Professional Utility Locating: Hybrid

Develop the knowledge, skills, and confidence to understand how electromagnetic utility locating equipment works and apply industry best practices through a combination of online learning and instructor-led, hands-on training.

This NULCA-accredited hybrid course combines the flexibility of self-paced online learning with one full day of on-site field and simulator training. Learners complete the online coursework before attending an instructor-led practical session where they apply classroom concepts using locating equipment, training simulators, and real-world field exercises.

Designed for new utility locators and experienced professionals alike, this course bridges the gap between theory and application, helping learners build confidence in both their technical understanding and practical locating skills.

What You'll Learn

Throughout this course, you'll learn how to:
  • Understand how electromagnetic locating signals are generated, transmitted, and detected.
  • Interpret signal behavior under varying field conditions.
  • Apply proper transmitter connection and grounding techniques.
  • Select appropriate locating frequencies.
  • Operate locating receivers with greater confidence.
  • Identify common sources of distortion and interference.
  • Apply industry best practices to improve locating accuracy.
  • Practice locating techniques using field equipment and training simulators under instructor guidance.
  • Reinforce classroom concepts through hands-on exercises and real-world locating scenarios.

Course Curriculum

Module 1 – Understanding Signal Transmission and Detection in Utility Locating
Explore the science behind electromagnetic locating, including signal behavior, grounding, frequency selection, environmental influences, distortion, and methods for verifying signal reliability.
 
Module 2 – Mastering the Signal: Transmitter Techniques for Locating Success
Learn proper transmitter operation, including direct connection, induction methods, grounding practices, circuit quality, signal isolation, frequency selection, and equipment care.
 
Module 3 – Receiver Ready: Mastering the Art of Utility Detection
Develop the skills needed to search for, identify, trace, pinpoint, and verify underground utilities while interpreting complete receiver responses with confidence.
 
Hands-On Field & Simulator Training
Apply the concepts learned online during an instructor-led practical session featuring transmitter setup, receiver operation, simulated locating scenarios, troubleshooting exercises, and field-based locating activities.
 

Course Includes

✔ Self-paced online instruction
 
✔ Instructor-led field and simulator training

✔ Hands-on equipment operation

✔ Interactive learning activities

✔ Real-world demonstrations

✔ Knowledge checks and module assessments

✔ Certificate of Completion

Delivery Format

Format: Hybrid (Self-Paced Online + One-Day Instructor-Led Practical)
 
Access: Complete the online coursework through GeoPoint Academy before attending the scheduled field training session.

Completion: Successful completion of both the online coursework and the practical training is required.

 

Important Information

This course combines foundational online instruction with practical field experience designed to reinforce key utility locating concepts and techniques.
 
Successful completion does not replace employer qualification requirements, equipment-specific training, supervised field experience, or site-specific safety procedures. Learners should always follow company policies, applicable regulations, manufacturer recommendations, and established utility locating best practices.
 
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