Energy & Science Technician
Associate of Applied Science Degree
93 - 99 credits
Program Mission: The Energy & Science Technician AAS degree prepares students to meet the increasing demand for jobs related to green technology, alternative energy, and laboratory sciences. The program prepares students for employment as technicians in areas such as biomedical and industrial laboratories, manufacturing, energy services, and environmental positions in public and private institutions.
Students will receive a well-rounded education that includes courses in mathematics, written and oral communication, social sciences, energy sciences, biology, chemistry, physics, and computers. Technical electives also allow students to direct their studies toward specializations in bio-energy & environmental sciences, alternative & renewable energy technology, and industrial/laboratory sciences. Stand alone certificates are also available for each specialization.
Energy & Science Technician AAS graduates will:
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Be prepared for a range of entry level technician positions in energy and laboratory/industrial employment areas
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Explain the concepts of electrical energy and how energy is used within various applications
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Explain the impact of local, national, and global energy usage with regards to the environment
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Measure and rate different sources of alternative energy and analyze these for the suitability of a particular application
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Apply the basic principles of science including theory, observation, hypothesis, and experimentation
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Calculate using metric measurements, scientific notation, significant figures and conversion factors
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Examine and communicate the relationship between chemistry and living systems including the role of chemistry in laboratory and energy sciences
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Apply basic computer skills to academic and work-related operations
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Acquire employment skills in a particular industry through the internship requirement
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Demonstrate Critical Thinking, Teamwork, Communication, Intercultural Appreciation, and Technical and Information Literacy skills
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Meet Social Science, Humanities, Written Communication, and Quantitative Reasoning distribution area outcomes
Admission Dates: Summer, Fall, Winter, Spring
Program Requirements
| CHEM& | 121 | Intro to Chemistry | 5 |
| ETEC | 110 | Introduction to Alternative Energy & Energy Management | 5 |
| PHYS& | 114 | General Physics I w/Lab |
5 |
| STEC | 198 | Cooperative Work Seminar | 1 |
| STEC | 199 | Cooperative Work Experience | 4 |
| Choose 5 crs. of BIOL& or NUTR& | |||
| BIOL& | 211 | Cellular Biology | 5 |
| NUTR& | 101 | Nutrition | 5 |
| Choose 10 crs. of BAS | |||
| BAS | 111 | Word | 5 |
| BAS | 112 | Excel | 5 |
| BAS | 114 | Access | 5 |
| BAS | 281 | Project Management | 5 |
Academic Core Requirements 30 Credits
| Written Communication | 10 | ||
| Humanities | 5 | ||
| Quantitative Reasoning | 10 | ||
| Social Science | 5 | ||
| Total Program Credits | 93-99 | ||
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**Effective Summer Quarter 2012**
See Academic Core for a list of all applicable courses for each of the categories listed above.
