Energy Technical Specialist - St Cloud Technical and Community College

Energy Technical Specialist from St Cloud Technical and Community College is a Campus Associate Energy Management degree that prepares you for a Engineering career. Program Description This degree program has been developed to train students in the field of energy technology . The Energy Technical Specialist Associate in Applied Science degree will convey the skills and knowledge necessary to be successful in both the traditional and renewable energy fields. Students enrolled in the Energy Technical Specialist program will study a 35 credit core curriculum providing a strong base in electrical, electronic and mechanical systems . Students will select an area of specialization to complete their program of study from the following: Wind Energy , Ethanol, Biodiesel, Fossil Fuels, or Power Generation. Students will be preparing for employment in one or more of the growing energy industry sectors. The Energy Technical Specialist degree is offered through nine colleges in the Minnesota State Colleges and Universities system and is funded in part by a High Growth Job Training Initiative grant from the U.S. Department of Labor. Through this partnership, students will have opportunities to take some courses in online and blended formats from partner institutions. Career Opportunities With Minnesota as a leader in renewable energy development, the opportunities in the state are even greater than many other states. Projections show extensive growth in new energy production methods, greening of traditional energy production, and growing focus on energy efficiency. Current industry employment opportunities will grow significantly with projected retirements exceeding 50% of the current workforce over the coming years resulting from baby-boomer retirements. The Energy Technical specialist AAS program trains students to work in this growing field. View more details on St Cloud Technical and Community College . Ask your questions and apply online for this program or find other related Energy Management courses.