| FIRST YEAR | |||
| First Semester | Hours | ||
| CORE | TEC-057 | Introduction to Renewable Energy TEC-057 This course provides students with an introduction to forms of renewable energy as well as how it is produced and utilized. Topics include photovoltaic, solar and wind energy production. (Repeatable 3 Times)
Introduction to Renewable Energy Course Outline | 3.0 |
| CORE | BUS-142 | Introduction to Business BUS-142 Covers the objectives, organization and role of business in the free-enterprise system. The course is designed to provide an overview of the field of business and to provide a framework into which specialized fields may be studied.
Introduction to Business Course Outline | 3.0 |
| GEN | ENG-119 | Composition I Pathway ORENG-119 Students will study the writing process by reading essays illustrating a variety of rhetorical strategies, analyzing texts and writing, revising and editing short essays. Course is for students who have assessed into developmental English, receiving supplemental instruction for course completion.
Composition I Pathway Course Outline | |
| GEN | ENG-120 | Composition I ORENG-120 Students develop a writing process by reading and analyzing texts that illustrate various rhetorical strategies as well as writing, revising and editing short essays. Minimally, students must compose four formal, revised writing assignments, having one reach at least 1,250 words.
Composition I Course Outline | |
| GEN | BUS-141 | Business Communications BUS-141 Provides students with practical strategies for improving written and oral communication, including employment communication in business settings.
Business Communications Course Outline | 3.0 |
| CORE | BUS-247 | Principles of Marketing BUS-247 Covers the selection of target markets; the controllable variables of the marketing mix including product, place, price and promotion; and the uncontrollable variables including legal environment, economic environment and cultural environment.
Principles of Marketing Course Outline | 3.0 |
| CORE | CIS-160 | Practical Software Applications CIS-160 Provides an opportunity for students to learn computer concepts and to use word processing, spreadsheet, database management and presentation software. (Repeatable 3 Times)
Practical Software Applications Course Outline | 3.0 |
Semester Totals |
15.0 | ||
| Second Semester | |||
| GEN | COM-111 | Intro to Speech Communication COM-111 Focuses on the fundamental principles and methods of selecting, analyzing, organizing, developing and communicating information, evidence and points of view to audiences.
Intro to Speech Communication Course Outline | 3.0 |
| CORE | TEC-058 | Alternative Energy TEC-058 This course provides students with an introduction to forms of alternative energy. Topics include hydrogen, fuel cells, electric powered vehicles, and other emerging green technologies. (Repeatable 3 Times)
Alternative Energy Course Outline | 3.0 |
| ELE | --- --- | Suggested Elective --- ---
Suggested Elective | 3.0 |
| GEN | ECO-231 | Principles of Economics I (Macro) ECO-231 Focuses on the nature and method of economics, basic supply and demand analysis, national income accounting, business cycles, inflation and unemployment, fiscal policy, money and banking and monetary policy.
Principles of Economics I (Macro) Course Outline | 3.0 |
| CORE | BUS-251 | Principles of Management BUS-251 Provides an overview of how managers utilize planning, organization, leadership and control in order to ensure that a firm achieves its goals in the most efficient way possible.
