Renewable Energies Technician (Co-op)

Program Overview

The Renewable Energies Technician (Co-op) program at Fanshawe College is a two-year Ontario College Diploma that equips students with the knowledge and skills to design, install, and maintain renewable energy systems, including solar, wind, biomass, and geothermal. The program features a co-op placement, providing students with hands-on experience in the industry. Graduates are in high demand, with projected job growth in the renewable energies sector.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

Renewable Energies Technician (Co-op)

is a two-year Ontario College Diploma program that provides students with the fundamental knowledge of electrical, electronic, and mechanical disciplines within the renewable energy industry. The program covers the design and installation of renewable energy solutions such as solar energy, wind turbines, biomass energy, and geothermal energy systems. Graduates will leave with in-depth knowledge in installation, commissioning, and routine maintenance of energy systems.

Outline:

Program Progression:

• Fall: Academic Level 1
• Winter: Academic Level 2
• Summer: Co-op
• Academic Level 3: Academic Level 3
• Academic Level 4: Academic Level 4
• Co-op: Co-op

Courses:

Level 1:

• Gen Ed - Take a 3 credit General Education elective course.
• ELEC-1145 Electrical Theory
• ELEC-1137 Applied Electrical Techniques
• MATH-1213 Mathematics for Electronics 1
• SFTY-1047 Renewable Energy Safety
• SFTY-1069 Safe Work Practices
• DEVL-1054 Skills for Career Success
• COOP-1020 Co-operative Education Employment Prep

Assessment:

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Teaching:

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Careers:

Career Information:

• There is currently a shortage of qualified workers to support the renewable energies sector.
• By 2030, the renewable energies sector is projected to account for 20% of electricity production and the creation of 6.3 million jobs across North America.
• Graduates of Fanshawe's Renewable Energies Technician program will be employed by owners of renewable energy projects such as wind and solar farms as well as third-party contractors to install and maintain equipment.
• Other opportunities may exist in sales and marketing, project site assessment, energy consulting, and regulatory functions.

Career Opportunities:

• Solar Technician
• Wind Turbine Technician
• Field Technician