Energy Systems Technology
22 credit hours
Catalog Year 2023-2024
The Energy Systems Technology Skills Certificate prepares you for an entry-level position such as a technician, integrator, installer or energy auditor in a wide range of renewable energy fields. The certificate includes a wide variety of technologies to choose from such as building automation, wind energy, photovoltaic energy, energy storage and EV chargers. Focus will be on basic skills in electrical systems, mechanical integration, installation and integration. With these skills, you can install, troubleshoot, and repair various renewable energy systems. Should you decide to pursue further education in this area, you can apply all of these courses toward the Industrial Technology Certificate or the Industrial Technology AAS degree.
Certificate Requirements
Class | Title | Credit Hours | |
---|---|---|---|
MAIN 101 | Industrial and Building Electricity | 3 | |
REEC 120 | Sustainability and Renewable Energy | 3 | |
REEC 234 | Battery Technologies | 3 | |
OR |
10-Hour OSHA Construction or General Industry Safety OR 30-Hour OSHA Construction or General Industry Safety |
1-2 | |
Emphasis Option |
Choose at least one emphasis option to complete requirements |
12 | |
Total Credit Hours | 22 |
Renewable Energy Technology Option - 12 hours
Class | Title | Credit Hours | |
---|---|---|---|
CTEC 101 | Introduction to Computers | 3 | |
REEC 140 | Photovoltaic Systems | 3 | |
REEC 240 | Wind Turbine Technology | 3 | |
Energy Storage and EV Chargers |
3 |
Solar Energy Technology Option - 12 hours
Class | Title | Credit Hours | |
---|---|---|---|
CTEC 101 | Introduction to Computers | 3 | |
REEC 140 | Photovoltaic Systems | 3 | |
Energy Storage and EV Chargers |
3 | ||
Elective |
3 |
Wind Energy Technology Option - 12 hours
Class | Title | Credit Hours | |
---|---|---|---|
MAIN 102 | Mechanical Systems | 3 | |
MAIN 202 | Fluid Power and Mechanical Systems | 3 | |
Programmable Controllers |
3 | ||
Wind Turbine Technology |
3 |
Building Automation Technology Option - 12 hours
Class | Title | Credit Hours | |
---|---|---|---|
MAIN 104 | Air Conditioning and Refrigeration | 3 | |
MAIN 221 | Heating Systems | 3 | |
Building Automation |
3 | ||
Elective |
3 |