- Type Validation
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Telecommunication Tower Technician Apprenticeship
Issued by
Wireless Infrastructure Association
The TIRAP Telecommunication Tower Technician (TTT) is a member of a crew performing general construction activities with an emphasis on tower system installation and maintenance and inspection of existing support structures used in the provision of essential telecommunication systems. Apprentices will gain an understanding of the occupation and its role in deploying wireless infrastructure, including the safety, technical, and operational aspects of the occupation.
- Type Validation
- Level Foundational
- Time Months
Skills
Earning Criteria
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The methods of assessment include examinations, quizzes, performance rubrics/checklists.
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Instructional strategies include: laboratory, discussion, computer-based training, coaching/mentoring, practical exercises, classroom exercise, work-based learning.
Endorsements
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American Council on Education
This credential has been successfully evaluated by the American Council on Education for college credit. It is recommended for a total of 14 college credits. For more information about ACE Learning Evaluations, visit www.acenet.edu. -
American Council on Education
1 semester hour in First Aid and CPR in the vocational category -
American Council on Education
3 semester hours in Tools and Rigging in the vocational category -
American Council on Education
3 semester hours in Telecommunications Cable System Installation and Maintenance in the lower-division undergraduate category -
American Council on Education
3 semester hours in Labor Relations in the lower-division undergraduate category -
American Council on Education
4 semester hours in Construction Safety in the lower-division undergraduate category