| FIRST YEAR | ||
| First Semester | Hours | |
| APT-041 | Applied Mathematics I APT-041Fundamentals of basic arithmetic, calculator usage, simple equations, word problems, algebra, right triangles, charts and graphs.
| 3.0 |
| APT-050 | Electrical Principles/Practice APT-050This course is designed for students interested in the properties of electricity. Course focuses on theory and skills to prepare technicians for installation and troubleshooting of basic electrical circuits.
| 4.0 |
| IND-042 | Pipefitting Procedures IND-042Focuses on the basic principles of installation and maintenance of industrial piping systems. Mechanical joining methods are stressed.
| 1.0 |
| TEC-043 | Industrial Safety TEC-043Designed to give the student basic information and procedures concerning industrial safety awareness and accident prevention.
| 1.0 |
| TEC-057 | Introduction to Renewable Energy TEC-057This 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)
| 3.0 |
| WND-040 | Introduction to Wind Technology WND-040This 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)
| 3.0 |
Semester Totals |
15.0 | |
| Second Semester | ||
| APT-042 | Applied Mathematics II APT-042Offers the student an in-depth study of algebra, geometry and trigonometry including factoring, solving linear systems, volumes, areas and right triangles.
| 2.0 |
| ENG-050 | Writing for Industry ORENG-050Students will learn strategies for writing essays, instruction manuals, proposals, reports and career documents as well as deliver oral presentations to prepare them for a profession in industry. Students will practice research strategies by using library resources and the internet.
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| ENG-098 | Communications I ORENG-098Students will learn the principles of communications by listening, speaking, and writing. Emphasis is placed on communication skills related to the demands of the student's career area.
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| ENG-119 | Composition I Pathway ORENG-119Students 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.
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| ENG-120 | Composition I ENG-120Students 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.
| 3.0 |
| TEC-058 | Alternative Energy TEC-058This 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)
| 3.0 |
| EET-068 | Photovoltaic Systems EET-068This course is designed to provide a technical foundation for design, installation, and evaluation of residential and commercial photovoltaic systems. Concepts of system advantages and disadvantages, site evaluation, system design and sizing are assessed. (Repeatable 3 Times)
| 3.0 |
| IND-062 | Rigging and Hoisting IND-062This course is designed to provide a basic understanding of hoisting and rigging equipment. Safety regulations will be discussed along with the determination of safe working loads and proper care of equipment. (Repeatable 3 Times)
| 1.0 |
| CIS-160 | Practical Software Applications CIS-160Provides an opportunity for students to learn computer concepts and to use word processing, spreadsheet, database management, and presentation software. (Repeatable 3 Times)
| 3.0 |
Semester Totals |
15.0 | |
Total Program Hours | 30.0 |