2012 - 2013 catalog - Delta College

Alternative Energy - Wind Turbine Technology - Associate in Applied
Science
Program Code: AAS.15805
The Associate Degree Program in Alternative Energy/Wind Turbine Technology prepares you for employment as a wind turbine technician. Duties of
a wind turbine technician include operating and maintaining giant wind turbine units, performing mechanical and electrical troubleshooting, as well as
repair and preventative maintenance. This technician uses computers and has an understanding of hydraulics, electricity, algebra, and meteorology.
Working about 250 feet above the ground requires this professional to set aside any fears of heights. Teamwork is key to success in this position
where safety and a smooth-running work environment are critical.
General Education Courses
Course Credits Course Title Completed
ENG --- 3/5 Any Approved College Composition I Course
ENG 113 3 Technical Communication
LW --- 1 Any 1 Credit LW Course (As of fall 2007) AND
LWA --- 1 Any 1 Credit LWA Course
OR
LW --- (2) Any 2 Credit LW Course (As of fall 2007)
LWT 165 1 Community First Aid
MTH 119W 4 Intermediate Algebra
GEO 103W 4 Introduction To Meteorology
PHY --- 4/5 Any Approved Physics
POL --- 3/4 Any Approved American Government Requirement
24/28 SUBTOTAL
Basic Program Requirements
Course Credits Course Title Completed
CST 133W 4 Computer Concepts & Competencies
CST 161 3 Networking Fundamentals
ET 110W 3 DC Electrical Fundamentals
ET 120 3 AC Electrical Fundamentals
ET 122 4 Programmable Logic Controllers
ET 130 3 Advanced Electrical Applications
ET 140 3 Fundamentals of Electrical Motors and Motor Controls
MT 151 3 Power Transmission
MT 161 2 Industrial Rigging
MT 220 3 Hydraulics & Pneumatics I
31 SUBTOTAL
Wind Turbine Technology Courses
Course Credits Course Title Completed
WTT 100 3 Introduction to Wind Energy
WTT 110 2 Climb Safety and Rescue Safety Training
WTT 120 3 Wind Turbine Mechanical Systems
WTT 215 2 Wind Turbine Blade Design
WTT 230 1 Wind Turbine Schematics
WTT 240 3 Power Generation, Transmission, and Distribution
WTT 280 2 Fundamentals of Data Acquisition
16 SUBTOTAL
71/75 TOTAL CREDITS REQUIRED FOR ASSOCIATE DEGREE
1. A grade of “C” (2.0) or higher is required in all courses for the degree.
2. Any College PHY or SKPH course (except PHY 213) meets the requirements for this degree.
3. You will be required to get permission before enrolling in the WTT 110 and WTT 120 courses. Students will be admitted into the WTT sequence
Delta College 2012-2013
Career Information: www.delta.edu See an advisor for scheduling assistance.
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