Technical Elective (select any 28-34 credits from below):
| Bio Energy focus | |||
| CHEM& | 131 | Introduction to Organic/Biochemistry | 5 |
| BIOL& | 260 | Microbiology | 5 |
| STEC | 200 | Good Lab Practice | 4 |
| STEC | 220 | Environmental Technology | 5 |
| STEC | 221 | Hazardous Waste Management | 5 |
| STEC | 225 | Quality/Statistical ProcessControl | 5 |
| ETEC | 121 | Biomass/Bio-fuels Basics | 5 |
| Renewable Energy Technology focus | |||
| ELEC | 114 | Electronic Testing Processes& Techniques I | <2 |
| ELEC | 120 | Introduction to ElectronicsII | 6 |
| ELEC | 211 | Digital Electronics | 6 |
| ETEC | 123 | Introduction to Photovoltaic Systems |
4 |
| ETEC | 124 | Fundamentals of Water and Wind Power | 5 |
| STEC | 225 | Quality/Statistical ProcessControl | 5 |
| Industrial Laboratory | |||
| CHEM& | 131 | Introduction to Organic/BioChemistry | 5 |
| STEC | 200 | Good Lab Practice | 4 |
| STEC | 225 | Quality/Statistical ProcessControl | 5 |
| ELEC | 110 | Introduction to Electronics I | 6 |
| STEC | 220 | Environmental Technology | 5 |
| No More than 8 Credits may be chosen from below | |||
| ARGT | 111 | Architectural Print Reading I | 2 |
| ARGT | 112 | Construction Techniques | 4 |
| ARGT | 121 | Architectural Graphics | 4 |
| ARGT | 225 | Construction Management & Estimating | 4 |
Bio-Energy
Certificate of Completion
19 Credits
The Bio-Energy certificate will prepare the student for a career in energy, environmental toxicology, and in-dustrial practices, and provide a general understanding of the new biological technology in the energy sector. The certificate is targeted at individuals seeking fundamental knowledge that can be applied in the energy and biological technology industry as well as for those interested in learning more about the biological energy systems of the future. Students have the option of continuing their education by pursuing an AAS degree in Energy & Science Technician and specializing in Bio Energy, Renewable Electric Energy, or Industrial Laboratory.
Admission Dates: Fall, Winter, Spring
Program Requirements
| ETEC | 110 | Introduction to Alternative Energy & Energy Management | 5 |
| ETEC | 121 | Biomass/Bio-fuel Basics | 5 |
| STEC | 200 | Good Laboratory Practice | 4 |
| STEC | 220 | Environmental Technology | 5 |
| Total Program Credits | 19 | ||
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Energy Technology
Certificate of Completion
19 Credits
The Energy Technology certificate program prepares students for a career in energy management, site assessment or technician level by training, retraining or upgrading skills. Students will learn the basics of energy site assessment, the technologies behind renewable energy and apply the trade-offs associated with implementation of each, both economic and environmental. The certificate is targeted at individuals seeking fundamental knowledge that can be applied in the field of alternative energy. Students have the option of continuing their education by pursuing an AAS degree in Energy & Science Technician and specializing in Bio Energy, Renewable Electric Energy, or Industrial Laboratory .
Admission Dates: Fall, Winter, Spring
Program Requirements
| ETEC | 110 | Introduction to Alternative Energy & Energy Management | 5 |
| ETEC | 121 | Biomass/Bio-fuels Basics | 5 |
| ETEC | 123 | Introduction to PhotovoltaicSystems | 4 |
| ETEC | 124 | Fundamentals of Water and Wind Power |
5 |
| Total Program Credits | 19 | ||
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Energy & Science Technician
Industrial/Laboratory
Certificate of Completion
19 Credits
The Industrial/Laboratory certificate program will prepare the student for employment in the Industrial or Laboratory sectors. Students will learn the basics behind good lab practices that will be useful for managing and working within a laboratory setting such as healthcare, agricultural labs, wet labs, or other analysis careers, as well as information about energy, process control, and the impact of industry/laboratory on the environment. The certificate is targeted at individuals seeking fundamental knowledge that can be applied in the industrial or laboratory sciences. Students have the option of continuing their education by pursuing an AAS degree in Energy & Science Technician and specializing in Bio Energy, Renewable Electric Energy, or Industrial Laboratory.
Admission Dates: Fall, Winter, Spring
Program Requirements
| STEC | 200 | Good Lab Practice | 4 |
| STEC | 220 | Environmental Technology | 5 |
| STEC | 221 | Hazardous Waste Management | 5 |
| STEC | 225 | Quality /Statistical ProcessControl | 5 |
| Total Program Credits | 19 | ||
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Energy & Science Technician
I-BEST Energy Technology
Certificate of Completion
28 Credits
The I-BEST Energy Technology certificate is intended for individuals seeking a career in energy management or site assessment: students learn the basics of energy site assessment, the technologies behind renewable energy, and apply the trade-offs associated with implementation of each, both economic and environmental. This certificate prepares an increasingly diverse workforce for employment opportunities in the field of alternative energy. It provides ESL/ABED students with fundamental knowledge that can be applied in the field of alternative energy. All-professional-technical classes are taught with a 50% overlap of instruction between the ESL faculty and the professional-technical faculty.
