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Energy Management Technology Associate Degree

Program Code: 104813

Energy expenses make up a part of every business' bottom line. Employers are seeking those skilled in monitoring energy consumption with the ability to detect and evaluate energy efficiency opportunities. Graduates of the Energy Management Technology associate degree program are equipped to lead businesses' energy management initiatives. Energy managers work within a variety of business sectors: utility companies; energy equipment companies; government agencies; and heating, ventilating, air conditioning and refrigeration contractors. Graduates may also find careers as energy auditors, energy management consultants, or energy program coordinators.

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All credits from the following certificate(s) apply toward this associate degree:

Energy Management, 904811

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Employment Potential

A graduate of the program will have the potential for employment for such diverse employers as engineering firms, public and private utilities, energy equipment companies, HVACR contractors and departments of energy in the following areas:

  • Energy Auditor: conducts facility energy audits/assessments and completes data collection to identify energy efficiency improvement opportunities and complete recommendations for energy conservation measures.
  • Energy Management Consultant: conducts facility energy audit/assessments and is responsible for making recommendations regarding energy efficiency improvement opportunities. Prepares cost estimates, energy analysis and is accountable for building long term customer relationships.
  • Energy Program Coordinator: evaluates the energy use patterns for buildings and recommends energy efficiency and alternative energy solutions. Develops and implements a comprehensive energy program. Works with administrative and facilities management to implement programs.
  • Control System Specialist: analyzes heating, cooling and ventilating systems to determine optimum operating conditions and procedures. Assists in the design and development of new or modified HVAC systems to achieve uniformity.

With additional education and/or work experience, graduates may find other opportunities for employment.

  • Facility Manager
  • Certified Energy Manager
  • Building Manager
  • Energy Engineer
  • Environmental Consultant
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Requirements for Program Entry

  • Apply at www.nwtc.edu/apply.
  • Submit the following to transcripts@nwtc.edu: High school transcript (or GED/HSED transcript) College transcript
  • Tip! Our admission advisors will assist you through every step. Have questions? Connect with NWTC Admissions at start@nwtc.edu or 920-498-5444.
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Curriculum
Curriculum: Students following the study plan below will complete the Energy Management Technology associate degree in the number of semesters shown.
First Semester
Semester Total
17
Second Semester
Semester Total
15
Third Semester
Semester Total
15
Fourth Semester
Semester Total
17
Total Credits
64

Curriculum Note: The credit for 10-890-101, College 101 is an institutional requirement for graduation. Consequently, it is not part of the program credit requirements, but must be passed with a C or better.

Students completing General Studies courses at NWTC must earn a "C" or better in English Composition to enrolling Technical Reporting.

Students completing College Technical Math 1A must earn a "C" or better to enroll in College Technical Math 1B.

Program Outcomes

  • Evaluate the energy use patterns for commercial building and recommend operational, energy efficiency and alternative energy solutions for buildings experiencing high-energy cost and/or consumption
  • Troubleshoot, upgrade and maintain the Energy Management Systems (EMS); perform data recovery and backup duties
  • Monitor the effectiveness of energy management operations, detecting, where possible, equipment failures
  • Construct energy evaluation technical reports and make presentations for potential project implementation, along the lines of ASHRAE Level 3 energy audit requirements
  • Upload and download information from remote and local networks to aid in the efficiency of energy management
  • Read utility bills/tariffs, mechanical blueprints and control drawings
  • Independently respond to calls for heating, ventilating, air conditioning, and exterior lighting service; and determine whether to dispatch appropriate staff or to resolve problems remotely via the energy management system
  • Write technical proposals for energy projects
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Note

  • The International Studies staff continually seeks opportunities for students to travel abroad for educational experiences that may be offered in association with program courses. To find out more about which of your program courses may offer an opportunity during this academic year, contact your academic advisor.
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