Background
The EEA in partnership with the Overhead Line Design Forum and a range of line design experts have developed the eight courses that comprise the micro-credential. Based on AS/NZS 7000:2016 and HB 331:2020, and incorporating tools provided by members of the forum this micro-credential continues to grow and improve to meet the needs of distribution line designers.
The micro-credential in Overhead Line Design has been developed by experienced distribution overhead line designers to meet the skills needs of their colleagues and those wishing to become line designers.
The modules include:
- OLD-010 Line Design Principles
- OLD-020 Conductor Solutions
- OLD-030 Insulator Solutions
- OLD-050 Cross-arm Solutions
- OLD-060 Stay Solutions
- OLD-080 Line Design Practice
Micro Credential: About the Modules
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Insulator Solutions: OLD-030
In this course you will design an insulator solution for an overhead distribution line, using a whole of life design approach, and in accordance with sound Safety in Design (SiD) principles (duration 30hrs).
Course commences
Monday 4th May 2026
Registration
Follow the link below to register for this course.
