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ATE Network for Utilities and Energy Technical Education

Utilities and Energy Coordination Network

Curriculum

First Semester / First 8 Weeks

   10-480-101 Renewable Energy - Sustainable.pdf

   10-660-116 Introduction to AC-DC.pdf

First Semester / Second 8 Weeks

   10-482-126 Introduction to Solar.pdf

Second Semester / First 8 Weeks

   10-664-100 Automatio 1 Control Logic.pdf

   10-620-100 Fluids 1 Basic Pneumatics.pdf

   10-660-101 Digital 1 Logic.pdf

   10-482-132 Photovoltaics-Design & Site.pdf

Second Semester / Second 8 Weeks

   10-620-140 Machine Wiring and Safety.pdf

   10-660-102 Digital 2 Sequential.pdf

   10-664-101 Automation 2 Motor Control.pdf

   10-620-101 Fluids 2 Basic Hydraulics.pdf

   10-660-108 AC 2 Reactance.pdf

Third Semester / First 8 Weeks

   10-482-133 Photovoltaics-Advanced.pdf

   10-481-114 Intro to Energy Management.pdf

   10-403-100 Blueprint Reading Intro.pdf

Third Semester / Second 8 Weeks

   10-482-127 Solar Storage & EV Charging-not complete

   10-481-109 Commercial HVACR Analysis.pdf

Fourth Semester / First 8 Weeks

   10-482-128 PV Monitoring & Troubleshoot-not complete

Fourth Semester / Second 8 Weeks

   10-483-106 Solar Advanced System Design.pdf

 

No tools are required for this program.

Solar Program Survey Results

The Solar Program survey that asked employers to rank key technical and professional skills being taught, to identify additional important skills, and to list training their organizations currently provide is being analyzed. The results will summarized by the Solar Instructor and discussed with the Advisory Committee. It will be determined whether the current curriculum meets industry needs. 

Solar Energy Survey Results.pdf

To start your own training or for more information on the report, contact Howard.Herrild@nwtc.edu

student installing solar panels on top of Energy BuildingSolar Energy Technology Associate Degree

The Solar Energy Technology program provides installers, designers, and technical sales personnel the skills to assess sites; design systems; install, operate, and maintain solar electric and solar thermal systems for residential and commercial applications in the growing renewable energy industry.  Potential employment possibilities will be with existing solar, electrical, and mechanical contractors to help expand their offerings of solar energy technologies. Other possible areas of employment are with energy consulting firms, design firms and utilities. With additional education and experience, graduates can expand their careers to energy analyst, journeyperson electrician/plumber, project manager, energy engineer, and environmental consultant.

Solar Energy-Certificate

Explore renewable energy generation systems with a focus on solar electric (photovoltaic) systems.

Faculty Job Description

Solar Energy Instructor.pdf

Student Recruitment