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	2023-2024 Course Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG] 																	 
	    Advanced Solar Thermal Energy Systems Certificate
				
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Total Credits: 30
Major Number: 5826 
CIP Code: 15.0505 
Program Description
The certificate in Advanced Solar Thermal Energy Systems is designed to provide existing contractors and other industry professionals with installation and maintenance skills necessary to become solar contractors. 
Program Prerequisites
Must have diploma or degree in plumbing, pipefitting, construction, HVAC or related field, or consent of instructor. 
Special Instructions
			 
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		Career/Occupational Requirements
 Career/Occupational Elective Requirements
 Career/Occupational Electives to reach 30 credits  Select a course from the following disciplines:  HVAC, FACM or other course(s) by academic petition Credits: 4 MnTC/General Education Requirements
 Goal 3 and/or 4: Sciences/Math/Logical Reasoning
 MnTC Elective Requirements
 None Additional Elective Requirements
 None Additional Requirements
 None Program Information
 General Requirements for Degrees, Diplomas, and Certificates See Century College Policy 3.17.0.1  Program Note For SOLR 1020  there is an additional expense for a smartphone app or pathfinder. See website for details.  Transfer, Articulation Agreements, and Partnerships See the Century College website for information regarding transfer.  This program is intended primarily for employment preparation rather than transfer to a four-year institution. Some courses may not transfer to a number of four-year colleges. If you are considering the possibility of transfer, you may wish to talk with your advisor, counselor, or program instructor before registering to discuss your goals, look at programs designed for transfer, and develop a plan.  Program Learning Outcomes At the end of this program students will be able to:   - Ability to design a system, component, or process to meet desired needs within realistic constraints such as economic, environmental, social, political, ethical, health and safety, manufacturability, and sustainability.
  - An ability to identify, formulate, and solve engineering problems.
  - An ability to use the techniques, skills, and modern engineering tools necessary for engineering practice.
  - Demonstrate the ability to apply the fundamentals of energy conversion and application.
    Program Contact Information Scott Randall 651.747.4042 Room 2302 East Sample Plan
 Please note that this is a sample course sequence. Individual schedules will vary depending upon student needs, goals, and availability. Students are recommended to meet with their advisor, counselor, or faculty program instructors to create an individualized plan that includes prerequisites and application requirements. For detailed program information see the Century College website. This information is subject to change. Note
 This information is subject to change. Changes and updates are posted on century.edu  Century College is a member of Minnesota State. We are an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer and educator.  This document can be available in alternative formats to individuals with disabilities by calling 651.773.1745 or emailing access.center@century.edu.  													 | 
												 
											 
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