This course offers information regarding renewable energy manufacturing sectors and occupations. It is aimed at high school students, first- and second-year undergraduates, and adults interested in learning about manufacturing careers that support the renewable energy industry. A focus on offshore wind occupations provides context, through manufacturing skills are typically transferrable to other sectors.
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There are 7 modules in this course
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2 readings
This module provides a foundation for this course by examining our national energy consumption and where we are moving toward in the future with renewable energies. You will be introduced to different types of renewable energies, why they are important, and how they are powering our everyday lives.
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3 videos1 reading1 assignment1 discussion prompt
This module provides an in-depth exploration of all aspects of wind energy, beginning with a brief introduction to its benefits for communities across New York State. It also covers what an offshore wind project involves and explains how wind turbines operate.
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3 videos4 readings1 assignment
Learners will gain in-depth knowledge of how the offshore wind industry operates, with a focus on the supply chain sector.
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2 videos2 readings1 assignment
This module provides insights into the offshore wind workforce demand with a focus on the increase of manufacturing roles arising throughout the industry in NYS. Learners will gain an understanding of the education & training requirements for these occupations.
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3 videos4 readings1 assignment
In this module, learners will be introduced to essential training equipment used in common manufacturing roles within the offshore wind industry. The module will include hands-on demonstrations of the equipment and emphasize its significance for quality control in the manufacturing of parts. Additionally, learners will gain insights from an engineering student specializing in manufacturing at Farmingdale State College.
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5 videos1 reading1 discussion prompt
This assignment will take you through four steps to mapping out your ideal career in offshore wind manufacturing. Using the template provided in Step 1 and the resources throughout the steps, you will discover a new career path and establish the pathways it takes to launch this new career opportunity.
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