UTIL 1030 - Ropes, Rigging, and Safety

4.5 Credits

Students explore and learn about tools, equipment, basic rope knots and splices. Students learn the set-up, safety and operation of the mini derrick machine. NOTE: Completion of UTIL 1030 with a grade of C or better is required to advance to the next level class.

Corequisite: (1) UTIL 1010

Lecture Hours: 4.0
Lab Hours: 1.5
Internship Hours: 0.0
Clinical or Practicum Hours: 0.0

Course Objectives

Identify types of rope construction
Describe various use of ropes
Explain proper care and handling of ropes
Identify various types of rope slings
Identify knots and splice standard to the electrical construction industry
Demonstrate knot-typing methods accepted by electrical construction industry
Identify techniques used in rigging and climbing and demonstrate the ability to perform same.
Demonstrate proper operation of a mini derrick machine

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