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Renewable Energy: Fundamentals and Job Opportunities
  • Level Foundation
  • المدة 23 ساعات hours
  • الطبع بواسطة University at Buffalo
  • Offered by

عن

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. The course is suitable for anyone interested in entering the renewable energy field, whether fresh to the workforce or switching industries. Material encompasses online lectures, videos, demos, readings and discussions. Learners will create a career roadmap, whereby they define a job that interests them, conduct a gap assessment to determine additional education/training/skills they need, and document a pathway to their ideal renewable energy career.

الوحدات

Welcome to the course!

    • 3 Readings
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3 Readings

  • Welcome Message and Course Overview
  • Acknowledgements
  • Career Exploration Activity: Create Your Pathway

Introduction

    • 4 Videos
    • 2 Readings
    • 1 Assignment
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1 Assignment

  • Career Exploration Activity: O*Net

4 Videos

  • Intro to Clean Energy 101
  • Conservation and Sustainability
  • Forms of Renewable Energy
  • The Importance of Renewable Energy

2 Readings

  • International Renewable Energy Career Exploration Resources
  • The Department of Energy Explains Renewable Energy

Renewable Energy Fundamentals

    • 3 Videos
    • 2 Readings
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3 Videos

  • Energy Basics
  • Energy Consumption and Conservation
  • Renewable and Non-Renewable Energy Sources

2 Readings

  • Renewable Energy Fundamentals Resources
  • EDF and the UN Define Renewable Energy

Pathways to Careers in Renewable Energy

    • 4 Videos
    • 1 Readings
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4 Videos

  • Pathways to Renewable Energy Careers
  • Program Spotlight: Renewable Energy Education and Training at SUNY Farmingdale
  • Program Spotlight: Columbia Technology Ventures
  • Optional: Renewable Energy Career Advice from Timothy Hoffman

1 Readings

  • Pathways to Renewable Energy Careers Resources

Clean Energy 101 Discussion and Quiz

    • 1 Discussion
    • 1 Assignment
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1 Assignment

  • Clean Energy 101 Graded Quiz

1 Discussions

  • What are your goals?

Introduction to Sustainability

    • 1 Videos
    • 1 Assignment
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1 Assignment

  • Career Exploration Activity: SMART Goals

1 Videos

  • Introduction to Sustainability

Principles of Sustainability

    • 5 Videos
    • 2 Readings
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5 Videos

  • Sustainability Overview
  • Environment
  • Economics
  • Equity
  • Measuring Sustainability

2 Readings

  • Federal and State Climate Action Plan
  • Sustainability Resources

Pathways to Careers in Sustainability

    • 1 Videos
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1 Videos

  • Pathways to Careers in Sustainability

Sustainability Discussion and Quiz

    • 1 Discussion
    • 1 Assignment
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1 Assignment

  • Sustainability Graded Quiz

1 Discussions

  • Sustainability Principles

Introduction to Green Building

    • 1 Videos
    • 1 Assignment
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1 Assignment

  • Career Exploration Activity: Map a Career Utilizing U.S. Department of Energy Resources

1 Videos

  • Introduction to Green Building

Green Building Fundamentals

    • 3 Videos
    • 4 Readings
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3 Videos

  • The Societal Need for Green Buildings
  • History and Purpose of Green Buildings
  • Green Building Rating Systems

4 Readings

  • Total Cost of Ownership
  • History and Purpose of Green Buildings Resources
  • Green Building Rating System Resources
  • Pacific Northwest National Laboratory Discusses Green Buildings

Green Building Careers, Education, and Training

    • 1 Videos
    • 1 Readings
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1 Videos

  • Green Building Careers

1 Readings

  • Green Building Career Resources

Green Building Discussion and Quiz

    • 1 Discussion
    • 1 Assignment
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1 Assignment

  • Green Building Graded Quiz

1 Discussions

  • Green Building Career Options- What interests you?

Introduction to Solar Energy

    • 1 Videos
    • 1 Readings
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1 Videos

  • Introduction to Solar Energy

1 Readings

  • Monocrystalline Vs. Polycrystalline solar panels: A Clear and Simple Comparison

Solar Energy Basics

    • 4 Videos
    • 2 Readings
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4 Videos

  • Solar Industry History
  • The Value of Solar
  • How PV Works
  • Solar Electric System Anatomy

2 Readings

  • Solar Energy Resources
  • The Department of Energy Shares the Basics of Photovoltaic Cells

Solar Energy - Technical Lessons

    • 5 Videos
    • 1 Readings
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5 Videos

  • Solar Radiation
  • Orienting to the Sun
  • Photovoltaic Cells and PN Junctions
  • Photovoltaics
  • PV Systems

1 Readings

  • Technical Lesson Notes - Formulas and Calculations for Optional Technical Quiz

Pathways to Careers in Solar Energy

    • 2 Videos
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2 Videos

  • Solar Energy Careers
  • Spotlight on SUNY: Pathways to Solar Energy Careers

Optional Lesson: Career Advice from Solar Energy Experts

    • 3 Videos
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3 Videos

  • Solar Energy Career Considerations: Gay Canough, Installation Company Owner
  • Solar Energy Career Considerations: Dylan Pulaski, Installer
  • Solar Energy Career Considerations: John Easoz, Consultant

