Renewable Energy Technology, AAS

Program Details

Semester 1

• ELT 383 - Electronic Circuit Analysis Credits: 3
• ELT 384 - Electronic Circuit Anlys. Lab Credits: 2
• ELT 325 - Digital Electronics Credits: 3
• ELT 324 - Digital Electronics Lab Credits: 2
• ELT 108 - Math-Electronics & Computers Credits: 4
• SDV 108 - The College Experience Credits: 1

Semester 2

• ELT 387 - Electric Circuit Analysis II Credits: 3
• ELT 388 - Elec Circuit Analysis II Lab Credits: 2
• ELT 123 - Programmable Controllers Credits: 3
• MFG 276 - Hand & Bench Machine Tools Credits: 1
• Any 3 credits AAS Degree Core Social and Behavioral Science/Humanities   Credits: 3
• Select 3-5 credits in Option 1 Credits: 3-5

Semester 3

• ELT 728 - Motor Controls and Power Electronics Credits: 4
• ELT 125 - Advanced PLC Credits: 3
• CAD 119 - Intro Computer-Aided Drafting Credits: 3

Semester 4

• WTT 216 - Power Generation/Transmission Credits: 3
• ELT 172 - NEC Commercial/Industrial Credits: 3
• ELT 173 - NEC Commercial/Industrial Lab Credits: 4
• ELT 950 - Intro to Renewable Energy Credits: 2
• PHY 710 - Technical Physics Credits: 3

Semester 5

• ELT 642 - Pro.Control & Instrumentation Credits: 4
• ELT 644 - Process Control Instr Lab Credits: 2
• ELT 951 - Applied Photovoltaic Systems Credits: 4
• Any 3 credits AAS Degree Core Communications   Credits: 3

Total Credits Required to Complete this Award - 69

Fixed Costs

Tuition……………………………………………………………………………………..$178.00 per credit

The costs for each program are estimates and subject to change.

Varied Costs

Approximate total cost for the program: $15,207**

**Program entry requirements are not included in the total approximate cost.

What Kind of Work Will You Do?

• Install, diagnose and repair electronic equipment
• Perform preventative maintenance, calibrations and upgrades on existing equipment
• Maintain service records
• Interact with members for the workforce who have various levels of knowledge and experience with electronic equipment

What Skills and Abilities Will You Need?

• Demonstrate knowledge of basic principles of electronics, physics, mathematics and industrial equipment.
• Demonstrate knowledge of test equipment used for testing, calibrating and maintaining electronic equipment.
• Apply knowledge to problems with the operation, installation, maintenance, and repair of electronic equipment.
• Demonstrate ability to understand technical manuals and reference material to upgrade existing skills and learn new skills.
• Communicate with managers and staff regarding the safe operation, Installation and modification of electronic systems.

What Else Should I Consider about this Program or Career Choice?

• Demonstrate the ability to be a “self-starter.”
• Possess a strong personal commitment to succeed as a technician.
• Anticipated average starting salary $46,000. www.bls.gov

Program Competencies

1. Demonstrate knowledge of basic principles of electronics, physics, mathematics, and industrial equipment.
2. Appraise problems surrounding the operation, installation, maintenance, repair, and troubleshooting of electronic systems.
3. Communicate with managers and staff regarding the safe operation, installation, and modification of electronic systems.
4. Demonstrate the ability to understand technical manuals and other literature to upgrade existing skills and learn new skills.
5. Employ logic, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills in the troubleshooting of electronic systems and components.
6. Demonstrate the basic and emerging principles and concepts that impact generation, transport, installation, operation, and maintenance of technologies and related equipment used to produce energy.

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