Academic Catalog

Prior Learning Assessment (PLA)

PLA 2116  Lineman I  

This course is first in a series of four courses which make up MPUA’s Apprentice Lineworker Training Program. It provides entry level (apprentice) electric employees with the knowledge they need to perform their jobs safely and efficiently. Combined classroom, correspondence and hands-on instruction with applied on-the-job training. Includes: Overhead and underground systems; Safety; Pole climbing, installing, and mounting; Conductors, transformers, and substations; and Equipment operation. Provides a credentialed, comprehensive safety program meeting all regulatory guidelines. Approved apprenticeship must provide evidence of mastery of subject as well as evidence to support that instruction is college level, documentation that successful completion is achieved, and evidence that the course met an industry criteria. Credit for PLA 2116 applies only to the Associate of Applied Science degree and cannot be applied toward any other program. Grading is on a Credit/Non Credit basis. Application and fees apply. A maximum of 24 hours of prior learning credit may be earned. Other restrictions apply. See catalog for more detail.

PLA 2126  Lineman II  

This course is second in a series of four courses which make up MPUA’s Apprentice Lineworker Training Program. It provides entry level (apprentice) electric employees with the knowledge they need to perform their jobs safely and efficiently. Combined classroom, correspondence and hands-on instruction with applied on-the-job training. Includes: Overhead and underground systems; Safety; Pole climbing, installing, and mounting; Conductors, transformers, and substations; and Equipment operation. Provides a credentialed, comprehensive safety program meeting all regulatory guidelines. Approved apprenticeship must provide evidence of mastery of subject as well as evidence to support that instruction is college level, documentation that successful completion is achieved, and evidence that the course met an industry criteria. Credit for PLA 2126 applies only to the Associate of Applied Science degree and cannot be applied toward any other program. Grading is on a Credit/Non Credit basis. Application and fees apply. A maximum of 24 hours of prior learning credit may be earned. Other restrictions apply. See catalog for more detail.

PLA 2136  Lineman III  

This course is third in a series of four courses which make up MPUA’s Apprentice Lineworker Training Program. It provides entry level (apprentice) electric employees with the knowledge they need to perform their jobs safely and efficiently. Combined classroom, correspondence and hands-on instruction with applied on-the-job training. Includes: Overhead and underground systems; Safety; Pole climbing, installing, and mounting; Conductors, transformers, and substations; and Equipment operation. Provides a credentialed, comprehensive safety program meeting all regulatory guidelines. Approved apprenticeship must provide evidence of mastery of subject as well as evidence to support that instruction is college level, documentation that successful completion is achieved, and evidence that the course met an industry criteria. Credit for PLA 2136 applies only to the Associate of Applied Science degree and cannot be applied toward any other program. Grading is on a Credit/Non Credit basis. Application and fees apply. A maximum of 24 hours of prior learning credit may be earned. Other restrictions apply. See catalog for more detail.

PLA 2146  Journeyman Lineman  

This is the final course in a series of four courses which make up MPUA’s Apprentice Lineworker Training Program. It provides entry level (apprentice) electric employees with the knowledge they need to perform their jobs safely and efficiently. Combined classroom, correspondence and hands-on instruction with applied on-the-job training. Includes: Overhead and underground systems; Safety; Pole climbing, installing, and mounting; Conductors, transformers, and substations; and Equipment operation. Provides a credentialed, comprehensive safety program meeting all regulatory guidelines. Approved apprenticeship must provide evidence of mastery of subject as well as evidence to support that instruction is college level, documentation that successful completion is achieved, and evidence that the course met an industry criteria. Credit for PLA 2146 applies only to the Associate of Applied Science degree and cannot be applied toward any other program. Grading is on a Credit/Non Credit basis. Application and fees apply. A maximum of 24 hours of prior learning credit may be earned. Other restrictions apply. See catalog for more detail.

PLA 3001  Portfolio Development for Prior Learning Assessment  
Prerequisite: Completion of 60 hours of credit, which includes all general education requirements, and 12 hours of coursework after being admitted to Arkansas Tech University.

The basis for requesting credit for prior learning is the development of a portfolio with assistance from a faculty advisor. Every student requesting credit for prior learning must enroll in this course and complete a portfolio which demonstrates the college-level learning that has resulted from experiences outside a formal academic framework. The student utilizes this method to document knowledge acquired which is equivalent to upper-division college-level credit.

