Renewable Energy Technology Wind Electric - State Fair Community College

Renewable Energy Technology Wind Electric from State Fair Community College is a Campus Associate Energy Management degree that prepares you for a Engineering career. According to the American Wind Energy Association (AWEA), www.awea.org, by the year 2030, 20% of the power produced in this country will come from the wind. Installing more wind power would foster rural economic development and support roughly 500,000 new jobs. This program will prepare students to pursue careers in this new and growing career fi eld. The program is structured to initially provide students with a fundamental understanding of the theory and application of the various types of renewable energy technology . The Renewable Energy Technology with emphasis in Wind Electric program will enable each student to develop an in-depth understanding of how to specify, confi gure, install, inspect, and maintain small wind energy systems . The program will offer students both classroom and hands-on lab experience. Internship opportunities will be offered. In addition, the program will emphasize OSHA safety training and detailed understanding of the National Electrical Code as it applies to the installation of wind energy systems. The program requires students lift objects weighing 30 pounds or more and to perform tasks at heights of 45 ? 100 feet above the ground. Profi ciency in math skills, using computers, safety equipment, and hand tools is required. The curriculum is structured to cover all the objectives for the North American Board of Certifi ed Energy Practitioners (NABCEP), www.NABCEP.org, Small Wind Installer Certifi cation. NABCEP is the "gold standard" for wind energy certifi cation and designed to raise industry standards. In addition, the program will follow AWEA's skills training recommendation for entry-level wind turbine service technicians . Upon successful completion of the program, students will be prepared to take the NABCEP Certifi ed Small Wind Installer Exam, once they complete the appropriate work experience requirements. The program will pursue certifi cation through the Interstate Renewable Energy Council* (IREC) View more details on State Fair Community College . Ask your questions and apply online for this program or find other related Energy Management courses.