Energy
ASSOCIATE DEGREE
Energy Management Technology
Program Code: 104813 Energy expenses make up a part of every business’ bottom line. Employers are seeking those skilled in monitoring energy consumption with the ability to detect and evaluate energy efficiency opportunities. Graduates of the Energy Management Technology associate degree program are equipped to lead businesses’ energy management initiatives. Energy managers work within a variety of business sectors: utility companies; energy equipment companies; government agencies; and heating, ventilating, air conditioning and refrigeration contractors. Graduates may also find careers as energy auditors, energy management consultants, or energy program coordinators.
TOTAL CREDITS: 71 __________________________________
MEDIAN STARTING SALARY: $ 30,000 *
ASSOCIATE DEGREE
Solar Energy Technology
Program Code: 104824 The Solar Energy Technology program provides a skilled workforce of installers, designers, and technical sales personnel who are able to assess sites; design systems; and install, operate, and maintain solar electric and solar thermal systems for residential and commercial applications in the growing renewable energy industry. Potential employment possibilities will be with existing solar, electrical and mechanical contractors to help expand their offerings of solar energy technologies. Other possible areas of employment are with energy consulting firms, design firms and utilities. With additional education and experience, graduates can expand their careers to energy analyst, journeyperson electrician / plumber, project manager, energy engineer, and environmental consultant.
TOTAL CREDITS: 68 __________________________________
MEDIAN STARTING SALARY: $ 52,600 *
ASSOCIATE DEGREE
Nuclear Technology
Program Code: 106241 The increasing use of radiation and radioactive materials in today’ s world has created a demand for nuclear technicians. This demand is expected to remain high for years to come. The Nuclear Technology program offers students a unique opportunity to obtain the specialized training in demand by businesses and organizations licensed to utilize radioactive materials. It is also an excellent springboard for a four-year degree in the high-demand fields of health physics, radiation safety and nuclear engineering. Nuclear technicians have a variety of career opportunities at businesses such as nuclear power facilities, radioactive waste handling facilities, radiopharmaceutical companies, universities and national laboratories, medical facilities, U. S. Department of Energy sites, hospitals, or emergency management organizations. Nuclear Technology is a shared program between Lakeshore Technical College( LTC) and NWTC. Classes are offered in a traditional classroom setting using interactive television methods to link the two technical colleges. For flexibility, some classes may be taken in an online format through LTC.
A Lakeshore Technical College program offered at Northeast Wisconsin Technical College. For information call toll-free:( 888) 385-6982
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MEDIAN STARTING SALARY: $ 33,000 *
ASSOCIATE DEGREE
Utilities Engineering Technology
Program Code: 104681 As a graduate of the Utilities Engineering Technology associate degree program, you’ re prepared for careers in the utility industry, from power generation through transmission and distribution. Technicians in this field work on the equipment and systems that keep energy flowing safely and reliably from source to use. Typical careers include relay technologist, systems control and relay technician, substation technician, distribution systems designer, and power plant instrument technician.
TOTAL CREDITS: 68 __________________________________
MEDIAN STARTING SALARY: $ 52,000 *
APPRENTICESHIPS
An apprenticeship is an earn-while-you-learn program of on-the job training combined with related classroom instruction.
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