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Student ID:__________________________ Student Name:_______________________ Advisor Name:_______________________ Catalog: 2022-2023 Catalog & Student Handbook Major: Energy Technology, CSC

Energy Technology, CSC

G3 Eligible Program– Qualifying students may have ZERO costs for tuition, fees, and textbooks. 
Learn more at brightpoint.edu/training-workforce/g3.

 

PURPOSE: This two-semester, hands-on program prepares students for entry-level jobs in the energy field. Energy technology workers may either assemble, install, and maintain geothermal or solar systems on rooftops or other structures; install, maintain, and repair wind turbines; or help maintain the systems that generate and distribute electric power. This program is offered at the Chester Campus. All career-technical degrees are guided by advisory committees comprised of local business leaders.

 

CREDENTIALS: A Career Studies Certificate (CSC) is a program of study typically less than one year in length with a major in a career-technical area. Students receiving a CSC intend to pursue immediate employment.

 

PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS AND SPECIAL CONDITIONS: Students must meet Brightpoint admission requirements. Students may need to complete placement tests in English and mathematics. Visit www.brightpoint.edu/placement for all course placement options. If students have deficiencies in English and/or mathematics, Brightpoint offers developmental and prerequisite courses to prepare students for the curriculum. New students should work with their New Student Navigator to get ready for their first semester. They can also email getstarted@brightpoint.edu for assistance. Continuing students should work with their faculty advisor on academic planning and graduation requirements.

 

PROGRAM OUTCOMES: By the completion of this program, students will be expected to demonstrate an introductory level of competency in the following skills:

  1. Install electro-mechanical components according to manufacturer’s specifications;
  2. Perform alignment, calibration, and maintenance procedures as specified by manufacturers;
  3. Troubleshoot failures, malfunctions, and misapplication of electro-mechanical components.

Required Courses

Course NameCredits:Semester TakenNotes
ELE 150 - A.C. and D.C. Circuit Fundamentals 4 credits
ENE 104 - Energy Industry Fundamentals (Offered Spring Only) 4 credits
MEC 154 - Mechanical Maintenance I 3 credits
MEC 195 - Mechanical Engineering Technology Laboratory (Offered Fall only) 2 credits
SAF 130 - Industrial Safety – OSHA 10 1 credit
MEC 161 - Basic Fluid Mechanics - Hydraulics/Pneumatics 3 credits

Total Minimum Credits to Complete: 17

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

Pre-requisite and co-requisite requirements can be found in course details.

Credit for the SAF 130 class can be awarded with a prior OSHA 10 or 30 certification. Proof of successful completion with a valid OSHA issued card will be required.

Students should regularly meet with their faculty advisor and check their degree progress by accessing advisement reports in the Student Information System (SIS) in the myBrightpoint portal or the Academic Planner in Navigate.

Courses that state Fall only or Spring only are based on historical trends and current planning and may change without notice.

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