Solar Energy Discussion and Quiz

    • 1 Discussion
    • 2 Assignment
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2 Assignment

  • Solar Energy Graded Quiz
  • Optional Technical Quiz

1 Discussions

  • Solar Energy

Wind Power Fundamentals

    • 4 Videos
    • 1 Readings
    • 1 Assignment
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1 Assignment

  • Wind Power Fundamentals Optional Quiz

4 Videos

  • Offshore Wind - Program Overview
  • History of Wind Power
  • Introduction to Offshore Wind
  • Wind as a Fluid

1 Readings

  • Wind Energy Resources

Turbine Design and Siting

    • 4 Videos
    • 2 Readings
    • 1 Assignment
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1 Assignment

  • Turbine Design and Siting Optional Quiz

4 Videos

  • Reviewing Major Components of Nacelle Trainer
  • Turbine Design
  • Hands on Demonstration - Mechanical Drives Systems Trainer
  • Siting Wind Turbines

2 Readings

  • Turbine Design Resources
  • U.S. Offshore Wind Project Locations

Offshore Wind Supply Chain and O&M

    • 2 Videos
    • 2 Readings
    • 1 Assignment
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1 Assignment

  • Offshore Wind Supply Chain and O&M Optional Quiz

2 Videos

  • The Offshore Wind Supply Chain
  • O&M and Training in Offshore Wind

2 Readings

  • Supply Chain Resources
  • O&M and Training Resources

Pathways to Careers in Wind Energy

    • 1 Videos
    • 1 Readings
    • 1 Assignment
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1 Assignment

  • Career Exploration Activity: U.S. Department of Labor Employment and Training Administration

1 Videos

  • Wind Energy Careers: Expert Interview with Jessica Fischer

1 Readings

  • Resources to Support Careers in the Wind Industry

Wind Energy Discussion and Quiz

    • 1 Discussion
    • 2 Assignment
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2 Assignment

  • Wind Energy Graded Quiz
  • Wind Energy Summative Graded Quiz

1 Discussions

  • Wind Energy Pros and Cons

Nanotechnology Fundamentals and Careers

    • 2 Videos
    • 2 Readings
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2 Videos

  • What is Nanotechnology?
  • Working in Nanotech

2 Readings

  • Nanotech Resources
  • Photovoltaic Cells Generating Electricity

Nanotechnology for Solar Energy Systems

    • 2 Videos
    • 1 Readings
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2 Videos

  • Nanotechnology for Solar Energy Systems
  • Solar Cell Manufacturing

1 Readings

  • Nanotech for Solar Energy

Nanotechnology Careers and Educational Pathways

    • 2 Videos
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2 Videos

  • Nanotechnology Education in New York State
  • Program Spotlight: Nanotechnology at SUNY Erie Community College

Nanotechnology Discussion and Quiz

    • 1 Discussion
    • 1 Assignment
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1 Assignment

  • Nanotech Graded Quiz

1 Discussions

  • Nanotech Applications

Phase 1: Project Definition

    • 3 Readings
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3 Readings

  • Step 1: Project Ideation
  • Step 2: Narrow and Title Your Project
  • Step 3: Project Objectives

Phase 2: Self Assessment

    • 4 Readings
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4 Readings

  • Step 4: SWOT Assessment
  • Step 5: You and Your Future Goal
  • Step 6: Self-marketing Tool
  • Step 7: Create an Elevator Pitch

Phase 3: Utilizing Your Network

    • 3 Readings
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  • Step 8: Safeguard Your Online Image
  • Step 9: Identify a Mentor
  • Step 10: Grow Your Network

Project: Exploring Pathways to Renewable Energy Careers Conclusion

    • 1 PeerReview
    • 1 Assignment
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  • Project: Exploring Pathways to Renewable Energy Careers Evaluation

1 Peer Review

  • Final Project: Exploring Pathways to Renewable Energy Careers

Auto Summary

Embark on a comprehensive journey into the world of renewable energy with this engaging course designed to unravel the complexities of green technologies and career opportunities within the field. Tailored for both newcomers and industry switchers, this foundational course from Coursera delves into key aspects of renewable energy solutions, including green building design, solar energy, wind turbine engineering, and the role of nanotechnology in clean energy. Led by experts from the State University of New York (SUNY) system, the course offers an immersive learning experience through online lectures, videos, demos, and discussions. Participants will gain insights into the impact of sustainability on society, energy consumption patterns in the United States, and effective conservation strategies. One of the standout features of this course is the career roadmap project, where learners identify their ideal job in the renewable energy sector, assess the educational and skill gaps they need to fill, and chart a clear pathway towards achieving their career goals. Spanning a duration of 1380 minutes, this course provides flexible subscription options, including Starter and Professional plans, making it accessible for a wide range of learners. Whether you're aiming to start your journey in renewable energy or seeking to pivot your career towards a more sustainable future, this course offers the foundational knowledge and practical guidance to help you succeed.

Marjaneh Issapour
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Marjaneh Issapour

Khosro Shirvani
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Khosro Shirvani

Elena Brewer
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Elena Brewer

Timothy Cochran
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Timothy Cochran

Robin McClellan
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Robin McClellan

Mark Bremer
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Mark Bremer