Program Details
Program Details

Program Details

Energy Technology Career Studies Certificate

Career Studies Certificate
Paul D. Camp Community College

This program is designed for a student who wishes to obtain the skills to work in the electric and energy industries as an entry level technician. The program covers subjects that are needed for energy industry technicians.

Outcomes

Program graduates will be able to:

  1. Demonstrate an understanding of federal, state, and local safety legal requirements, including OSHA, VOSSA, and EPA when wiring electrical circuits.
  2. Identify a variety of schematic symbols and how to interpret schematic drawings.
  3. Use a variety of electrical instruments to measure voltage, current and resistance.
  4. Apply the National Electric Code to identify purpose and location of electrical components and current protection devices.
  5. Demonstrate the knowledge of electrical and other controls used in home and industry.
  6. Troubleshoot and repair a system at the component level.


Program Overview & Guidance
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Delivery Mode
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Program Guidance Element What You Need to Know
Considerations for Selecting Degree This program is designed to provide students skills to work in the electric and energy industries as an entry-level technician or to provide upgraded skills to those currently working in the field.
Considerations When Selecting Courses

  • 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 Paul D. Camp Community College within your first year
Program Requirements Beyond Specific Courses
Doing More With Your Degree
Program Successes & Highlights
Program Credit Requirements
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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 the general education credential or a transfer-oriented associate degree program will guarantee completion of Camp’s general education component of Camp’s curriculum but may not fulfill specific departmental requirements or prerequisites needed for the program.
Completion of Associate Degree Concurrent with High School Students earning an associate degree while in high school may not be eligible for guaranteed admission programs at four-year institutions. Students planning to transfer should review the guaranteed admissions requirements at the college to which they want to be admitted.
Credit for Prior Learning

Camp follows the VCCS Waiver of Requirements policy when determining whether any course or program requirements can be waived when previous educational studies, training programs, or work experience may entitle students to an adjustment in required courses in a particular curriculum.

Students who believe that previous educational studies, training programs, or work experience may entitle them to an adjustment in the required courses in a particular curriculum should contact the Dean or their Program Advisor to determine procedures before registering for classes.

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: Paul D. Camp Community College
College Level Information
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Number of Transfer Students
180
College Fit Guidance What You Need to Know
Is This College Right For Me? Camp enrolls over 900 curricular students, with an average class size of 10 students, a student to faculty ratio of 13 to 1.
Transfer Student Catalog Year
First Year Student Catalog Year Catalog year is determined by the Catalog in effect when a student enters the college, or any in a subsequent Catalog chosen. A student must follow program or major requirements in effect at the time a program or major is declared or at the time a program or major is changed. If a student’s progress toward a degree is interrupted for four or more consecutive semesters (excluding Summer), the curricular requirements of the Catalog in effect when re-entering the college must be followed.
Applying for Guaranteed Admissions Most degree and certificate programs are open to all students. Some programs in nursing and allied health have competitive entry and require a separate application.
Where Can This Degree Transfer
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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
Mountain Empire Community CollegeAssociate of Applied Science Degree in Energy TechnologyAssociateAssociate of Applied Science2-YearIn-Person, Online, Hybrid
Mountain Empire Community CollegeAssociate of Applied Science Degree in Energy Technology - Electrical SpecializationAssociateAssociate of Applied Science2-YearIn-Person, Online, Hybrid
Careers Where This Degree Applies
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O*Net Code Name Description Parent
17-3029.00Engineering Technologists and Technicians, Except Drafters, All OtherAll engineering technologists and technicians, except drafters, not listed separately.Architecture and Engineering Occupations
17-3029.01Non-Destructive Testing SpecialistsTest the safety of structures, vehicles, or vessels using x-ray, ultrasound, fiber optic or related equipment.Architecture and Engineering Occupations
17-3029.08Photonics TechniciansBuild, install, test, or maintain optical or fiber optic equipment, such as lasers, lenses, or mirrors, using spectrometers, interferometers, or related equipment.Architecture and Engineering Occupations
Cost To Complete
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