WTG 100 Introduction to Wind Power
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Keywords
wind technology, energy, NJC, Northeastern Junior College, hybrid, blended, CHAMP, Colorado,Advanced Manufacturing, CCCS, Colorado Community College System, TAACCCT, CHAMP, Competency-based Training, Industry-recognized Credentials
Project
CHAMP-Colorado Helps Advanced Manufacturing Programs
Authors
Date Submitted
2014-01-01
Material Type
Hybrid/Blended Course
Secondary Material Type
Institution
Aims Community College
Industry Partner
License
CC BY
Funding Source
TAACCCT Round 3
Additional Public Access
Abstract
Introduces students to the wind power generation industry. Topics covered will include physics of wind energy, various sizes and types of wind turbines, reading wind maps for finding the best wind locations. Students will also engage in discussions of the impact of the wind industry on social, environmental, economic, and political issues.
Industry (NAISC)
Utilities -- Utilities -- Electric Power Generation, Transmission and Distribution (2211)
Occupation (SOC)
Installation, Maintenance, and Repair Occupations -- Electrical Power-Line Installers and Repairers (49-9051)
Instructional Program (CIP)
Technology Education/Industrial Arts (21)
Credit Type
Credential Type
Certificate
Stacked/Latticed Credential Model
Associate Degree
Stacked/Latticed Credential Model
Associate Degree
Educational Level
1st year Community College or equivalent
2nd Year Community College or equivalent
2nd Year Community College or equivalent