Principles of Management Course Outline | 3.0 |
Semester Totals |
15.0 | ||
Total Program Hours | 30.0 | ||
| Suggested Electives | |||
| ELE | CAD-056 | CAD I CAD-056 Basic theory of CAD. Students will learn to use a computer aided drafting system to create simple to moderately complex technical drawings. (Repeatable 1 Time)
CAD I Course Outline | 2.0 |
| ELE | CIS-081 | Networking Essentials CIS-081 An introduction to networking technology for local area networks (LANs), wide area networks (WANs) and the internet. Designed for those seeking a career in network administration and support or those seeking professional certification. Leads toward Network+ Certification. (Repeatable 3 Times)
Networking Essentials Course Outline | 3.0 |
| ELE | CIS-088 | Adobe Photoshop CIS-088 This course introduces the basics of Photoshop, an image-editing program. These basics include working with layers, selections, color adjustment, paint tools, filters and type transforming. (Repeatable 3 Times)
Adobe Photoshop Course Outline | 3.0 |
| ELE | CIS-098 | Advanced Desktop Skills CIS-098 InDesign, Illustrator and Photoshop are used to create advanced desktop publishing designs. Emphasis is placed on creating your own styles, graphics and layouts. Pre-press and printing techniques are also covered. (Repeatable 3 Times)
Advanced Desktop Skills Course Outline | 3.0 |
| ELE | CIS-099 | Introduction to Web Technology CIS-099 This introductory course teaches web page design principles, including proper use of HTML5 and CSS3 and introductory JavaScript. (Repeatable 3 Times)
Introduction to Web Technology Course Outline | 3.0 |
| ELE | EET-060 | Computer Hardware EET-060 This course is designed to teach the fundamentals of computer hardware and give students hands-on experience in assembling, upgrading and troubleshooting basic computer systems and hardware.
Computer Hardware Course Outline | 3.0 |
| ELE | EET-075 | HMI-Human Machine Interface EET-075 This course covers basic HMI operation and programming using Wonderware-InTouch software. Topics include designing HMI windows, interfacing to the PLC and basic animation, using and creating logic scripts, using DDE, setting alarms and charting trends and security.
HMI-Human Machine Interface Course Outline | 2.0 |
| ELE | EET-087 | Prog Logic Controllers II EET-087 This course covers advanced topics of PLC operation and programming, using Rslogix software and Allen Bradley PLCs. Topics include project creation analog I/O, math and data handling instruction, program flow and communication protocols. (Meets SACA Automation Specialist I C-207, C-208 and II C-309 credentials.)
Prog Logic Controllers II Course Outline | 2.0 |
| ELE | IND-044 | Fluid Power IND-044 Provides technicians with basic concepts of pneumatics and hydraulics. This includes fluid properties and laws, safety concerns, conductor types and sizing, pump operation and horsepower requirements, directional, pressure and flow control valves and fluid symbols. Trainers provide hands-on experience for students.
Fluid Power Course Outline | 3.0 |
| ELE | MET-043 | Motors and Generators MET-043 This course focuses on the installation, maintenance and application of motors, equipment and controls.
Motors and Generators Course Outline | 2.5 |
| ELE | MTT-050 | Intro to Machining Procedures MTT-050 A study designed to highlight the theory and application of cutoff machines, drill press, engine lathe, milling machines and basic benchwork involving layout and hand tools.
Intro to Machining Procedures Course Outline | 3.0 |
| ELE | TEC-059 | Energy Management TEC-059 Successful completion of this course prepares participants to assess and improve homes according to current industry standards for residential building weatherization. It includes blower door testing and recommended weather sealing techniques to achieve improved resident comfort and energy cost savings. (Repeatable 3 Times)
Energy Management Course Outline | 2.0 |
| ELE | TEC-066 | Resource Sustainability TEC-066 This course will examine sustainable energy generation and use, housing sustainability, water use, recycling, resource reduction and cultural issues relating to lifestyles of health and sustainability. (Repeatable 3 Times)
Resource Sustainability Course Outline | 3.0 |
| ELE | TEC-068 | Sp Topics Renewable Energy TEC-068 This course will examine fundamentals, principles,practices, and issues associated with special topics in renewable energy. It covers basic through advanced issues and topics associated with sustainability and the renewable energy field. Advanced coursework is adjusted to special interest groups. (Repeatable 3 Times)
Sp Topics Renewable Energy Course Outline | .5 |
| ELE | WEL-056 | Metal Cutting and Fabrication WEL-056 This course is designed to provide an understanding of metal cutting and fabricating processes and weld joint design.
