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"Online professional development through EPCE and WPI is a good option for engineers to keep their capabilities during these work from home times."

-G. Pfann, NRECA

        

        

Thank you for your interest in Cable Tech! This course suite is designed to provide easy access to advanced education on key aspects of the cable industry. There are currently 6 courses ready for enrollment, with more to come in the near future. 

These self-paced, online courses are taught by industry experts and allow you to learn what you need to advance your skills for less, and on your schedule.

Successfully complete five modules to earn your
Cable Expert Certification from Cable Tech—Powered by Dow.

By participating in these online programs, you will:

  • Build your technical knowledge about cables & cable design for all voltage classes
  • Increase your expertise in cables and participate more deeply in technical discussions
  • Gain Professional Development Hours (PDHs) and attain certification in cables
"As a quality engineer, I have been reviewing and approving low voltage cables, and this course helped me understand the manufacturing process of the cables."
~ Cable Tech 102 student

 Key Learning Outcomes: 

  • Understand the history of cable development and the standards that govern today’s cable industry
  • Understand basic cable components and their functions
  • Gain detailed knowledge about cable design and construction for all voltage levels
  • Learn how to evaluate the benefits of various alternative designs
  • Understand cable accessories and how they are designed
"The Cable Tech courses have been a great training tool for learning the technical aspect of low voltage and medium voltage cables."
~ Cable Tech 105 student

COURSES NOW ENROLLING

Registration: Ongoing
Delivery: Self-paced, online courses
Price per course:  $495.00
     Group rate info: Click here 

     Scholarship info: Click here 

Register for a course now!

If you are a Dow employee, please reach out to Lauren Boss (LEBosonen@dow.com) for a discount code.

 

COURSES COMING SOON: Fill out the form to hear when these opportunities are available!

  • Cable Tech 106:  Medium Voltage Cable Economics, System Design, Installation and Operation - Energy efficiency, lifecycle analysis, cable ampacity ratings, surge protection, fault location, etc.
  • Cable Tech 108:  Cable Diagnostics - Cable asset management, testing methods and applicable standards
  • Cable Tech 109:  Special Cable Applications -Submarine design and installation, wind and solar collection systems, superconductors
  • Cable Tech 110:  Cable Materials Chemistry - Polyethylene, silicones and elastomers and their benefits to the industry

Course Curriculum Details