Academic Programs

Overview

The Wind Energy Mechanic program combines lecture and hands-on training to provide skills necessary in completing technical troubleshooting and repairs on wind energy turbines. Under minimal supervision, graduates will be able to carry out complex daily assembly, service, repair, and operations of infrastructure to wind turbine generators and related equipment. Wind Energy Mechanics must operate in compliance with company, State, and Federal OSHA requirements and be capable of climbing to 300 feet. They work closely with clients and must have an understanding of environmental issues and politics, written technical skills, and data interpretation.

Locations

Canby

Course Number Course Title Credits
  Fall - Year 1  
ELCO 1110 AC/DC I 3
ELEC 2265 Introduction to Alternate Energy 3
ELWT 1170 Wind Energy OSHA Standards & Climb Lab 3
ELWT 1101 Introduction to Wind Energy 2
ELEC 2200 Low Voltage 2
CSCI 1102 Computer Applications I 3
  Credits Fall - Year 1 16
     
  Spring - Year 1  
ELCO 1120 AC/DC II 3
ELEC 1235 Applied Electrical Calculations 2
ELEC 1225 Electric Motors 3
ELWT 1110 Mechanical Systems 3
DSL 1130 Hydraulics Theory and Application 3
ELWT 1102 Advanced Hydraulic Lab 1
ELEC 2240 Transformers 3
  Credits Spring - Year 1 18
  TOTAL CREDITS 34