CAREER AND TECHNICAL EDUCATION CERTIFCATE – 45 credits
Individuals who complete the one-year Green Technician Certificate will:
be multi-skill, systems thinkers and problem solvers
be prepared for a broad array of green occupations across a variety of diverse
industries, such as green energies production, equipment manufacturing (such as solar
panel, wind turbine, wave energy, bio-energy component), construction and installation,
monitoring and repair, building retro-fitting, process recycling, hazardous materials
removal work and others.
have a fundamental understanding of sustainability, green technologies, process
improvements/elimination of waste, and an overview of various careers in green tech.
be able to demonstrate the applied reading and workplace math skills needed on-thejob,
as well as the workplace skills employers need: critical thinking, problem solving,
team work, etc.
possess a unique set of entry-level electrical, mechanical, and heating/cooling systems
skills- as taught through the lens of green energy and energy efficiency - that will allow
graduates to learn quickly on the job and be prepared for success in advanced programs
of study.