Eastern Iowa Community College-Renewable Energy System Specialist

by Ryan Light
(Davenport, Iowa)

This is an Associate of Applied Science degree program*, with certificate career options, in the renewable energy field. This program is designed to train individuals who wish to enter the job market with the skills to perform a variety of job functions in the renewable energy field.

Renewable Energy Systems Specialists are responsible for installing, maintaining, and troubleshooting photovoltaic systems and wind turbines. People in this position need a strong electro-mechanical background and therefore will receive such training. Renewable Energy System Specialists need to be able to analyze a site, install equipment and have working knowledge of electrical systems, pumps and motors related to renewable energies.

http://www.eicc.edu/highschool/programs/career/environmental/energy/index.html