Note: Grading is on a Pass/Fail basis.
PLA 4201  Prior Learning Assessment Credit  
Prerequisite: PLA 3001.

Based on a recommendation from the designated PLA reviewer, and reviewed by the appropriate academic dean and the University Registrar, the portfolio assessment completed in PLA 3001 will determine the number of hours awarded for prior learning. This variable-credit course provides the opportunity for the student to enroll in the number of hours that were approved through the portfolio. Regular tuition charges will be applied. The Arkansas Higher Education Coordinating Board sets credit limits for experiential/prior learning assessment.

Note: Grading is on a Pass/Fail basis.
PLA 4202  Prior Learning Assessment Credit  
Prerequisite: PLA 3001.

Based on a recommendation from the designated PLA reviewer, and reviewed by the appropriate academic dean and the University Registrar, the portfolio assessment completed in PLA 3001 will determine the number of hours awarded for prior learning. This variable-credit course provides the opportunity for the student to enroll in the number of hours that were approved through the portfolio. Regular tuition charges will be applied. The Arkansas Higher Education Coordinating Board sets credit limits for experiential/prior learning assessment.

Note: Grading is on a Pass/Fail basis.
PLA 4203  Prior Learning Assessment Credit  
Prerequisite: PLA 3001.

Based on a recommendation from the designated PLA reviewer, and reviewed by the appropriate academic dean and the University Registrar, the portfolio assessment completed in PLA 3001 will determine the number of hours awarded for prior learning. This variable-credit course provides the opportunity for the student to enroll in the number of hours that were approved through the portfolio. Regular tuition charges will be applied. The Arkansas Higher Education Coordinating Board sets credit limits for experiential/prior learning assessment.

Note: Grading is on a Pass/Fail basis.
PLA 4204  Prior Learning Assessment Credit  
Prerequisite: PLA 3001.

Based on a recommendation from the designated PLA reviewer, and reviewed by the appropriate academic dean and the University Registrar, the portfolio assessment completed in PLA 3001 will determine the number of hours awarded for prior learning. This variable-credit course provides the opportunity for the student to enroll in the number of hours that were approved through the portfolio. Regular tuition charges will be applied. The Arkansas Higher Education Coordinating Board sets credit limits for experiential/prior learning assessment.

Note: Grading is on a Pass/Fail basis.
PLA 4205  Prior Learning Assessment Credit  
Prerequisite: PLA 3001.

Based on a recommendation from the designated PLA reviewer, and reviewed by the appropriate academic dean and the University Registrar, the portfolio assessment completed in PLA 3001 will determine the number of hours awarded for prior learning. This variable-credit course provides the opportunity for the student to enroll in the number of hours that were approved through the portfolio. Regular tuition charges will be applied. The Arkansas Higher Education Coordinating Board sets credit limits for experiential/prior learning assessment.

Note: Grading is on a Pass/Fail basis.
PLA 4206  Prior Learning Assessment Credit  
Prerequisite: PLA 3001.

Based on a recommendation from the designated PLA reviewer, and reviewed by the appropriate academic dean and the University Registrar, the portfolio assessment completed in PLA 3001 will determine the number of hours awarded for prior learning. This variable-credit course provides the opportunity for the student to enroll in the number of hours that were approved through the portfolio. Regular tuition charges will be applied. The Arkansas Higher Education Coordinating Board sets credit limits for experiential/prior learning assessment.

Note: Grading is on a Pass/Fail basis.
PLA 4207  Prior Learning Assessment Credit  
Prerequisite: PLA 3001.

Based on a recommendation from the designated PLA reviewer, and reviewed by the appropriate academic dean and the University Registrar, the portfolio assessment completed in PLA 3001 will determine the number of hours awarded for prior learning. This variable-credit course provides the opportunity for the student to enroll in the number of hours that were approved through the portfolio. Regular tuition charges will be applied. The Arkansas Higher Education Coordinating Board sets credit limits for experiential/prior learning assessment.

Note: Grading is on a Pass/Fail basis.
PLA 4208  Prior Learning Assessment Credit  
Prerequisite: PLA 3001.

