Sustainable Technologies
Offered at the Following Campus Locations
Program Overview
This program introduces students to the various fields of sustainable technologies. Topics include energy efficient, energy measures and management, sustainable energy production, green building construction and historic preservation.
Entrance Requirements
This program requires either the ACCUPLACER or COMPASS college placement test and High School Diploma or GED. Minimum Required Age of 16.
ACCUPLACER minimum scores:Reading Comprehension 55, Sentence Skills 60, Arithmetic 34
COMPASS minimum scores: Reading 70, Writing 32, Mathematics 26
Course Overview
Basic Skills CoursesMATH1012Foundations of Mathematics3Emphasizes the application of basic mathematical skills used in the solution of occupational and technical problems. Topics include fractions, decimals, percents, ratios and proportions, measurement and conversion, formula manipulation, technical applications, and basic statistics.1291EMPL1000Interpersonal Relat & Prof Dev2Emphasizes human relations and professional development in today's rapidly changing world that prepares students for living and working in a complex society. Topics include human relations skills, job acquisition skills and communication, job retention skills, job advancement skills, and professional image skills.1313ENGL1010Fundamentals of English I3Emphasizes the development and improvement of written and oral communication abilities. Topics include analysis of writing, applied grammar and writing skills, editing and proofreading skills, research skills, and oral communication skills.1240Occupational CoursesCOMP1000Introduction to Computer Literacy3This course introduces the fundamental concepts, terminology, and operations necessary to use computers. Emphasis is placed on basic functions and familiarity with computer use. Topics include introductions to computer and digital terminology and usage, operating systems, Internet and digital communication, word processing applications, spreadsheet applications, database applications, and presentation applications.1098IDFC1007Industrial Safety Procedures2Provides an in-depth study of the health and safety practices required for maintenance of industrial, commercial, and home electrically
operated equipment. Topics include: introduction to OSHA regulations; safety tools, equipment, and procedures; and first aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation.1619ELTR1020Alternating Current Fundamentals3Introduces the theory and application of varying sine wave voltages and current. Topics include: magnetism, AC wave generation, AC test equipment, inductance, capacitance, and basic transformers.1606ELTR1060Electrical Prints, Schematics/Symbols2Introduces electrical symbols and their use in construction blueprints, electrical schematics, and diagrams. Topics include: electrical symbols, component identification, print reading and scales and measurement.1608ELTR1085Basic Commercial Wiring5This course introduces commercial wiring practices and procedures. Topics include industrial safety procedures, the National Electrical Code, and commercial load calculations.1609ELTR1095Advanced Commercial Wiring5This course is a continuation of the study in commercial wiring practices and procedures. Topics include transformer connections, an introduction to low voltage systems, conduit design and installation practices, and system design concepts.1610ELTR1200Basic Residential Wiring5Introduces residential wiring practices and procedures. Topics include: residential circuits, print reading, National Electrical Code, wiring materials, determining the required number and location of lighting/receptacles and small appliance circuits, wiring methods (size and type conductors, box fill calculations and voltage drop), switch control of luminaries, receptacle installation including bonding, GFCI and AFCI circuits, special purposes outlets - ranges, cook tops, ovens, dryers, water heaters, sump pumps, and sizing OCPDs (circuit breakers and fuses).10130ELTR1215Advanced Residential Wiring5Provides additional instruction on wiring practices in accordance with the National Electrical Code. Topics include: residential single family service calculations, residential two family service calculations, load balancing, sub panels and feeders, residential single family service installation, residential two family service installation, concepts of TV and CATV installation, swimming pool installation, and remote control of lighting and intercom installation.10132ELTR1525Photovoltaic Systems5This class introduces techniques and method on how to install residential and commercial photovoltaic systems.1616ELTR1526Solar Thermal Installation and Repair6The course introduces students to the procedures for the installation and repair of solar thermal systems. Students will be able to install new systems and troubleshoot existing systems.5880ELTR1527Wind Energy Install/Repair6This course introduces students to the procedures for the installation and repair of wind energy systems. Students will be able to install new
systems and troubleshoot existing systems.1617IDFC1011Direct Current I3Introduces direct current (DC) concepts and applications. Topics include: electrical principles and laws; batteries; DC test equipment; series, parallel, and simple combination circuits; and laboratory procedures and safety practices.1620Minimum Length of Program: 4 Term(s)Minimum Credit Hours for Graduation: 58