Power Line Design & Staking
Marshalltown, IA
PLDS Level 3
Marshalltown, IA
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
Hosted by: Consumers Energy Cooperative
Time & Location
October 27 - 29, 2026
8:30-4:30 (Central Time), Tue - Thu
(final exam online, due Friday, 11/6)
-Lunch provided each day
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Training Site:
Consumers Energy Cooperative - 2074 242nd St - Marshalltown, IA 50158
Lodging Recommendations
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Several hotels are located in Marshalltown (6 miles from training site):
Holiday Inn, Hampton Inn, Baymont, Super 8
About this Course
Course 301: Power Line Design & Staking, Level 3
Pre-requisite: Successful completion of Power Line Design & Staking, Level 1 & 2
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Hours: 21 UTS CEUs: 2.1
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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.
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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 October 12, 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 October 12, 2026 are entitled to a full refund of their registration fee. Registrants who cancel after October 12, 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 October 12, 2026 are responsible for the full registration.
Registration & Price
Power Line Design & Staking, Level 3
October 27 - 29, 2026 - Marshalltown, IA
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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].
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Pricing - $1695/person
3 or more registrations from same utility receive additional 5% discount!