2015-2016 Undergraduate Catalog

ComStar Telecommunications Tower Technician I

This unique program is designed specifically to educate and train technicians in all aspects of the safety and technological knowledge required of a contemporary technician working in a 3G/4G telecommunications environment. The ComStar Telecommunications Tower Technician I Training Certificate meets all standards of ANSI, ASSE, and OSHA for Accepted Practices in Safety, Health and Environmental Training. In addition, the coursework also meets or exceeds the standards set forth by the National Association of Tower Erectors (NATE).

The Cumberland University ComStar Telecommunications Tower Technician I Training Certificate provides an alternative educational pathway from the traditional two-year or four-year degree for students seeking a career change or transitioning veterans seeking rapid placement in the highly competitive civilian job market. Without an extensive time investment, ComStar Telecommunications Tower Technician I Training Certificate graduates would benefit greatly since the telecommunications industry provides excellent opportunities for career advancement as well as geographic flexibility.

ComStar Telecommunications Tower Technician I Training Certificate Requirements for Admission:

  • $25 application fee
  • Applicant must be at least 18 years of age with either a high school diploma or the GED equivalent
  • Applicant must hold a valid state issued driver’s license
  • Applicant must be able to pass a Department of Transportation (DOT) physical
  • Applicant must be able to pass a drug screen test
  • Applicant must be able to pass a criminal background check
  • Signed addendum

Courses

Advanced Tower Technician

For students interested in the ComStar Telecommunication Advanced Tower Technician certificate, you must also take the following:
TELE 010Telecommunication Field Training I

TELE 011Tower Assembly, Erection, and Maintenance

TELE 012MS Office Fundamentals

TELE 013Certified Fiber Optic Technician

TELE 014Telecommunications Field Training II

TELE 015Tower Lighting/FAA Compliance

TELE 016Telecommunications Adminsitrative Fundamentals

TELE 017Telecommunications Job Search Fundamentals

Tower Technician I

TELE 001Wireless Communication Fundamentals

TELE 002First Aid, CPR & OSHA 30

TELE 003Site & RF Safety Training

TELE 004Tower Climbing Fundamentals

TELE 005Connector Installation & Cable Testing

TELE 006Antenna Installation & Maintenance

TELE 007Coax Installation & Grounding

TELE 008Carrier Specific Requirements

TELE 009Alternative Communication Systems