Wind Energy Technology
Associate Degree in Applied Science
Program No: 10-482-1
Degree Completion Time: 4 Terms
2012-2013 Program
Curriculum and Course Offerings
Recommended Sequence of Courses
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About the Career
The wind energy industry is the fastest growing segment of renewable energy production. The U.S. and Canadian commercial wind farms are experiencing annual growth of 25%. Employers seek skilled technicians for operation and maintenance activities in local wind farm settings. There is also intense demand for upper-level technicians within U.S. and international wind turbine manufacturers; these include: installation technician, quality control technician, and warranty and commissioning technicians. Operation and maintenance positions remain with a given wind farm location; other technicians travel extensively with the development of new wind farms and repair/retrofitting of wind farms around the world.
Program Goals
As a Wind Energy Technology student, you'll learn to:
- Install, test, service and repair wind turbine components
- Troubleshoot and maintain control and PLC systems
- Troubleshoot and maintain SCADA systems
- Wear PPE for climbing and identify safety practices for climbing
- Practice safe wind turbine tower climbing skills
Careers
- Wind Turbine Technician/Mechanic/Tower Climber
- Installation Technician
- Operation and Maintenance Technician
- Wind Farm Maintenance Manager
Sample Classes
- Intro to Wind Systems
- Wind Technician 1 & 2
- Programmable Controllers- Allen Bradley
- Industrial Controls and Motors
- Industrial Codes Troubleshooting and Frequency Drive Procedures
Approximate Costs
- $126 per credit (resident)
- $182 per credit (out-of-state resident)
- Online class fee is $10 per credit
- Other fees vary by program (books, supplies, materials, tools, uniforms, health-related exams, etc)
Want more information?
- Submit your questions online.
- Email info@gotoltc.edu
- Call 1.888.GO TO LTC, Ext. 1109
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