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Wind Energy Mechanic, Diploma

Location: Canby

Description:  As energy costs continue to escalate, the demand for lower cost, more efficient, and renewable energy sources continue to be explored.  The career of Wind Energy Technician includes everything from installation and repair to  troubleshooting of wind energy towers.  Under minimal supervision, technicians will carry out complex daily assembly, service, repair, and operations of infrastructure to wind turbine generators and related equipment.

Course #

Course Title

Credits

Electrical Circuit Fundamentals AND

Electrical Circuits Fundamentals Lab OR

DC Circuits AND

AC Circuits

Wind Energy Fundamentals

Mechanical Systems

Air Foils, Blades, and Rotors

Wind Turbines

Environmental, Health, & Safety Wind Energy

Wind Energy OSHA Standards

Wind Generation/Transmission/ Distribution

Introduction to Microcomputers

Applied Electrical Calculations

Fluid Power Hydraulic Theory

AHA, CPR Healthcare Provider

GENERAL EDUCATION ELECTIVES

TOTAL CREDITS

3

3

3

3

3

3

1

2

1

1

3

3

2

4

1

2

32

si 07/12/07

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