Metal Cutting and Fabrication Course Outline | 2.0 |
| ELE | WEL-057 | Welding Fundamentals WEL-057 This course will cover basic welding processes, including: Oxy-Acetylene welding, Arc welding, Cutting and Brazing.
Welding Fundamentals Course Outline | 2.5 |
| ELE | WND-040 | Introduction to Wind Technology WND-040 This course provides students with an understanding of basic wind technology concepts. Topics include turbine parts and operation, anemometry data collection and analysis, and evaluation of basic turbine technology. (Repeatable 3 Times)
Introduction to Wind Technology Course Outline | 3.0 |
| ELE | WND-041 | Wind Technology Maintenance I WND-041 This course introduces students to wind turbine maintenance. Lectures focus on gearbox and electrical system maintenance while the labs focus on tools, climbing and safety. (Repeatable 3 Times)
Wind Technology Maintenance I Course Outline | 3.0 |
| Suggested Electives | |||
| ELE | CAD-056 | CAD I CAD-056 Basic theory of CAD. Students will learn to use a computer aided drafting system to create simple to moderately complex technical drawings. (Repeatable 1 Time)
CAD I Course Outline | 2.0 |
| ELE | CIS-081 | Networking Essentials CIS-081 An introduction to networking technology for local area networks (LANs), wide area networks (WANs) and the internet. Designed for those seeking a career in network administration and support or those seeking professional certification. Leads toward Network+ Certification. (Repeatable 3 Times)
Networking Essentials Course Outline | 3.0 |
| ELE | CIS-088 | Adobe Photoshop CIS-088 This course introduces the basics of Photoshop, an image-editing program. These basics include working with layers, selections, color adjustment, paint tools, filters and type transforming. (Repeatable 3 Times)
Adobe Photoshop Course Outline | 3.0 |
| ELE | CIS-098 | Advanced Desktop Skills CIS-098 InDesign, Illustrator and Photoshop are used to create advanced desktop publishing designs. Emphasis is placed on creating your own styles, graphics and layouts. Pre-press and printing techniques are also covered. (Repeatable 3 Times)
Advanced Desktop Skills Course Outline | 3.0 |
| ELE | CIS-099 | Introduction to Web Technology CIS-099 This introductory course teaches web page design principles, including proper use of HTML5 and CSS3 and introductory JavaScript. (Repeatable 3 Times)
Introduction to Web Technology Course Outline | 3.0 |
| ELE | EET-060 | Computer Hardware EET-060 This course is designed to teach the fundamentals of computer hardware and give students hands-on experience in assembling, upgrading and troubleshooting basic computer systems and hardware.
Computer Hardware Course Outline | 3.0 |
| ELE | EET-075 | HMI-Human Machine Interface EET-075 This course covers basic HMI operation and programming using Wonderware-InTouch software. Topics include designing HMI windows, interfacing to the PLC and basic animation, using and creating logic scripts, using DDE, setting alarms and charting trends and security.
HMI-Human Machine Interface Course Outline | 2.0 |
| ELE | EET-087 | Prog Logic Controllers II EET-087 This course covers advanced topics of PLC operation and programming, using Rslogix software and Allen Bradley PLCs. Topics include project creation analog I/O, math and data handling instruction, program flow and communication protocols. (Meets SACA Automation Specialist I C-207, C-208 and II C-309 credentials.)
Prog Logic Controllers II Course Outline | 2.0 |
| ELE | IND-044 | Fluid Power IND-044 Provides technicians with basic concepts of pneumatics and hydraulics. This includes fluid properties and laws, safety concerns, conductor types and sizing, pump operation and horsepower requirements, directional, pressure and flow control valves and fluid symbols. Trainers provide hands-on experience for students.
Fluid Power Course Outline | 3.0 |
| ELE | MET-043 | Motors and Generators MET-043 This course focuses on the installation, maintenance and application of motors, equipment and controls.
