This course prepares you to recognize the complexities and nuances of different renewable energy solutions, as well as relevant career opportunities (both technical occupations and roles not typically associated with clean energy). Learners are immersed in discussions about green energy technologies, the impact of sustainability on society, energy consumption in the United States and conservation. Topics include: tenets of green building design and construction, solar energy conversion through photovoltaic cells, wind turbine site selection and design, and nanotechnology applications in clean energy. It references educational opportunities from the State University of New York (SUNY) system that correlate with each clean energy market segment.
Renewable Energy: Fundamentals and Job Opportunities
Instructors: Marjaneh Issapour
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Develop foundational understanding of clean energy market segments (sustainability, green building, solar, wind, and nanotechnology)
Explain the fundamental principles of economic, social and environmental sustainability
Identify renewable energy career opportunities and corresponding educational pathways
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There are 8 modules in this course
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3 readings
This module provides a foundation for the course, covering energy consumption and conservation, the importance of renewable energy, and pathways to careers in renewable energy.
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11 videos5 readings2 assignments1 discussion prompt
Learners will gain an understanding of the fundamental principles of sustainability, why sustainability matters, and career opportunities in the field.
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7 videos2 readings2 assignments1 discussion prompt
Learners will develop an understanding of the value of green buildings, fundamental green building principles, and common rating systems.
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5 videos5 readings2 assignments1 discussion prompt
Learners will consider the benefits and limitations of solar energy, and gain an understanding of solar energy careers and educational opportunities.
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15 videos4 readings2 assignments1 discussion prompt
Learners will review the history of wind energy, consider wind as a fluid, explore turbine design and siting, and gain an understanding of wind power careers and educational pathways.
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11 videos6 readings6 assignments1 discussion prompt
Learners will be introduced to nanotechnology and its applications in renewable energy. Careers and educational pathways will also be explored.
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6 videos3 readings1 assignment1 discussion prompt
Using the resources provided throughout the course, you will hone in on a renewable energy career of interest. By assessing your current background and reviewing the requirements for the desired position, you will conduct a gap analysis and be able to describe the education and training needed to enter your ideal renewable energy career. This culminating project leaves learners with a roadmap to a renewable energy career.
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10 readings1 assignment1 peer review
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Reviewed on Jun 22, 2023
This course has great data from the beginner to intermediate of Wind/Solar/Nano renewable energy and green building. totally worth it
Reviewed on Feb 8, 2021
I did get a better understanding about Renewables energy
Reviewed on Apr 12, 2022
Very good overview and practical guidance for pointing your career in the right direction.
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