Shoreline Community College, 16101 Greenwood Ave N, Shoreline, WA 98133 | www.shoreline.edu | 2017–2018 Revised 6/22/2017 Clean Energy Technology & Entrepreneurship Associate in Applied Arts and Sciences (AAAS) Planning Guide 2017-2018 EPC 674 Program Information: Length of Program: 90 Credits Completion Award: A.A.A.S. Degree Enrollment: Every Quarter Approximate Quarterly Costs: $25-$85 (in addition to tuition, books and parking) Website: www.shoreline.edu/science/clean-energy-tech- program.aspx Program Advisor: Louise Petruzzella 206-546-4567 lpetruzzella2@shoreline.edu Rm 1409 Program Description: The Clean Energy Technology and Entrepreneurship Associate in Applied Arts and Sciences degree prepares graduates with the theoretical and practical knowledge necessary for careers in firms that manage, design, build, market or operate clean energy technologies in the built environment. The program focuses on clean energy technologies and practices that can achieve (or approach) “Net Zero Energy” in buildings. Shoreline works with professional affiliates, advisory committees and accreditation guidelines to ensure students receive the knowledge and skills currently in demand for employment. Clean Energy Technology & Entrepreneurship —What is it? The Clean Energy Technology and Entrepreneurship AAAS degree expands on the related technical certificate program. Like the certificate, the AAAS provides students with a background in alternative energy systems, building science, energy efficiency in buildings, and high performing building systems. Specialties include sustainable (green) building and photovoltaic (solar electric) systems design. The AAAS adds to the technical certificate a background of sustainable business practices and entrepreneurship. Emphasis is placed on the practices required to achieve “Net Zero Energy” in the built environment. The program uses an “applications oriented” learning method through realistic design projects and hands-on learning labs. Program Outcomes: Students who successfully complete this program-by achieving a GPA of 2.0 or better for the entire program-should be able to: 1. Apply a knowledge of mathematics, building science and electricity to practical problems in the clean energy field. 2. Read, visualize and interpret building plans and models including architectural, structural, mechanical and electrical components that affect building energy requirements. 3. Utilize building energy calculations and economic tools to inform decision making and design for clean energy technologies, 4. Complete an energy analysis of a building including benchmarking, envelope, heating, cooling, ventilating, lighting, service water, plug loads and renewable energy systems. 5. Identify, describe and analyze common solar PV, solar thermal, cooling, heating, lighting and service water processes for commonly applied technologies. 6. Layout, size, model and specify system components to meet design requirements for clean energy technologies. 7. Utilize virtual design and modeling techniques to model, design and create construction documents for clean energy technology systems. 8. Understand the applied code, safety, associated equipment and performance parameters and attributes required for the design, installation and maintenance of clean energy technologies. 9. Apply sustainable business practices to clean energy technology business models. 10. Utilize standard accounting practices, project management skills, a knowledge of business law and other business practices to support clean energy technology businesses. Career Opportunities—What can I do with a Degree in Clean Energy Technology & Entrepreneurship? Graduates can work in a wide variety of entry level positions such as: renewable energy or high performing systems designers, building energy analysts, energy management specialists, commissioning specialists, facilities operations, technical sales, and project managers. Entry level wages range from $14 to $25 an hour. Potential employers include: A variety of regional and national firms including solar installation firms, consulting engineering firms, architects, contractors, building owners, utilities, and manufacturers. For more, please visit career information and resources at http://www.shoreline.edu/counseling-center/career-counseling.aspx.