Renewable Energy Technologies, A.A.S.

Total Degree Hours: 60

*This program is pending approval of revised curriculum

The Renewable Energy Technologies Associate of Applied Science degree is a program designed for students interested in the manufacturing, repair, installation and maintenance of photovoltaic systems, wind turbines, solar thermal systems, and biofuel equipment. Students will learn about design requirements, welding, installation guidelines, materials and resources, green buildings, safety issues, maintenance and trouble shooting. This program will include training in energy auditing for commercial and residential applications.

Program Learning Outcomes:

Program graduates will be able to:

1. Identify symbols and dimensions (lines) for ANSI/ASME/ISO standards as it relates to Computer Aided Drafting.
2. Describe, design, and operate various layouts, materials calculations and cost estimates for rafters (roofs and trusses).
3. Define and apply the fundamentals of AC and DC circuits.
4. Identify and support key elements in electrical systems from generation to end consumer consumption.
5. Demonstrate knowledge of principles of active and passive solar systems, generating systems, biomass, wind, geothermal, electrical power generation, and energy storage.
6. Identify, discuss, and apply the movement of energy, energy audits tools and conservation techniques to include creating a sales proposal of suggestions to the consumer.
7. Synthesize a complete (identify system components) of an on-paper photovoltaic system based on knowledge of regulatory principles.
8. Provide a working knowledge of sizing, installation, and maintenance of solar domestic hot water systems.
9. Retain and demonstrate the ability to apply OSHA Regulation, 29 CFR 1926.
10. Apply the concepts plumbing systems, materials, joints, fitting, values, and tools per industry standards.
11. Operate shielded metal arc welding equipment in order to perform basic designs in a safe manner and to understand basic application of metal arc welding applications.
12. Define, discuss, and explain wind energy specific terms, identify the different classifications of wind turbines, understand the mechanics of converting a moving fluid (wind) into more useful electrical energy and estimate the potential wind energy available at a specific site.