Power Line Design & Staking
Spring Branch, TX
PLDS Level 2
Spring Branch, TX
NESC Advanced Clearance Issues
Permitting Procedures
Underground Distribution Concepts
Overhead Equipment Operation
Mechanical Design 3-Phase Angle & Dead-end Calculations
Joint Use Designs & Field Engineering Make Ready Process
Unique Structure Clearances
Conductor Envelope
Spacer Cable & Tree Wire
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Time & Location
May 5 - 7, 2026
8:30-4:30 (Central Time), Tue - Thu
(final exam online, due Friday, 5/15)
-Lunch provided each day
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6477 FM311 - Spring Branch, TX 78070
Lodging Recommendations
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The Hampton Inn
Bulverde Texas Hill Country
499 Singing Oaks, Spring Branch, TX 78070
About this Course
Course 201: Power Line Design & Staking, Level 2
Pre-requisite: Successful completion of Power Line Design & Staking, Level 1
Hours: 21 CEUs: 2.1(PDHs: 21)
In Level 2 of the Power Line Design and Staking series, students will build on the foundation created in the prerequisite course, Level 1. This class places emphasis on joint use remedy and make ready, as well as vertical and horizontal loading. After completion of Level 2, participants will be able to complete the layout and design of most overhead projects, understand and utilize NESC and sag chart criteria, evaluate and design make ready/remedy for joint use facilities, calculate the mechanical loading effects of line design, understand conductor blowout and design for/around grain bins, and will be able to design for crossing under transmission lines. Course manual provided.
NOTE: Students need to bring a copy of the current 2023 NESC to class (not included in course materials) and a scientific calculator (one was provided in the Level 1 class - graphing function not required).
Registration Deadline
Deadline for registration is April 20, 2026. Registrations will be confirmed via email, but participants are not guaranteed space in the class until payment is received. Thank you!
Cancellations/No Shows/Substitutions
Registrants who cancel in writing on or before April 20, 2026 are entitled to a full refund of their registration fee. Registrants who cancel after April 20, 2026 will not receive a refund, but attendee substitutions will be allowed for this event only. Registrants and no-shows who do not cancel by April 20, 2026 are responsible for the full registration.
Registration & Price
Power Line Design & Staking, Level 2
May 5 - 7, 2026 - Spring Branch, TX
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Important: When you SUBMIT this Registration Form, you will be taken to a course confirmation page. If you are not routed to this page, please contact us at: 404-890-5514, ext 105 or [email protected].
Pricing - $1695/person
3 or more registrations from same utility receive additional 5% discount!