In this course, students will investigate the need for renewable energy systems and emerging careers in renewable energy. Students will examine the basic design, function, cost, and other considerations associated with various "green" energy systems, including solar photovoltaic, solar thermal, wind, geothermal and biomass. Students will also explore the production and use of alternative transportation fuels.

2 credits

Attachments:
  Energy Sectors:  Renewable Energy Sectors Course Delivery:  Online Course Level:  Beginner Type of Course:  Community Education/Awareness If you chose "Other" for the Certification, please specify:  N/A Course Duration:  34 Hour(s) Course Capacity :  30 Per Course Requirements : 

Additional Information :  This course is a required course in each of Mid-State Technical College's five associate degree renewable energy/energy efficiency programs. http://www.mstc.edu/biorefinerytechnology/index.htm http://www.mstc.edu/energyefficiencytechnician/ http://www.mstc.edu/renewableelectricitytechnician/index.htm http://www.mstc.edu/renewableenergyspecialist/ http://www.mstc.edu/renewablethermalenergytech/index.htm