Renewable Energy with Energy Efficiency Emphasis
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Program Overview
LATTC offers a series of courses for individuals interested in working in the new, emerging renewable energy and energy efficiency industry. This degree program includes courses that enable individuals to: (1) have the requisite knowledge and skills to obtain employment in the energy/utility sector and (2) obtain skills and expertise to pursue other renewable energy and/or energy efficiency occupations.
By fulfilling the program requirements, students will have the necessary knowledge and skills for a career in residential and commercial renewable energy-related occupations.
Program Learning Outcomes (PLOs)
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Upon completion of the Degree program, students are able to:
- Use energy efficiency diagnostic tools such as door blowers and duct blasters to determine air infiltration into buildings.
- Calculate energy usage in terms of electrical, mechanical and heat energy units.
- Recommend alternative energy methods to reduce utility costs and provide green energy substitutes for fossil fuel energy forms.
Program Details
Award Title | Award Type | Required Course Units | Total Major Units | GE Units |
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Renewable Energy: Energy Efficiency Emphasis | AS | 36 | 40 | 21 |
Renewable Energy: Energy Efficiency Emphasis - Weatherization and Energy Efficiency | C | 12 | 12 | |
Renewable Energy: Energy Efficiency Emphasis - Energy Systems Technology Fundamentals | C | 16 | 16 |