Power Line Design & Staking
Artesia, NM
PLDS Level 3
Artesia, NM
D.O.T. Projects
Pole & Pole Top Component Loading
Insulation Loading
Cross-arm Loading
Underground System Design - Transformer & Service Loading
NESC Exceptions & Specifics
Conductor Sag & Tension
Mechanical Analysis
Time & Location
March 26 - 28, 2024
8:30-4:30 (Mtn Time) Tue-Thu - Onsite Training
(final exam due online Fri, Apr 5)
Central Valley Electric Cooperative
1403 N. 13th Street Artesia, NM 88210
Lodging Recommendation
203 2nd St, (575) 746-2066
LaQuinta Inn & Suites
2207 W Main St, (575) 736-2400
Hampton Inn & Suites
2501 S Permian Pavilion Lp, (575) 746-0707
Comfort Inn & Suites
115 N. 26th St, (575) 308-5380
About this Course
Pre-requisite: Successful completion of Power Line Design & Staking, Level 1 & 2
Hours: 21 UTS CEUs: 2.1
In Level 3 Power Line Design and Staking, students will build on the foundation created in the prerequisite courses, Levels 1 and 2 and are introduced to underground line design. Attention is given to understanding how to apply the theories of line design to solve special problems. After completion of this course, participants will be able complete the layout and design of most overhead and underground projects. Students will also understand the physical loads on the distribution system and the associated hardware, read DOT projects, class poles, design for special guying situations, calculate sag and create a stringing chart, and estimate sag on uneven terrain. 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 March 15, 2024. 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 March 15, 2024 are entitled to a full refund of their registration fee. Registrants who cancel after March 15, 2024 will not receive a refund, but attendee substitutions will be allowed for this event only. Registrants and no-shows who do not cancel by March 15, 2024 are responsible for the full registration.
Registration & Price
Power Line Design & Staking - Level 3
March 26 - 28, 2024 - Artesia, NM
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!