Why Choose the Sustainable Energy Program at NCC?
Across the globe, governments and corporations increasingly utilize renewable and sustainable energy sources to ensure the viability and longevity of communities, products and environments. The Sustainable Energy Specialized Diploma at Northampton Community College (NCC) introduces you to solar, wind and other renewable energy technologies through hands-on lab studies and fieldwork.
You can stack your Sustainable Energy Specialized Diploma with other NCC degree programs. Move directly into an industry job or prepare to transfer to a four-year institution.
Join the program on our Bethlehem or Pocono campus. The Pocono campus has been recognized nationally for its environmental efforts and supplies 100% of its electricity with renewable energy.
Cutting-Edge Curriculum
Leap into the forefront of renewable energy in courses focused on the latest sustainable technology developments, ever-evolving industry best practices and the qualifications you need to sit for the NABCEP PV Associate Examination. The interdisciplinary coursework draws on expertise from mathematics, electrical technology, geography, computer science and the humanities to facilitate your knowledge base in the technical, ethical and practical aspects of sustainable energy technology.
Real-World Experience in the Clean Energy Sector
Conduct lab-based studies, venture to active and developing green energy sites, and further your professional potential as an intern with a local green technology company. At NCC, we equip you to grow your skills using the most effective strategies available: technological practice and hands-on projects!
What You’ll Learn in This Program
NCC’s sustainable energy technology training equips you for the hands-on, day-to-day work of the renewable energy sector and for the complex questions that surround its long-term growth and implementation. Through the program, you learn to:- Design, install and maintain mock and real-world solar photovoltaic energy systems.
- Analyze and conduct viability studies for wind, hydro, geothermal and biomass energy sources.
- Consider long-term sustainability through economic, political and cultural lenses.
- Examine the idea of wilderness and humans’ responsibility to care for the environment.
Program Details
Semesters: 2
Credits: 25
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Locations: Bethlehem | PoconoProgram Overview:
Establish a solid knowledge foundation of energy conversion, conservation, sustainability and public policy — the skills and expertise you need to thrive in immediate employment or excel in a transfer program. Gain experience in hands-on courses that address elements like circuit component operation, universal access to sustainable energy sources, solar photovoltaic systems, environmental ethics and more.
COLS101 College Success
ENGL101 English I
ELTC101 Electrical Fundamentals
HUMA150 Nature of the Environment
MATH103 Technical Mathematics
CISC101 Introduction to Information Technology
ELTC130 Introduction to Sustainable Energy
ELTC222 Solar Photovoltaic Systems I
GEOG121 Environmental Sustainability
Tuition and Financial Aid
Invest in your career growth by choosing Northampton Community College. Our sustainable energy technology training courses are some of the most affordable in Pennsylvania. To further encourage your learning and advancement, we will consider you for scholarships, grants, and loans through our robust financial aid program.
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