Motors and Generators Course Outline | 2.5 |
| ELE | MTT-050 | Intro to Machining Procedures MTT-050 A study designed to highlight the theory and application of cutoff machines, drill press, engine lathe, milling machines and basic benchwork involving layout and hand tools.
Intro to Machining Procedures Course Outline | 3.0 |
| ELE | TEC-059 | Energy Management TEC-059 Successful completion of this course prepares participants to assess and improve homes according to current industry standards for residential building weatherization. It includes blower door testing and recommended weather sealing techniques to achieve improved resident comfort and energy cost savings. (Repeatable 3 Times)
Energy Management Course Outline | 2.0 |
| ELE | TEC-066 | Resource Sustainability TEC-066 This course will examine sustainable energy generation and use, housing sustainability, water use, recycling, resource reduction and cultural issues relating to lifestyles of health and sustainability. (Repeatable 3 Times)
Resource Sustainability Course Outline | 3.0 |
| ELE | TEC-068 | Sp Topics Renewable Energy TEC-068 This course will examine fundamentals, principles,practices, and issues associated with special topics in renewable energy. It covers basic through advanced issues and topics associated with sustainability and the renewable energy field. Advanced coursework is adjusted to special interest groups. (Repeatable 3 Times)
Sp Topics Renewable Energy Course Outline | .5 |
| ELE | WEL-056 | Metal Cutting and Fabrication WEL-056 This course is designed to provide an understanding of metal cutting and fabricating processes and weld joint design.
Metal Cutting and Fabrication Course Outline | 2.0 |
| ELE | WEL-057 | Welding Fundamentals WEL-057 This course will cover basic welding processes, including: Oxy-Acetylene welding, Arc welding, Cutting and Brazing.
Welding Fundamentals Course Outline | 2.5 |
| ELE | WND-040 | Introduction to Wind Technology WND-040 This course provides students with an understanding of basic wind technology concepts. Topics include turbine parts and operation, anemometry data collection and analysis, and evaluation of basic turbine technology. (Repeatable 3 Times)
Introduction to Wind Technology Course Outline | 3.0 |
| ELE | WND-041 | Wind Technology Maintenance I WND-041 This course introduces students to wind turbine maintenance. Lectures focus on gearbox and electrical system maintenance while the labs focus on tools, climbing and safety. (Repeatable 3 Times)
Wind Technology Maintenance I Course Outline | 3.0 |
| Suggested Electives | |||
| ELE | CAD-056 | CAD I CAD-056 Basic theory of CAD. Students will learn to use a computer aided drafting system to create simple to moderately complex technical drawings. (Repeatable 1 Time)
CAD I Course Outline | 2.0 |
| ELE | CIS-081 | Networking Essentials CIS-081 An introduction to networking technology for local area networks (LANs), wide area networks (WANs) and the internet. Designed for those seeking a career in network administration and support or those seeking professional certification. Leads toward Network+ Certification. (Repeatable 3 Times)
Networking Essentials Course Outline | 3.0 |
| ELE | CIS-088 | Adobe Photoshop CIS-088 This course introduces the basics of Photoshop, an image-editing program. These basics include working with layers, selections, color adjustment, paint tools, filters and type transforming. (Repeatable 3 Times)
Adobe Photoshop Course Outline | 3.0 |
| ELE | CIS-098 | Advanced Desktop Skills CIS-098 InDesign, Illustrator and Photoshop are used to create advanced desktop publishing designs. Emphasis is placed on creating your own styles, graphics and layouts. Pre-press and printing techniques are also covered. (Repeatable 3 Times)
Advanced Desktop Skills Course Outline | 3.0 |
| ELE | CIS-099 | Introduction to Web Technology CIS-099 This introductory course teaches web page design principles, including proper use of HTML5 and CSS3 and introductory JavaScript. (Repeatable 3 Times)
Introduction to Web Technology Course Outline | 3.0 |
| ELE | EET-060 | Computer Hardware EET-060 This course is designed to teach the fundamentals of computer hardware and give students hands-on experience in assembling, upgrading and troubleshooting basic computer systems and hardware.
