1,040 Didactic (Theory) Hours (Includes 240 General Education), 640 Lab (Hands-on) Hours
The Energy Technology program is a combination of classroom, hands-on assignments, and outside work/homework. Power generation, powerplant operations, wind power, compression technology and process systems are covered. Graduates may have entry level career choices in the energy industry to include, Wind, Gas, Coal, Nuclear, Solar, Standby Power, Geothermal, Hydroelectric, Methane/Landfill Gas Generation, Power Distribution and Dispatch, and Water Treatment. Jobs may include: Powerplant Operator, Maintenance Worker/Repairer, Industrial Mechanic, Electrical/Electrician Repairer, Auxiliary Operator, Control Operator, Operations and Maintenance Technician, Field Service Technician, Boiler Operator, Gas Turbine Technician, Wind Turbine Construction Technician, Wind Service Technician, Quality Control Technician, Millwright, Testing Technician, Telecommunication Technician, Blade Repair Technician, Maintenance Apprentice, Generator Technician and Solar Installation Technician. Additionally, the general education courses expand and enhance non-technical skills important to the career growth and development of graduates of this program.