Renewable Energy - Solar Thermal Certificate

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Program Code: 904822

Explore renewable energy with a focus on solar thermal systems.

Approximate Certificate Costs

$2,571

Tuition: $2,342

Books: $229

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Certificate Completers will be able to

Discuss and promote the benefits of renewable energy systems.
Assess, design and operate solar thermal energy systems.
Collect and distribute data generated by renewable energy systems.

Completers will be able to apply credits toward the following programs:

104824, Solar Energy Technology
904821, Renewable Energy-Solar Electric

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Curriculum

First Semester

10-480-101

Energy-Intro Renew & Sustain

10-480-101 ENERGY-INTRO RENEW & SUSTAIN ...an overview of various renewable energy technologies and sustainable design practices and their current applications. Emphasis will be placed on policies, renewable energy production, green products and jobs.

Course Typically Offered: Fall/Spring

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10-482-126

Intro to Solar

10-482-126 INTRODUCTION TO SOLAR ...an overview of the use of sunlight to produce heat and electricity and the practical and economical use of solar power and solar thermal systems. Learn the importance of energy efficiency and the economics of solar hybrid designs.

Course Typically Offered: Fall

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10-483-107

Solar Thermal Design & Site

10-483-107 SOLAR THERMAL DESIGN & SITE ...learn steps to performing a site audit prior to installation of a solar thermal system. Focus on defining the solar window, system site placement and sizing, lead analysis and energy efficiency. (Prerequisite: 10-482-126, Intro to Solar)

Course Typically Offered: Fall

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10-483-108

Solar Thermal-Advanced

10-483-108 SOLAR THERMAL-ADVANCED ...topics include safety, system design and layout, component selection, mounting collectors, plumbing and insulation copper pipe, storage tank installation, heat exchanger and circulation pump. (Prerequisite: 10-482-126, Intro to Solar)

Course Typically Offered: Spring

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Certificate Completers will be able to

Completers will be able to apply credits toward the following programs:

How do I get started in this program?

What will I learn?

What's next after graduation?

What else do I need to know about the program?