NWTC College Program Guide 2022-2023 | Page 383

Printed : 12 / 14 / 2021 Academic Year 2022-2023
Program Code 904822
Explore renewable energy with a focus on solar thermal systems . First Semester
10-480-101 Renewable Energy & Sustainab 10-482-126 Intro to Solar 10-483-107 Solar Thermal Design & Site 10-483-108 Solar Thermal-Advanced Semester Total
4 4 3 4
15.00
This program is offered at : Green Bay
Total Credits 15.00
Apply at www . nwtc . edu / apply . Enroll in classes .
10-480-101 RENEWABLE ENERGY AND SUSTAINABILITY ... an overview of various renewable energy technologies and sustainable design practices and their current applications . Emphasis will be placed on policies , renewable energy production , green products and jobs . Course Typically Offered : Fall / Spring
10-482-126 INTRODUCTION TO SOLAR ... an overview of the use of sunlight to produce heat and electricity and the practical and economical use of solar power and solar thermal systems . Learn the importance of energy ef�ciency and the economics of solar hybrid designs . Course Typically Offered : Fall
10-483-107 SOLAR THERMAL DESIGN & SITE ... learn steps to performing a site audit prior to installation of a solar thermal system . Focus on de�ning the solar window , system site placement and sizing , lead analysis and energy ef�ciency . ( Prerequisite : 10-482-126 , Intro to Solar ) Course Typically Offered : Fall
10-483-108 SOLAR THERMAL-ADVANCED ... this course provides the opportunity for the learner to develop the basic working knowledge and skills required in the solar thermal industry . Topics of concentration include solar thermal systems , system diagraming , system installation , thermal storage , component selection , plumbing and piping , plumbing codes , safety , system maintenance and system troubleshooting . ( Prerequisite : 10-482-126 , Intro to Solar ) Course Typically Offered : Spring
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