The Occupational Endorsement in Sustainable Energy provides students with a broad-based educational foundation based on the two pillars of sustainable energy: energy efficiency and renewable energy.  The program is structured as 6 credits of foundation knowledge and a minimum of 6 credits of electives that allow students to specialize in specific areas of sustainable energy. This degree program prepares students for entry-level employment and can serve as a stepping-stone towards further degrees in science and engineering.

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Program Basics:

• Renewable energy
• Energy efficiency
• Hands-on experience through certain electives
• Options for 100% distance delivery
• Independent research projects

Graduation Requirements (students must complete the following courses):*

• ENVI 220: Intro to Sustainable Energy (3 cr.)
• DEVM 105: Intermediate Algebra (3 cr.) or CTT106: Construction Math (3 cr.) or  TTCH 131: Math for the Trades (3 cr.)

      And complete at least 6 credits from the following electives:

• CT 201: Cold Climate Construction (3 cr.)**
• CTT 100: Construction Technology Core (3 cr.)
• CTT 160: Photovoltaic Systems, Part I (5 cr.)
• CTT 161: Photovoltaic Systems, Part II (5 cr.)
• CTT 250: Current Topics in Construction Trades (1-3 cr.)
• ENVI 101: Introduction to Environmental Science (3 cr.)
• ENVI 120: Home Energy Basics (1 cr.)
• PHYS 102X: Energy and Society (4 cr.)

      Total: 12 credits

      *Students must earn a C grade or better in each course

      **CT201 is offered by University of Alaska Southeast

Example Occupations for Graduates:

• Weatherization Technician
• Renewable Energy Technician
• Tribal Environmental Assistant
• Facilities Systems Maintenance Worker
• Education Support Staff

Example Occupations (with additional training):

• Certified wind or solar technician
• Energy Auditor
• Energy efficiency consultant
• Green building consultant

Examples of Continuing Educational Opportunities:

• Environmental Studies Certificate
• Associate of Applied Science
• Associate of Science
• Interdisciplinary Studies