Corequisites:
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EASL 085 is a corequisite for ETEC 110 and ETEC 121
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EASL 086 is a corequisite for ETEC 124
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EASL 087 is a corequisite for ETEC 123
It is the student's responsibility to discuss sequencing and work out their individual schedule with a counselor or adviser. Any developmental coursework a student may be required to complete may increase the program length.
Admission Dates: Fall
Program Requirements
| ETEC | 110 | Introduction to Alternative Energy & Energy Management |
5 |
| ETEC | 121 | Biomass and Bio-fuel Basics | 5 |
| ETEC | 123 | Introduction to Photovoltiac Systems | 4 |
| ETEC | 124 | Fundamentals of Water and Wind Power | 5 |
| EASL | 085 | ESL Energy Technology Applications I | 3 |
| EASL | 086 | ESL Energy Technology Applications II | 3 |
| EASL | 087 | ESL Energy Technology Applications III | 3 |
| Total Program Credits | 28 | ||
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I-BEST Industrial Laboratory
Certificate of Completion
25 Credits
The I-BEST Industrial/Laboratory certificate is targeted at individuals seeking employment in the Industrial or Laboratory sectors. It prepares an increasingly diverse workforce for employment opportunities in laboratory settings such as healthcare, agriculture, or the environment. This certificate provides ESL/ABED students with fundamental knowledge that can be applied in the industrial or laboratory sciences. All-professional-technical classes are taught with a 50% overlap of instruction between the ESL faculty and the professional-technical faculty.
Corequisities:
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EASL 086 is a corequisite for STEC 200 and STEC 220
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EASL 087 is a corequisite for STEC 221 and STEC 225
It is the student’s responsibility to discuss sequencing and work out their individual schedule with a counselor or adviser. Any developmental coursework a student may be required to complete may increase the program length.
Admission Dates: Winter
Program Requirements
| STEC | 200 | Good Lab Practice | 4 |
| STEC | 220 | Environmental Technology | 5 |
| STEC | 221 | Hazardous Waste Management | 5 |
| STEC | 225 | Quality and Statistical Process Control | 5 |
| EASL | 086 | ESL Energy Technology Applications II | 3 |
| EASL | 087 | ESL Energy Technology Applications III | 3 |
| Total Program Credits | 25 | ||
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I-BEST Bio-Energy
Certificate of Completion
25 Credits
The I-BEST Bio-Energy certificate of completion is targeted at individuals seeking fundamental knowledge that can be applied in the energy and biological technology industry as well as at those interested in learning more about the biological energy systems in the future. It prepares an increasingly diverse workforce for employment opportunities in energy, environmental toxicology, and industrial practices. This certificate provides ESL/ABED students with a general understanding of the new biological technology in the energy sector. All-professional-technical classes are taught with a 50% overlap of instruction between the ESL faculty and the professional-technical faculty.
Corequisites:
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EASL 085 is a co-requisite for ETEC 110 and ETEC 121
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EASL 086 is a co-requisite for STEC 200 and STEC 220
It is the student’s responsibility to discuss sequencing and work out their individual schedule with a counselor or adviser. Any developmental coursework a student may be required to complete may increase the program length.
Admission Dates: Fall
Program Requirements
| EASL | 085 | ESL Energy Technology Applications I | 3 |
| EASL | 086 | ESL Energy Technology Applications III | 3 |
| ETEC | 100 | Introduction to Alternative Energy | 5 |
| ETEC | 121 | Biomass/Bio-fuel Basics | 5 |
| STEC | 200 | Good Laboratory Practice | 4 |
| STEC | 220 | Environmental Technology | 5 |
| Total Program Credits | 25 | ||
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