CERTIFICATE
RENEWABLE ENERGY INSTALLATION ASSISTANT
Train in the growing field of photovoltaic (solar) panel installation
PROGRAM DETAILS
This one-year, 12-course certificate program prepares and trains students for careers in the growing field of photovoltaic panel (also known as solar panel) installation. This program will provide students with a background in theory and practice, including laboratory work and field experiences. Learning from academic, industry, and community experts as well as Indigenous Elders, students will learn how renewable energy technology and Traditional Ecological Knowledge (TEK) are vital in balancing traditional values and the needs of industry and communities in the development of green energy. Graduates of the program will possess the skills necessary to meet the growing demand for experts in the renewable energy sector. They will gain knowledge in such areas as photovoltaic systems and components, project analysis, energy storage, the economics of renewable energy and energy policies, regulations, and audits. Graduates will help to meet the labour needs of Alberta's (and Canada's) expanding green energy economy, particularly within First Nation communities.
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
All applicants must complete a competency test in Math and English.
Applicants are required to have an Alberta High School Diploma or equivalent, including English 20-2 or higher, Mathematics 20-2 or higher, and Science 1 0 or higher, or equivalent courses, with grades of 65% or higher, for admission to the program.
University and college course credits may be accepted as equivalent to a high school diploma.
Applicants may also enter through Mature Student Status if they are over age 21 and successfully complete a Skills Appraisal Test in Math and English.
Applicants may also enter with special permission from the Department Head, Science & Technology, but may be required to take up to an additional nine (9) credits or preparation courses in mathematics, communication, and/or the sciences.
Department Head
Jocelyn Verreault
Department Head of Science and Technology
jocelyn.verreault@ytced.ca
(780) 484-0303 Ext. 519
PROGRAM PLAN
| FALL | COURSE TITLE | CREDITS |
|---|---|---|
| REIA 100 | Photovoltaic Cells: An Introduction | 3 |
| REIA 110 | Introduction to Photovoltaic Systems | 3 |
| REIA 115 | Occupational Health and Safety | 1 |
| NTST 103 | Native Social Structures | 3 |
| ▼ CHOOSE ONE LANGUAGE COURSE ▼ | ||
| CREE 100 | Introduction to Cree Language and Culture (Part 1) | 3 |
| ISGA 115 | Introduction to Stoney | 3 |
| WINTER | COURSE TITLE | CREDITS |
|---|---|---|
| REIA 120 | Project Analysis | 3 |
| REIA 125 | Photovoltaic Microgeneration | 3 |
| REIA 130 | Economics of Renewable Energy | 3 |
| REIA 135 | Photovoltaic Energy Storage | 1 |
| NTST 206 | Cultural and Environmental Impact Assessment | 3 |
| CHOOSE ONE LANGUAGE COURSE | ||
| CREE 200 | Introductory Cree (Part 2) | 3 |
| ISGA 125 | Intermediate Stoney | 3 |
| SPRING | COURSE TITLE | CREDITS |
|---|---|---|
| REIA 140 | Introduction to Energy Audits | 3 |
| REIA 150 | Energy Law | 3 |
| REIA 199 | Practicum Placement | 3 |