Sustainable Energy Certificate

Program Design

The Sustainable Energy certificate is designed to provide students the opportunity to learn about the field of sustainable energy and engineering. Students will be exposed to topics in environmental science, sustainable technologies, the engineering fundamentals required to understand and utilize these technologies, and related business and finance topics pertaining to the implementation of sustainable engineering and the establishment of small businesses. Students will have the opportunity to gain hands-on experience in many of the classes.

Specifically, this certificate will prepare students for employment and/or establishment of a small business in the fields of sustainable energy and energy auditing. The certificate reviews major energy sources including wind, solar, hydroelectric, bio-fuels and fossil fuels. Course work also covers electrical, heating and cooling systems. This provides students with the skills necessary to determine building energy performance and recommend energy efficiency strategies.

Curriculum

This certificate can be completed in two or more semesters by enrolling either full- or part-time.

Required Courses

EVS* 130        

Sustainable Energy and the Environment

3

EVS* 131        

Sustainable Energy for Residences and Businesses

3

MAT* 172          

College Algebra

3

BBG* 108  
BES* 218          

Business & Consumer Finance or
Entrepreneurship

3

EGR* 111         

Introduction to Engineering

3

EGR* 241       

Sustainable Electrical Systems

4

EGR* 242       

Sustainable Building Systems

4

EGR* 240       

Current Topics in Sustainable Engineering

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Total Credits Required:
 24

Division of Mathematics, Science and Health Careers: 860-512-2700

Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of all Sustainable Energy certificate program requirements, graduates will

1.      Understand established and emerging issues and technologies in the field of sustainable energy.

2.      Demonstrate knowledge of the use of engineering problem solving and teamwork to develop and implement sustainable energy methodologies in residential and commercial facilities.

3.      Analyze the financial impact of the use of sustainable energy methodologies in residential and commercial facilities.

4.      Demonstrate proficiency in technical and business operations to analyze and evaluate those operations, and develop methods to improve energy efficiency.

Source: Course Catalog 2011-2012

Last Update: June 06 2011
For additional information, contact: 860-512-2703