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Nov 21, 2024
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2024-2025 Catalog
Alternative Energy Technology, A.A.S.
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The Alternative Energy Technology Program is designated as a Statewide Program; therefore, some residents of Maryland enrolled in this program of study on the first day of the term may be eligible for in-county tuition rates for courses required for program completion.
The Alternative Energy Technology Program prepares students to enter the industrial/commercial/residential setting in the growing areas of renewable energy (i.e., solar, wind, and geothermal technologies). Within the Alternative Energy Technology Program, students can earn progressive levels of certificates toward employment and/or the degree. The methods of instruction include hands-on training as well as classroom instruction. Real-world lab environment will include experiments with solar, wind, and geothermal equipment, use of meters, measurements and calculations of values. This program of study embraces the body of knowledge found in national certifications for renewable energy professionals. This A.A.S. program is a career degree, preparing students for the workforce after graduation. However, students can opt to transfer to a four-year program rather than start a career, but should confer with advisors and transferring institutions for specific requirements.
Program Student Learning Outcomes:
- Demonstrate the necessary skills to enter an entry level position as a photovoltaic installer or designer.
- Recognize standard safety procedures in the workplace.
- Recognize the necessary skills to effectively communicate with clients and coworkers.
- Perform basic electrical calculations.
Program Pathways
Fall Admission Cohort:
| First Year Fall |
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First Year Spring |
| Course Number |
Course Name |
Credits |
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Course Number |
Course Name |
Credits |
MAT 114
or
MAT 160 |
Introduction to Applied Algebra
or
Precalculus I |
3 |
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Gen Ed |
English
*(ENG 112 is preferred) |
3 |
| INT 101 |
Introduction to Industrial Technology |
3 |
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Gen Ed |
Arts/Humanities |
3 |
| ELE 110 |
Fundamentals of Electricity |
4 |
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ELE 113 |
Instrumentation and Process Control I |
3 |
| AET 102 |
Introduction to Alternative Energy |
3 |
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PHS 103
or
PHY 201 |
General Physical Science (3 credits)
or
General Physics I (4 credits)
*(transfer students should take PHY 201) |
3 |
BUS 145
or
STU 106 |
Customer Service
or
Professionalism in the Workplace |
1 |
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Restricted Elective |
Choose from the list |
3 |
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INT 120 |
Introduction to OSHA |
1 |
| TOTAL |
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14 |
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TOTAL |
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16 |
| Second Year Fall |
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Second Year Spring |
| Course Number |
Course Name |
Credits |
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Course Number |
Course Name |
Credits |
| Gen Ed |
Diversity |
3 |
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Gen Ed |
Behavioral/Social Science |
3 |
| AET 106 |
Photovoltaic Installation I |
3 |
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AET 107 |
Photovoltaic Installation II |
3 |
| INT 121 |
Facilities Codes and Compliance |
2 |
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Restricted Elective |
Choose from the list |
3 |
| CAD 152 |
Computer-Aided Design |
3 |
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Restricted Elective |
Choose from the list |
3 |
| Restricted Elective |
Choose from the list; 3-4 credits |
3 |
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Restricted Elective |
Choose from the list; 3-4 credits |
4 |
| TOTAL |
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14 |
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TOTAL |
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16 |
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General Education Requirements (18-19 Credits)
Behavioral/Social Sciences
Biological/ Physical Science
*(Students intending to transfer should take PHY 201 )
English
*A minimum grade of “C” or better is required for one course from the English category.
Program Requirements (26 Credits)
Restricted Electives (15-16 Credits)
Select Restricted Elective credits from the following list:
Degree Requirements (60 Credits)
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