PowerPathway™—Course Schedule

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Initial 2008 training courses will take place at local community colleges in three geographic areas: San Francisco/Oakland, San Mateo/San Jose and Fresno. Courses will cover apprentice lineworker and utility worker positions. Additional pathways into welding, instrument and electrical technician, and mechanic classifications are under development. See job descriptions.

Click on career links for job descriptions, requirements and prerequisites.
Learn more about the types of courses.

Career	Location	Type of Course	Start Date	End Date	Class Schedule
Utility Worker/Apprentice Lineworker	Laney College, Oakland	Full Bridge Cohort #1	Mid March 2008	Mid June 2008	M-F 8:00AM - 3:00PM
Utility Worker/Apprentice Lineworker	College of San Mateo, San Mateo	Full Bridge Cohort #1	April 15	July 26	6:00-9:00PM T, Th and 8:00AM-4:00PM Saturday
Utility Worker/Apprentice Lineworker	Fresno City College, Fresno	Full Bridge Cohort #1	June 2008	September 2008	M-F 8:00AM-3:00PM
Utility Worker/Apprentice Lineworker	City College of San Francisco, SF	Full Bridge Cohort #1	Mid September 2008	Mid December 2008	M-F 8:00AM-3:00PM

* cohort = a class of 25 participants.

How to Apply

Complete the contact form.

Types of Courses

PowerPathway courses fall into one of the following categories:

• Full Bridge (for those with limited or no prior related work experience) 200-300 customized community college credit hours to introduce applicants to the energy industry’s jobs and provide preparation for PG&E's pre-employment tests. Courses are held during normal weekday hours.
• Intensive Bridge (for those with some related work experience) 100-150 customized community college credit hours. Classes are held in the evening and on weekends to accommodate work schedules and focus specifically on preparation for PG&E's pre-employment tests.
• Capstone Course (for those with formal related training) 250-300 customized community college credit hours that focus on skills specific to PG&E's needs and is for students who have completed a prerequisite AA or certificate.

Questions?

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