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Sustainable Energy, Specialized Diploma

Overview

Narrative

Participants will gain an understanding of the fundamentals of energy conversion, conservation, sustainability and the role energy has played in the development of modern society. Combining fundamental coursework in electrical technology with courses in energy policy will help students develop a broad perspective on the issues, challenges, and potential solutions for global sustainable energy. This specialized diploma program offers students an introduction to the wide range of topics associated with sustainable energy, including electrical fundamentals, hands-on training experiences, and public policy development.

Features

Students completing the program requirements will gain a broad understanding of the sustainable energy landscape, including global energy policy, energy fundamentals, current renewable energy alternatives, and practical hands-on electrical skills. After completion of the second semester Solar Photovoltaics System course students are eligible to sit for the NABCEP associate level exam (optional). Most of the completed courses may be applied towards a certificate or 2 year degree at NCC in Electrical Construction Technology, HVAC Technology, or Construction Management.

Admission to the program is open to any student meeting the standard college entrance requirements. To complete the on-campus program in a timely basis, students should meet with the electrical program manager for advising prior to entering the program.

Contact the Admissions Office at 610.861.5500 for further information.

Outcomes

Students who complete the Sustainable Energy Specialized Diploma program will be able to:

  • Demonstrate competent speaking, technical vocabulary, and technical writing skills when working with diverse groups displaying the ability to work independently & collaboratively for observation, integrative, and synthetic skills.
  • Describe basic concepts utilized for the transmission and storage of energy.
  • Demonstrate critical thinking when evaluating and discussing alternative forms of energy generation.
  • Apply mathematics to evaluate the relative costs of sustainable energy.
  • Apply knowledge mastered to troubleshooting and solving discipline and industry-related problems by analyzing and presenting data in an acceptable and standardized manner with proficient research and computer data-gathering skills.

Courses

First Semester

COLS101College Success

1 credits

ELTC101Electrical Fundamentals

3 credits

ENGL101English I

3 credits

HUMA150Nature of the Environment

3 credits

MATH103Technical Mathematics

3 credits

Total Credit Hours:13

Second Semester

CISC101Introduction to Information Technology

3 credits

ELTC130Introduction to Sustainable Energy

3 credits

ELTC222Solar Photovoltaic Systems I

3 credits

GEOG121Environmental Sustainability

3 credits

Total Credit Hours:12

Total Credit Hours: 25