Program Details
Program Details

Program Details

Career Studies Certificate in Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency

Career Studies Certificate
Southwest Virginia Community College

The Renewable Energy & Energy Efficiency Career Studies Certificate is designed to prepare students for employment upon graduation as technicians in the energy sector with emphasis on installation of solar, wind, and geothermal power generation systems. Possible employment options are Solar Power Technician, Wind Energy Technician, and Power System Service Technician.

Outcomes

The following topics will be covered Safety, Basic Electricity, Energy Efficiency, Solar Energy Systems, Wind Power Systems, and Hybrid Systems.


Program Overview & Guidance
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Delivery Mode
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Delivery Mode
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Program Guidance Element What You Need to Know
Considerations for Selecting Degree Many of the courses in this program have either evening or online options.
Considerations When Selecting Courses

Course work should be completed in the order it appears in the catalog.

  • Create a schedule for all required courses, pay attention to prerequisites and when courses are offered, complete your first math and English courses in your first year
  • Connect with an advisor at your community college and Southwest Virginia Community College within your first year via College Connect
Program Requirements Beyond Specific Courses Students receive a lot of hands on training throughout this program. There are several lab based classes that will cover topics such as basic electricity, energy efficiency, energy auditing, solar systems, and wind power systems.
Doing More With Your Degree Continue your education and earn an Associates of Applied Science degree in Electrical/Electronics. Many of the courses required for the Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency certificate will count towards the Associates Degree.
Program Successes & Highlights Complete the Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency Career Studies Certificate in as little as two semesters.
Related Programs & Certifications
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On Completion You Are Ready For
Credential
Associate of Applied Science Degree in Electrical/Electronics
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Program Credit Requirements
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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 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.
Requirements
Required Credits
Career Studies Certificate in Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency
28
Career Studies Certificate in Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency
28
GPA Requirement-221-942-10
28
This requires a minimum GPA of 2
Residency Requirement 221-706-04
7
Transfer credits will be evaluated, and as applicable, up to 21 credits may be applied to this program.
BLD 122 Requirement
1
Earn 1 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
ELE 140 Requirement
4
Earn 4 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
ELE 176 Requirement
2
Earn 2 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
ENE 100 Requirement
4
Earn 4 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
ENE 105 Requirement
4
Earn 4 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
ENE 220 Requirement
4
Earn 4 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
ELE 177 Requirement
4
Earn 4 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
ENV 170 Requirement
2
Earn 2 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
ITE 102 Requirement
1
Earn 1 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
SAF 127 Requirement
2
Earn 2 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
What If I Have An Associate Degree Or Credit For Prior Learning?
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Transfer Guidance Element What You Need to Know
Associate Transfer Degree Completion

Completion of Associate Degree Concurrent with High School No
Credit for Prior Learning
Did You Know That...
  • Completing your Associate transfer degree post-high school satisfies all lower division general education requirements and increases the chance of completing your bachelor's degree?
  • Exceeding 3 years or 90 credits at your community college means you may have exhausted your financial aid at that college and have limited your future financial aid at: Southwest Virginia Community College
College Level Information
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Transfer Center
Visit our transfer site for more information
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Transfer Admission Application
Transfer Students - Apply Here
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Transfer Student Aid
Financial Aid for Transfer Students
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Number of Transfer Students
747
Percent of Accepted Transfer Students
100%, AV GPA 3.07
College Fit Guidance What You Need to Know
Is This College Right For Me? Annual HC 3120, Transfer in per semester 97, Av Class size 12, Limited Foundation Owned Housing
Transfer Student Catalog Year Summer, Fall , Spring is a catalog year
First Year Student Catalog Year Summer, Fall , Spring is a catalog year
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Where Can This Degree Transfer
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Careers Where This Degree Applies
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This program could not be matched to any related careers. Please contact the institution for assistance with matching this program to careers.

Cost To Complete
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This section provides you with a very high-level estimate of your costs and is purely intended as a guide. You should consult the institution via College Connect to get a more detailed estimate based on the totality of your circumstances. The selections below are based on information gathered from your Profile and the estimated costs are calculated based on the 28 credits remaining to be completed

Please select the "Cumulative Months of Service" that determine your Post 9/11 GI Bill benefits.
Estimated Cost for the Career Studies Certificate in Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency at Southwest Virginia Community College
These costs are based on an estimated 2 semesters or 1 years remaining to complete this degree (assuming a full-time load of 16 hours per semester)
Category Cost Basis Cost (To You) Estimated Benefits Net Cost Notes
Tuition $169 Per Credit $4,732 $0 $4,732 163.40 tuition per credit and 5.75 comprehensive fee per credit
*Please note that the above estimated costs do not include all Federal, State or other financial aid, grants, scholarships, etc. for which you may qualify. All such aid could substantially reduce these costs.
Other Financial Aid to Pay for College:
  • You may be eligible for additional financial aid from Federal, State, and Local sources. Military education benefits are not considered in determining eligibility for federal financial aid. Everyone is therefore encouraged to apply for federal financial aid by submitting the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), because many will qualify for additional educational funds like Pell Grants, worth over $5,500/yr.