Based on a recommendation from the designated PLA reviewer, and reviewed by the appropriate academic dean and the University Registrar, the portfolio assessment completed in PLA 3001 will determine the number of hours awarded for prior learning. This variable-credit course provides the opportunity for the student to enroll in the number of hours that were approved through the portfolio. Regular tuition charges will be applied. The Arkansas Higher Education Coordinating Board sets credit limits for experiential/prior learning assessment.

Note: Grading is on a Pass/Fail basis.
PLA 4209  Prior Learning Assessment Credit  
Prerequisite: PLA 3001.

Based on a recommendation from the designated PLA reviewer, and reviewed by the appropriate academic dean and the University Registrar, the portfolio assessment completed in PLA 3001 will determine the number of hours awarded for prior learning. This variable-credit course provides the opportunity for the student to enroll in the number of hours that were approved through the portfolio. Regular tuition charges will be applied. The Arkansas Higher Education Coordinating Board sets credit limits for experiential/prior learning assessment.

Note: Grading is on a Pass/Fail basis.
PLA 4210  Prior Learning Assessment Credit  
Prerequisite: PLA 3001.

Based on a recommendation from the designated PLA reviewer, and reviewed by the appropriate academic dean and the University Registrar, the portfolio assessment completed in PLA 3001 will determine the number of hours awarded for prior learning. This variable-credit course provides the opportunity for the student to enroll in the number of hours that were approved through the portfolio. Regular tuition charges will be applied. The Arkansas Higher Education Coordinating Board sets credit limits for experiential/prior learning assessment.

Note: Grading is on a Pass/Fail basis.
PLA 4211  Prior Learning Assessment Credit  
Prerequisite: PLA 3001.

Based on a recommendation from the designated PLA reviewer, and reviewed by the appropriate academic dean and the University Registrar, the portfolio assessment completed in PLA 3001 will determine the number of hours awarded for prior learning. This variable-credit course provides the opportunity for the student to enroll in the number of hours that were approved through the portfolio. Regular tuition charges will be applied. The Arkansas Higher Education Coordinating Board sets credit limits for experiential/prior learning assessment.

Note: Grading is on a Pass/Fail basis.
PLA 4212  Prior Learning Assessment Credit  
Prerequisite: PLA 3001.

Based on a recommendation from the designated PLA reviewer, and reviewed by the appropriate academic dean and the University Registrar, the portfolio assessment completed in PLA 3001 will determine the number of hours awarded for prior learning. This variable-credit course provides the opportunity for the student to enroll in the number of hours that were approved through the portfolio. Regular tuition charges will be applied. The Arkansas Higher Education Coordinating Board sets credit limits for experiential/prior learning assessment.

Note: Grading is on a Pass/Fail basis.
PLA 4213  Prior Learning Assessment Credit  
Prerequisite: PLA 3001.

Based on a recommendation from the designated PLA reviewer, and reviewed by the appropriate academic dean and the University Registrar, the portfolio assessment completed in PLA 3001 will determine the number of hours awarded for prior learning. This variable-credit course provides the opportunity for the student to enroll in the number of hours that were approved through the portfolio. Regular tuition charges will be applied. The Arkansas Higher Education Coordinating Board sets credit limits for experiential/prior learning assessment.

Note: Grading is on a Pass/Fail basis.
PLA 4214  Prior Learning Assessment Credit  
Prerequisite: PLA 3001.

Based on a recommendation from the designated PLA reviewer, and reviewed by the appropriate academic dean and the University Registrar, the portfolio assessment completed in PLA 3001 will determine the number of hours awarded for prior learning. This variable-credit course provides the opportunity for the student to enroll in the number of hours that were approved through the portfolio. Regular tuition charges will be applied. The Arkansas Higher Education Coordinating Board sets credit limits for experiential/prior learning assessment.

Note: Grading is on a Pass/Fail basis.
PLA 4215  Prior Learning Assessment Credit  
Prerequisite: PLA 3001.

Based on a recommendation from the designated PLA reviewer, and reviewed by the appropriate academic dean and the University Registrar, the portfolio assessment completed in PLA 3001 will determine the number of hours awarded for prior learning. This variable-credit course provides the opportunity for the student to enroll in the number of hours that were approved through the portfolio. Regular tuition charges will be applied. The Arkansas Higher Education Coordinating Board sets credit limits for experiential/prior learning assessment.

Note: Grading is on a Pass/Fail basis.