Program Overview
The Bachelor of Applied Arts and Sciences in Renewable Energy program enhances technical expertise and leadership skills for individuals with an Associate of Applied Science degree in Renewable Energy Technology. It prepares graduates for advanced careers in the renewable energy field, offering a global component, upper-level coursework, and access to state-of-the-art facilities. The program's curriculum covers various aspects of renewable energy, including modeling, economics, and policy.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
in Renewable Energy aims to provide career advancement opportunities for individuals with an Associate of Applied Science (A.A.S.)
degree in Renewable Energy Technology. The program focuses on enhancing technical expertise and equipping students with leadership skills applicable to their professional contexts.
Eligibility:
- Applicants must possess a 2.25 GPA and an A.A.S. degree from an approved program.
- Eligibility of the A.A.S. degree will be evaluated by a committee within the Renewable Energy Program's administrative unit upon admission.
Program Objectives:
- Augment technical expertise of graduates.
- Equip graduates with leadership skills.
- Prepare graduates for advanced careers in the renewable energy field.
Outline:
in Renewable Energy program consists of the following components:
- Core Curriculum Courses: Completion of any additional core curriculum courses required for a four-year degree.
- A.A.S.
- Occupational Specialty: Up to 33 A.A.S. SCH in the student's A.A.S. Occupational Specialty.
- Renewable Energy Core: 34 SCH of Renewable Energy Core courses.
- Electives: Any electives needed to complete the 120 SCH needed for graduation.
- Global Component: Completion of 3 credit hours of global component through either a study abroad experience or an internship with an international company.
- Upper-Level SCH: 40 upper-level SCH will be required.
Course Schedule:
The program offers a detailed course schedule outlining the specific courses and their respective semester offerings.
Individual Modules:
The program curriculum includes various modules covering different aspects of renewable energy, including:
- Renewable Energy Modeling Lab
- Renewable Energy Science and Technology I & II
- Renewable Energy Economics and Finance
- Renewable Energy and the Environment
- Renewable Energy Grid Integration
- Meteorology for Renewable Energy
- Renewable Energy Law, Policy & Regulation
- Renewable Energy Modeling and Design
- Multicultural Requirement
- Creative Arts
- Oral Communication
- Language, Philosophy, and Culture
- Social and Behavioral Sciences
- Jr./Sr. Electives
Module Descriptions:
Descriptions of each module are available in the program curriculum.
Assessment:
Assessment methods in the program include:
- Exams
- Assignments
- Projects
- Presentations
- Participation
Teaching:
Teaching methods in the program include:
- Lectures
- Seminars
- Tutorials
- Group projects
- Laboratory work
- Field trips
Careers:
Potential career paths for graduates include:
- Renewable energy engineer
- Project manager
- Policy analyst
- Consultant
- Researcher
- Educator
