RENEWABLE ENERGY
Note: Renewable Energy may not be offered during summer semesters.
Kellogg Community College’s Industrial Trades Renewal Energy program trains industrial electricians to install, monitor and maintain small-scale solar and wind energy systems in residential, commercial and industrial facilities.
KCC offers a certificate in Renewable Energy, as well as the more generalized Trades certificate and associate degree geared towards company-sponsored students.
- Renewable Energy Certificate (25 credits)
- Industrial Trades Certificate (25 credits)
- Associate in Applied Science: Skilled Trades (60 credits)
Note: Only the Industrial Trades Certificate is not eligible for financial aid.
Course Sequences
Unlike traditional academic courses, the offerings in KCC’s Renewable Energy program consist of short modules that are components of larger units. Modules are often less than one credit apiece and can be completed at a student’s own pace in a matter of hours or days. Units range from 1 to 30 modules, depending on the area of instruction.
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Renewable Energy Course Sequence
| Unit | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Unit 05 (INEL) | Electrical Safety | 0.17 |
| Unit 10 (INEL) | Mathematics for Electricians | 0.50 |
| Unit 15 (INEL) | Electrical Theory | 5.19 |
| Unit 35 (INEL) | National Electrical Code (NEC) | 2.07 |
| Unit 40 (INEL) | Power Distribution Systems | 2.58 |
| Unit 05 (INRE) | Energy Use | 2.08 |
| Unit 10 (INRE) | Photovoltaic Theory | 1.00 |
| Unit 15 (INRE) | PV Components | 2.38 |
| Unit 20 (INRE) | Photovoltaic Installation | 3.38 |
| Unit 25 (INRE) | Wind Theory | 1.41 |
| Unit 30 (INRE) | Wind Components | 1.92 |
| Unit 35 (INRE) | Wind Installation | 2.74 |
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| RMTC | Fall 2024 |
Job Outlook & Salary Info
For the latest employment and wage estimates for renewable energy careers in Michigan, visit the U.S. Department of Labor’s Bureau of Labor Statistics website.
Transfer Opportunities
Transfer opportunities are available for students looking to transfer their KCC credits to a four-year institution. Popular transfer destinations for KCC’s Renewable Energy students include Siena Heights University and Western Michigan University.
For additional advice on transfer opportunities, contact our academic advising department.
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