2016 Undergraduate Catalog

ComStar Telecommunications Site 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

Site Technician I

TELE 001Wireless Communication Fundamentals

TELE 002First Aid, CPR & OSHA 30

TELE 003Site & RF Safety Training

TELE 005Connector Installation & Cable Testing

TELE 008Carrier Specific Requirements

TELE 009Alternative Communication Systems

TELE 018Communication Site Foundations Design & Installation

TELE 019H-Frames and Conduit

TELE 020AC/DC Votage Testing and Battery Installation

TELE 021Cabinet Sets

TELE 022Cable Routing and Support

TELE 023Site Grounding and Testing

Advanced Site Technician

For students interested in the ComStar Telecommunication Advanced Site 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 016Telecommunications Adminsitrative Fundamentals

TELE 017Telecommunications Job Search Fundamentals

TELE 024Confined Space Entry Awareness