Pueblo Community College
The new Solar Photovoltaic Installer Certificate teaches you about safety, racking systems and the installation of electrical and energy storage components associated with photovoltaic solar systems. You’ll also learn how to inspect, test and commission the system. It all starts with the fundamentals and a solid understanding of various components, system architectures and applications for PV systems. Other topics include site analysis, system sizing, array configuration and performance estimation; electrical design characteristics such as wiring, overcurrent protection and grounding; a detailed look at module and inverter specifications and characteristics; mounting methods for various roof structures and ground-mounts; and an introduction to safely and effectively commissioning grid-direct PV systems.
Lake Regions State College
Students in the Wind Energy Technician program have the option of completing a one-year certificate program or continuing to the second year to earn an Associate in Applied Science degree.
The Wind Energy Technician Program at Lake Region State College is the first of its kind in the state of North Dakota. Rapid growth in the wind energy industry has sparked a burgeoning need for technicians. Lake Region State College has anticipated this emergence of workforce need and has worked closely with industry representatives to designed wind energy technician training courses that will prepare students for careers in the wind energy industry.
Purdue University
Exploring Renewable Energy: A summer STEM camp will engage students in hands-on learning with experts in higher education as well as professionals in the field of renewable energy. Students entering grades 8-12 in the fall of 2022 are eligible to apply. Students will get an inside view of an operating nacelle, experience with simulators and a climbing tower, as well as see an operational wind turbine. Students will learn about the generation and use of electricity as well as an introduction to electronics and robotics. Students will have hands-on experiences with the Microgrid Trainer, a portable training device that includes power generation, micro-inverter, storage and renewable energy technology.
Northwestern Oklahoma State University
Exploring Renewable Energy: A summer STEM camp will engage students in hands-on learning with experts in higher education as well as professionals in the field of renewable energy. Students entering grades 8-12 in the fall of 2022 are eligible to apply. Students will get an inside view of an operating nacelle, experience with simulators and a climbing tower, as well as see an operational wind turbine. Students will learn about the generation and use of electricity as well as an introduction to electronics and robotics. Students will have hands-on experiences with the Microgrid Trainer, a portable training device that includes power generation, micro-inverter, storage and renewable energy technology.
New Mexico Junior College
The purpose of the Energy Technology Education Program at New Mexico Junior College is to support the educational infrastructure necessary for the nation to successfully move forward with its energy initiatives. The dynamic program promotes and strengthens courses by teaching the required skills, safety standards, site security, environmental protection, and other critical fields relating the nation's energy needs.
The Associate of Applied Arts Degree and Certification Program is offered completely online (except the Alternative Energy Technician). Students will have the luxury of taking classes in their own environment while also having access to the many resources provided by New Mexico Junior College.
Northern Oklahoma College
NOC has been working Enel Green Power, Oklahoma’s second-largest wind operator, to establish this program and is working with other industrial partners to promote the program. In the fall of 2020, thirteen students were enrolled in the Introduction to Wind class and will continue in the program. Several of these students have already secured jobs in the Wind industry. Wind is the fastest growing occupation in Oklahoma with a 64.5% projected growth from 2018-2028.
Jefferson Community and Technical College
Instruction in systems such as engines, fuel, on-board computers, transmissions, steering, suspension and brakes is the basis of this program. Knowledge of the various systems is used to develop skills in troubleshooting, performing preventative maintenance, servicing and repairing automobiles.
The program, which is designed to be completed in two years, prepares graduates for entry-level service technician jobs in the auto repair industry. The student may be provided a unique work-study experience alternating between periods of work on-site and work in a classroom - laboratory setting.
Madison College
Madison College offers a Renewable Energy Certificate program for students interested in the design, engineering, economic analysis, installation, maintenance and repair of various types of renewable energy systems.
The Renewable Energy certificate program is designed to integrate interdisciplinary technical courses taught by faculty who hold appointments and certifications in a variety of instructional areas, including electrical and mechanical technology, engineering, agriculture, and basic and applied sciences.
Central Carolina Community College
Sustainability Technologies at Central Carolina Community College opens the door to a variety of careers in the growing green economy. The new Associate in Applied Science in Sustainability Technologies degree builds on the college's long experience in training workers and entrepreneurs for fields that are both Earth-and consumer-friendly. Certificates and diplomas are also available.
Shoreline Community College
Train for a career in the expanding field of renewable energy by learning to manage, design, build, market or operate sustainable, clean energy technologies
Northeastern Junior College
Our Wind Energy Program provides students with core electrical, mechanical, and hydraulic/pneumatic skills which are applicable to many industries, such as advanced manufacturing, material or food processing, and industrial system repair.
The University of Arizona, Tucson
The Department of Agricultural Education, Technology and Innovation combines knowledge of agriculture, education, leadership, communication, applied science, and technology to prepare tomorrow's leaders for careers in agricultural education and related businesses and industries.
Northeast Wisconsin Technical College
Careers in solar technology, utilities, wind power, and telecommunications are known for high earning potential, new technology, and excellent job growth.
Delaware Technical Community College
Delaware Tech two-year degree in Renewable Energy will prepare you for immediate employment in various entry-level positions in the industry – for both national companies and local businesses.
College of the Canyons
College of the Canyons has a long history of embracing sustainable technologies that are friendly to the environment, as well as cost- and energy-efficient.
Laramie County Community College
Students in this one-semester program will learn about installing, inspecting, maintaining, operating and repairing wind turbines.
They will learn about the components that create electrical energy as well as the system operation. Students will learn preventative maintenance on wind turbines in addition to troubleshooting faults. They will practice safe usage of industry tools and climbing.