Energy Analysis and Consultation

The Certificate of Achievement in Energy Analysis and Consultation provides students with a comprehensive education in energy retrofits, green building construction, and building operations. This curriculum prepares students for a career in the clean energy industry specific to the built environment. This course of study covers topics ranging from energy auditing, energy efficiency, solar energy retrofits, green construction, (Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning) HVAC integration, and zero-net energy design.This pathway includes preparation for industry-recognized certifications geared towards leading businesses in the energy efficiency and renewable energy industry.

Students who successfully complete the award will be able to:

●       Recognize conservation strategies and energy saving measures by examining the house-as-a-system.

●       Evaluate current issues and technologies regarding greenhouse gases, indoor air quality, building decarbonization, and the ozone layer;

●       Compare and contrast the advantages and disadvantages of energy resources in terms of the effects on the environment;

●       Describe the relationship between energy use and society;

●       Apply various types of energy ratings and performance metrics;

●       Identify relevant building codes that govern energy efficiency, energy systems, and green buildings; and

●       Evaluate renewable energy and energy storage technology, performance, benefits, and costs.

The estimation is that 30 students, first cohort, will complete the certificate of achievement after the first year. 

The Energy and Geo-Environmental Engineering (EGEE) Program offers a comprehensive study of various resources that power the modern society. The EGEE Program course of study promotes accelerating clean technology innovation as well as adopting sustainable business practices for the benefit of the economy and the environment. Particular focus is directed toward basic understanding and appreciation of energy and environmental concepts and interconnectedness. The EGEE Program offers a series of complementary certificates that may be used for job placement and advancement in the field. When combined with the appropriate general education and graduation requirements, an EGEE Program certificate leads to an Associate in Science degree that may be used for advanced job placement in the field.

Some careers in energy and geo-environmental engineering require education beyond the associate degree and some require a graduate degree. This is not a comprehensive list but some of the most common career options with a degree in energy and geo-environmental engineering include: energy consultant, energy manager, energy auditor,building analyst, green HVAC/R professionals, envelope professionals, solar energy installation managers, solar photovoltaic installer, and weatherization installers and technicians, and various other green careers.