items listed on the Checklist prior to purchase. Please review COMPLIO's non-refundable policy prior to purchase. You will need to submit the documentation from the applicable checklist. Once you upload your documents, you will have access to them through American DataBank Complio for a lifetime! The Certificate of Completion will also be accessible through this system when the students have completed a Workforce program.
- COMPLIO How to Guide & Tutorial will provide you with examples of how to enter your documentation, videos are available towards the bottom of this webpage as well. If you are ready to submit your documents click the link below to create a COMPLIO account.
- A Customer Service chat is available after an account is created or you can call 1-800-200-0853 Monday-Friday 8am-6pm (MT) for assistance.
- Click Here to Submit Documents to COMPLIO
- Resources and additional information are located at the end of this page.
Please enter your information into Complio how you want it to appear on your Certificate of Completion and input the email address where you wish to receive email communication from the college.
I am Compliant with COMPLIO and have met all the enrollment requirements. What’s next?
Call the Continuing Education Department at 432-335-6580 to enroll AFTER you have received an email from COMPLIO stating you are “Compliant” and have met the registration requirements. Our team will verify your compliance and enroll you in a Workforce course.
Within 48 hours of enrolling tuition or payment plan must be initiated. Please use the link below to start your program payment plan. Our team can also accept payment over the phone with a credit card at 432-335-6580.
What do I need prior to the first day of class?
During the first weeks of class you will receive your course materials including textbook(s) and applicable tools.
Most classes have a physical textbook distributed by Continuing Education or available through the OC Campus Bookstore. You may need to obtain a textbook, which is included in your tuition, through the Odessa College Bookstore 432-335-6655. Some classes have a digital textbook which will be delivered via Blackboard or issued by the instructor.
RESOURCES:
- CPR Website
- Testing Center, TSI 2.0 Testing at Home visit this link.
- Continuing Education Scholarship Form (W2 or 2 pay stubs must be submitted with Application)
- TPEGGrant Information and link to complete FAFSA
- Workforce Solutions Permian Basin website and Flyer to Apply to Workforce
- Casa De Amigos
- Health Insurance Options
- Odessa College Bookstore
- Odessa College Campus Map
- Change Demographic & Contact Information Form
- How to set up your Cengage account through Blackboard
- Cengage Mobile App Flyer
- School Immunizations Exemption Information from Texas HHS
- Have questions pertaining to Convictions Barring Employment?
- Additional assistance with food, housing, healthcare, etc. please email cares@odessa.edu.
- Click Here for a registration packet. Packets may be returned to Continuing Education at Gregory D. Williams Hall located at 2714 Robertson Ave., Odessa, TX 79764.
Workforce Solutions Permian Basin can assist with tuition, books, and fees for many of our programs. Watch this VIDEO for more information!
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Disclaimers:
*Course offerings are subject to restrictions and/or guidelines issued by local, state, and national government entities in response to pandemics, evacuations, natural disasters, inclement weather events, or any other circumstance that may affect the school’s ability to hold class. This may include damage to buildings, equipment failure, technology failures, or any safety concerns that may develop. Classes, courses, and/or programs may be moved, postponed, or cancelled as Odessa College deems necessary to remain operational and in compliance with such restrictions or guidelines. Students should refer to Blackboard or reach out to their instructor for further direction. Classes will mostly likely resume in an online format until otherwise notified.