Gas Utility Construction and Service

Intro

Trained gas technicians are in demand, and this unique certificate program, offered in partnership with the Minnesota State Energy Center of Excellence and Xcel Energy, prepares you for a range of potential careers with hands-on training at Xcel’s facilities in the Twin Cities metro area.

Degrees

Degree:

Certificate

Location:

Online

Credits:

19

Overview

Program Overview

Help keep your community safe and heated with a rewarding career in the natural gas industry. You’ll learn to install, maintain and operate high- and low-pressure natural gas distribution systems for residential, commercial and industrial customers, gaining the skills and knowledge needed to succeed in what has become one of the most technologically intensive industries in today's economy. Graduates of this program are qualified for careers as gas construction and service mechanics, gas clerk estimators, underground facilities locators and gas appliance repairers, to name a few.

Offered in partnership with the Minnesota State Energy Center of Excellence and Xcel Energy, coursework for the program is planned and taught by M State instructors and students are trained at Xcel's training facilities in the Minneapolis-St. Paul metro area.

The program is the only one of its kind in Minnesota and North Dakota.

You’ll learn about:

The characteristics and hazards of propane and natural gas
Different types and functions of electric and gas appliances
Installation and maintenance of gas distribution systems
Safety practices and the proper use of utility equipment and machinery
Plastic pipe fusion

Related Programs

You may also be interested in our Electrical Technology diploma program or Electrical Line Worker Technology degree and diploma programs.

Scholarships/Cost

M State has one of the lowest tuition rates in Minnesota, and thanks to grants, scholarships and sponsorships, more than half of all M State students have a completely tuition-free experience.

Learn all about our low tuition rates and fees at Detailed Cost. To explore financial aid options, visit Paying for College. We also offer Zero Textbook Cost programs and courses, which can save you substantial money on books; learn more at Z-Degrees.

Foundation Scholarships

M State's two foundations award more than $280,000 in student scholarships each year. You may be eligible — learn more at Foundations.

Workforce Development Scholarships

More than 40 programs at M State offer Workforce Development Scholarships to new students. See if your program is eligible and apply at Workforce Development Scholarships.

Business and Industry Sponsorships

M State collaborates with local businesses to offer valuable student support, such as financial assistance, internships, part-time jobs and full-time career opportunities. Find details at Business and Industry Partner Sponsorships.

Sample Classes

GAS1000 - Gas Utility Field Training I

Credits:

4 (2/2/0)

This is an introductory laboratory course that prepares students for basic field utility work, including safety procedures and equipment operation. This course focuses on hands-on application and is intended to help students become confident in safely operating basic gas utility equipment.

CONM2213 - Safety Management

Credits:

2 (2/0/0)

This course includes construction management applications in the areas of safety and health. Students will have an opportunity to earn OSHA 30-hour authorization for successful course completion.

Gas Utility Construction and Service

Program Overview

Scholarships/Cost

Sample Classes

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