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Career Studies Certificate
Mountain Gateway Community College
Program Details
Career Studies Certificate in Renewable Energy Technology Fundamentals
Career Studies CertificateCareer Studies Certificate in Renewable Energy Technology Fundamentals
Mountain Gateway Community College
This Career Studies Certificate introduces students to topics such as energy management, solar power, wind energy, and hybrid systems. A look at renewable energy versus fossil fuel reliance is provided.
Outcomes
This program introduces students to the principles used in the integration of renewable energy devices and systems. The technologies are used in a variety of residential, commercial and industrial settings.
Program Overview & Guidance

Delivery Mode
In-Person
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Online
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Delivery Mode
Hybrid
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Program Guidance Element | What You Need to Know |
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Considerations for Selecting Degree | Learn the principles and importance of integrating renewable energy devices and systems. The technologies are used in a variety of residential, commercial, and industrial settings. |
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Program Requirements Beyond Specific Courses | |
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Related Programs & Certifications

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Program Credit Requirements

Please look above to see if a Transfer Guide is available for this program. lf you are a current Virginia Community College student or are planning to start at a Virginia Community College before transferring to this institution and program, please follow the Transfer Guide to plan your courses at the community college.
The table below provides the requirements to complete this program if you are not following a Transfer Guide. If you have an account and have created a Portfolio, the table includes the "Applied Credits" column. This column shows how the credits you earned based on the experiences you entered may be applied to satisfy these requirements. You can find schools where you can take courses that will transfer and apply to this degree using the Where Can I Find An Equivalent Course feature in the Transfer Tools menu.
The table below provides the requirements to complete this program if you are not following a Transfer Guide. If you have an account and have created a Portfolio, the table includes the "Applied Credits" column. This column shows how the credits you earned based on the experiences you entered may be applied to satisfy these requirements. You can find schools where you can take courses that will transfer and apply to this degree using the Where Can I Find An Equivalent Course feature in the Transfer Tools menu.
The program map provided below is an estimate based on courses identified as a result of reviewing your portfolio
and the requirements for the selected program.
A formal determination of credits awarded for your prior learning and their applicability to the degree requirements can only be made by the institution. The formal determination and resulting map may reflect higher or lower number of credits to be completed to achieve this program.
A formal determination of credits awarded for your prior learning and their applicability to the degree requirements can only be made by the institution. The formal determination and resulting map may reflect higher or lower number of credits to be completed to achieve this program.
Requirements
Required Credits
Career Studies Certificate in Renewable Energy Technology Fundamentals
24
Career Studies Certificate in Renewable Energy Technology Fundamentals
24
Course Requiremenents Renewable Energy Technology Fundamentals CSC
24
ELE Requirements - Renewable Energy Technology Fundamentals CSC
11
ELE Requirements - Renew CSC
11
Earn 11 credits by completing courses from the following Course list:
ENE 120 Requirement
4
ENE 120 Requirement
4
Earn 4 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
INS 220 Requirement
3
INS 220 Requirement
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
MTH 131 Requirement
3
MTH 131 Requirement
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
AIR 281 Requirement
24
AIR 281 Requirement
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
What If I Have An Associate Degree Or Credit For Prior Learning?

Transfer Guidance Element | What You Need to Know |
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Associate Transfer Degree Completion | We award SDV 100 credit for prior learning for transfer students who have completed an Associate degree or higher. |
Completion of Associate Degree Concurrent with High School | Students earning an associate degree while in high school are not eligible for guaranteed admission programs and must complete 3 college specific general education courses. All courses are evaluated and transferred as applicable to your degree. |
Credit for Prior Learning | Yes |
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College Level Information

College Fit Guidance | What You Need to Know |
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Is This College Right For Me? | MGCC provides a great start with small class sizes, personal service, and innovative programs with competetive prices. |
Transfer Student Catalog Year | Year of admission |
First Year Student Catalog Year | Catalog year determined by first semester of attendance |
Applying for Guaranteed Admissions | None required |
Where Can This Degree Transfer

This section displays degrees most closely related to this program
and to which you may be able to transfer. So, you can use this list to find the
next degree you can complete in your major. Please click the degree name to
visit that program page.
Institution | Title | Degree | Award Name | Award Level | Delivery Mode |
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Eastern Shore Community College | Associate of Applied Science in Technical Studies | Associate | Associate in Applied Science | 2-Year | In-Person, Online, Hybrid |
Mountain Empire Community College | Associate of Applied Science Degree in Computerized Manufacturing Technology | Associate | Associate of Applied Science | 2-Year | In-Person, Online, Hybrid |
Mountain Empire Community College | Associate of Applied Science Degree in CMT - Electromechanical Technology Specialization | Associate | Associate of Applied Science | 2-Year | In-Person, Online, Hybrid |
Paul D. Camp Community College | Associate of Applied Science in Indust Technology - Electronic Controls | Associate | Associate of Applied Science | 2-Year | In-Person |
Paul D. Camp Community College | Associate of Applied Science in Indust Technology - Electronic-Electrical | Associate | Associate of Applied Science | 2-Year | In-Person |
Paul D. Camp Community College | Associate of Applied Science in Industrial Technology | Associate | Associate of Applied Science | 2-Year | In-Person |
Careers Where This Degree Applies

O*Net Code | Name | Description | Parent |
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17-3026.00 | Industrial Engineering Technologists and Technicians | Apply engineering theory and principles to problems of industrial layout or manufacturing production, usually under the direction of engineering staff. May perform time and motion studies on worker operations in a variety of industries for purposes such as establishing standard production rates or improving efficiency. | Architecture and Engineering Occupations |
17-3026.01 | Nanotechnology Engineering Technologists and Technicians | Implement production processes and operate commercial-scale production equipment to produce, test, or modify materials, devices, or systems of unique molecular or macromolecular composition. Operate advanced microscopy equipment to manipulate nanoscale objects. Work under the supervision of nanoengineering staff. | Architecture and Engineering Occupations |
Cost To Complete
