Power Generation and Distribution Certificate of Achievement

The  Power Generation and Distribution Certificate of Achievement will provide students with the knowledge and skills necessary for an entry-level position in the power generation industry ranging from small stand-alone systems designed for minimal single electrical load devices to centralized utility-scale operations designed to provide power to large regions supporting residential, commercial and/or industrial customers. Students will gain foundational skills in both the conceptual and practical side of power generation as well as an overview of the current electrical infrastructure including; Centralized Power Generation Stations, Distributed Power Generation, Transmission Systems, Distribution Systems, Switchyards, and Sub-stations. Upon completion of the core courses, the students are given several elective course options to provide a measure of flexibility in the determination of the student’s occupational path. Elective courses cover fundamental skills in natural resources, business, alternative transportation, construction technology, HVAC, design and earth sciences.

Learning Outcomes

1. Apply critical thinking skills to execute daily duties in industry workplaces related to power generation and distribution.
2. Fulfill the requirements for an entry-level position in renewable and sustainable energy industries related to power generation and distribution.
3. Exhibit effective written, oral communication, and interpersonal skills necessary to effectively interact within the workplaces related to the power generation and distribution fields.

Program Requirements