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The Windsmith Certificate is designed as an introductory to the Wind Energy Industry. Individuals wanting to increase their working knowledge of this field are best suited to for this course. However, students may be able to secure employment as a Technician by completing the Windsmith Certificate. 

This certificate will introduce students to how the wind works, its reliability, and the related economic, environmental, and political issues. Students will also be introduced to the basic operating principles of wind energy systems and status of the industries past and future. OSHA safety regulations and standards that pertain to the construction and maintenance of wind turbines and the energy industry will also be covered. In addition, concepts of AC and DC circuits, as well as basic hydraulic applications are incorporated into the Windsmith Certificate.

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si 12/18/09