The Pros And Cons Of Becoming An Electrical Lineman

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The module AC/DC is directly related to the career path of the electrical linemen. In the module i learned about two types of electrical current, alternating (AC), and direct current (DC). In direct current (DC), the electric charge (current) only flows in one direction. Electric charge in alternating current (AC), on the other hand, changes direction periodically. The voltage in (AC) circuits also periodically reverses because the current changes direction. Electrical lineman work on power lines and other thing that have (AC) or (DC) current depending on what they are working on. Lineman work on electrically energized (live) and de-energized (dead) power line. They may perform a number of tasks associated with power lines, including installation or replacement of distribution equipment such as capacitor banks, distribution transformers on poles, insulators and fuses. To become an electrical lineman there is a lot of things you must do first. Becoming a lineworker usually involves starting as an apprentice and a four-year training program before becoming a "Journey Lineworker". Apprentice linemen are trained in all types of work from operating equipment and climbing to proper techniques and safety standards. …show more content…

The Cons of being an electrical lineman is that you have to work in any weather conditions that mother nature throws at you. Also climbing to incredible heights, if you are afraid of heights this could be bad for you if you want to become an electrical lineman. Also dealing with high voltage could easily kill you if you touch it and are not wearing the proper clothing. Personally i do not plan on having this as career in the future, it’s not really my style of working. Heights is not a problem for me but i would rather work from the ground than being on a sketchy pole 50ft in the

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