Electric Power Utility Technology Program

Associate in Science Professional Studies - Computer Information Technology

This curriculum map contains the new General Education Requirements. Current students should log in to BHCC Self-Service to review their specific program requirements or contact Advising & LifeMap for more information. Prospective students should go to bhcc.edu/admissions and contact an admissions counselor.
Admission Requirements Credits Milestone GenEd Note Pre-req Expand
Diploma

Possess a High School Diploma or GED

Other

See Admissions Requirements below

Test

Take College Placement Test

MAT-097 Fundamentals of Algebra
3

Completion of MAT-097 or higher placement

ENG-095 Writing Skills II
3

Completion of ENG-095 or higher placement

Total Credits:
Semester 1 Credits Milestone GenEd Note Pre-req Expand
ENG-111 College Writing I
3

Milestone courses should be taken in the order shown.

This course meets the General Education requirement for Academic Discourse.

(Formerly Area 1)

Prerequisites: ENG-095 and RDG-095, ELL-103 or placement

MAT-193 Topics in Algebra and Trigonometry
3

Milestone courses should be taken in the order shown.

Prerequisite: MAT-097 or placement

EPU-101 DC Circuit Theory/Lab
4

Milestone courses should be taken in the order shown.

Pre/co-requisite: MAT-193

EPU-151 Fundamentals of Single Phase and Poly Phase Metering
4

Milestone courses should be taken in the order shown.

Prerequisite: Acceptance into the program

CIT-110 Applications/Concepts
3

Prerequisites: ESL-098 or RDG-095 or placement

Total Credits:
Semester 2 Credits Milestone GenEd Note Pre-req Expand
ENG-112 College Writing II
3

This course meets the General Education requirement for Research Writing.

(Formerly Area 1)

Prerequisite: ENG-111

PSY-107 Group Dynamics
3

This course meets the General Education requirement for Community & Cultural Contexts.

(Formerly Areas 2 Area 3)

EPU-104 AC Circuit Theory/Lab
4

Milestone courses should be taken in the order shown.

Prerequisite: EPU-101

EPU-205 Introduction to Substation Operations
4

Milestone courses should be taken in the order shown.

Prerequisite: Acceptance into the program

Total Credits:
Summer Semester Credits Milestone GenEd Note Pre-req Expand
EPU-251 Electric Power/Utility Tech Internship
3

Milestone courses should be taken in the order shown.

Prerequisites: PSY-107 and EPU-151 and ENG-111

Total Credits:
Semester 3 Credits Milestone GenEd Note Pre-req Expand
VMA-111 Introduction to Mass Media
3

This course meets the General Education requirement for General Education Elective.

Prerequisite: ENG-095 or ELL-103 and MAT-093

MAN-111 Principles of Management
3

Prerequisites: ESL-098 and ESL-099 or RDG-095 and ENG-090 or placement

EPU-207 Introduction to Overhead Linework
4

Milestone courses should be taken in the order shown.

Prerequisite: Acceptance into the program

EPU-257 Power and Distribution
3

Milestone courses should be taken in the order shown.

Prerequisite: EPU-104

Total Credits:
Semester 4 Credits Milestone GenEd Note Pre-req Expand
PHY-191 Introduction to Physics
4

Prerequisite: MAT-193

EPU-203 Introduction to Underground Operation
3

Milestone courses should be taken in the order shown.

Prerequisite: Acceptance into the program

GenEd-CW Creative Work
3

This course meets the General Education requirement for Creative Work.

(Formerly Area 6)

Choose one course from Creative Work menu

ENR-101 Introduction to Engineering/Lab
4

Department Chair approval required. MAT-193 may satisfy the pre-requisite for EPUT students only.

Prerequisite: MAT-193

Total Credits:
Last Modified Date: June 16, 2021
Approved for the 2021-2023 College Catalog

Upon Completion of this Concentration Graduates will be able to:

  • Demonstrate practiced and acquired skills while working at Eversource in a variety of electrical and gas fields.
  • Use a computer to access data and information.
  • Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
  • Obtain licenses from Eversource.

Career Outlook

Based on a student’s grades, skills, and attitude, employment opportunities exist with Eversource or an Eversource qualified contractor upon graduation. Current starting hourly wage is $20-30 per hour and overtime is also compensated. Eversource offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits package including health and dental care, life insurance, 401K plan (including company matching program), as well as continuing education reimbursement.

Students will earn the following certifications:

  • OSHA 30 Certification.
  • First Aid/CPR.
  • CDL Pre-trip Training.
  • DL Class A Drivers License.
  • O.T. Medical Certification.
  • Certification in Natural Gas Technology.
  • EVERSOURCE Hoisting License.