Computer Hardware Course Outline | 3.0 |
| ELE | EET-075 | HMI-Human Machine Interface EET-075 This course covers basic HMI operation and programming using Wonderware-InTouch software. Topics include designing HMI windows, interfacing to the PLC and basic animation, using and creating logic scripts, using DDE, setting alarms and charting trends and security.
HMI-Human Machine Interface Course Outline | 2.0 |
| ELE | EET-087 | Prog Logic Controllers II EET-087 This course covers advanced topics of PLC operation and programming, using Rslogix software and Allen Bradley PLCs. Topics include project creation analog I/O, math and data handling instruction, program flow and communication protocols. (Meets SACA Automation Specialist I C-207, C-208 and II C-309 credentials.)
Prog Logic Controllers II Course Outline | 2.0 |
| ELE | IND-044 | Fluid Power IND-044 Provides technicians with basic concepts of pneumatics and hydraulics. This includes fluid properties and laws, safety concerns, conductor types and sizing, pump operation and horsepower requirements, directional, pressure and flow control valves and fluid symbols. Trainers provide hands-on experience for students.
Fluid Power Course Outline | 3.0 |
| ELE | MET-043 | Motors and Generators MET-043 This course focuses on the installation, maintenance and application of motors, equipment and controls.
Motors and Generators Course Outline | 2.5 |
| ELE | MTT-050 | Intro to Machining Procedures MTT-050 A study designed to highlight the theory and application of cutoff machines, drill press, engine lathe, milling machines and basic benchwork involving layout and hand tools.
Intro to Machining Procedures Course Outline | 3.0 |
| ELE | TEC-059 | Energy Management TEC-059 Successful completion of this course prepares participants to assess and improve homes according to current industry standards for residential building weatherization. It includes blower door testing and recommended weather sealing techniques to achieve improved resident comfort and energy cost savings. (Repeatable 3 Times)
Energy Management Course Outline | 2.0 |
| ELE | TEC-066 | Resource Sustainability TEC-066 This course will examine sustainable energy generation and use, housing sustainability, water use, recycling, resource reduction and cultural issues relating to lifestyles of health and sustainability. (Repeatable 3 Times)
Resource Sustainability Course Outline | 3.0 |
| ELE | TEC-068 | Sp Topics Renewable Energy TEC-068 This course will examine fundamentals, principles,practices, and issues associated with special topics in renewable energy. It covers basic through advanced issues and topics associated with sustainability and the renewable energy field. Advanced coursework is adjusted to special interest groups. (Repeatable 3 Times)
Sp Topics Renewable Energy Course Outline | .5 |
| ELE | WEL-056 | Metal Cutting and Fabrication WEL-056 This course is designed to provide an understanding of metal cutting and fabricating processes and weld joint design.
Metal Cutting and Fabrication Course Outline | 2.0 |
| ELE | WEL-057 | Welding Fundamentals WEL-057 This course will cover basic welding processes, including: Oxy-Acetylene welding, Arc welding, Cutting and Brazing.
Welding Fundamentals Course Outline | 2.5 |
| ELE | WND-040 | Introduction to Wind Technology WND-040 This course provides students with an understanding of basic wind technology concepts. Topics include turbine parts and operation, anemometry data collection and analysis, and evaluation of basic turbine technology. (Repeatable 3 Times)
Introduction to Wind Technology Course Outline | 3.0 |
| ELE | WND-041 | Wind Technology Maintenance I WND-041 This course introduces students to wind turbine maintenance. Lectures focus on gearbox and electrical system maintenance while the labs focus on tools, climbing and safety. (Repeatable 3 Times)
Wind Technology Maintenance I Course Outline | 3.0 |