HCC offers specialized courses in the growing fields of solar, wind, and geothermal technologies to help individuals and businesses learn more about alternative energy and renewable resources. Training is also offered to add or enhance green skills to existing energy careers. In addition, many of the courses in this area are offered for free or at a reduced rate as part of a grant-funded effort to provide training in green jobs for individuals working in related fields or for unemployed individuals learning new job skills.
To find out more about the tuition incentive, call 240-500-2453, or email jadrooger@hagerstowncc.edu.
Going Green: Hot and Cold Facts of Your Home
Whether you own a turn-of-the-century farm house or new construction, energy costs are a topic that concerns everyone. You can explore the facts and options for your money pit in this seminar that overviews residential alternative energy and green factors. Experts in heating, cooling, and energy conservation will discuss the latest solar, wind, and geothermal trends. Plus, learn what government incentives may be available to help your move toward alternative energy sources.
Fee: $36
TRD 128 L Sat 9am-12pm June 9 P Kelly Valley Mall 7
Solar PV Installer Certificate of Competency*
More and more, solar photovoltaic (PV) systems are being used to produce electricity for homes and businesses. The industry is expected to grow dramatically over the coming years. This course covers all the basics needed to be a successful PV installer. Content includes sizing and designing a system, components of a PV system, the mathematics of PV system design, basic electrical concepts, and more. Two Saturdays included for field activities.
Fee: $501 Senior Adult Fee: $341
TRD 023 L Tues 6pm-9pm June 5 - July 31 P Kelly CPB 142
Introduction to Alternative Energy*
Renewable and alternative energy are options available today for residential and commercial electrical consumers. Understanding which options are available and how they benefit can help you or your organization stay viable in today's global market. Learn the basics about different energy types such as solar, wind, bio-fuel, solar thermal, geo thermal, magnetism, pressure and mechanical energy. Hands-on labs include miniature Wind Turbine Operation, Solar Energy Collection, and Hydro-fuel Vehicle operation. Prerequisites: strong math and reading skills. (Textbook required)
Fee: $325
CNT 202 K Tues 6pm-10pm May 22 - July 31 A Valente STEM 208
Solar and Wind Systems Firefighter Safety
Prepare for fire suppression in structures electrified by alternative energy systems. Develop best practices in your fire company for responding to structural fires that include solar photovoltaic panels, wind generators, and off-grid battery backup systems. Gain a basic understanding of alternative energy delivery systems along with hands-on labs on system disconnect. Firefighters: apply for grant funding to receive a tuition reduction.
TRD 048 L Sat 9am-1pm June 16
NABCEP Certified PV Installer Prep
Prepare for the NABCEP Certified PV INstaller exam in this prep course that covers the job task analysis for placing grid-connected and stand-alone photovoltaic systems. Perfect for contractors, foremen, and supervisors overseeing solar installs who need a state-required credential or want to separate themselves from their competition. Offered in partnership with IEC Chesapeake. (Textbook included)
Fee: $701 Senior Adult Fee: $681
TRD 044 K Thurs/Fri/Sat 8am-5pm May 24-26 Staff Valley Mall 7
NABCEP PV Entry Level Prep*
The NABCEP PV Entry Level Prep course is designed for individuals with electrical background wanting to enter the solar field. The course covers basic knowledge of the fundamental principles of the application, design, installation and operation of grid-tied and stand-alone PV Systems. A NABCEP PV Entry Level certificate of completion will be granted to those who successfully participate in the course and pass the two-hour, 60 question exam. Qualifying electrical background would include electrical apprenticeship, Journeyman, or Master electrician licenses. Offered in conjunction with IEC Chesapeake.
Fee: $800
TRD 024 A Thurs 3pm-9pm July 12
Fri/Sat 8am-5pm July 13-14
Wind Energy Installation
Install, startup, and test a typical wind energy system as you develop the skills needed to enter the field of wind turbine installation. Evaluate a site, select the components for a system, and develop troubleshooting/maintenance skills. Plus, learn the principles behind turbine design and operation. Required: Electrical background with emphasis on safety procedures. (Textbook Required)
Home Energy Analysis*
Prepare yourself for the green economy and certification as an energy auditor or a building performance professional. Recognized by the Maryland Energy Administration, topics to be covered include elements of an energy analysis (audit) for a single-family home; building science, safety and calculations of space and volume and use of related measuring and/or diagnostic equipment. Customer relations, including the ability to explain technical terms in layman's terms, will be emphasized. Content helps to prepare for the Building Performance Institute (BPI) written and field exams. Prior experience in construction is recommended. Class will also meet on one Saturday morning for site work (Textbook included).
Fee: $1151
Introduction to Geothermal Technology for HVAC Technicians
Prepare yourself for the growing job market in the area of Geothermal Technology using many of the skills you have already acquired as an HVAC Technician. Gain a basic understanding of the relationship between heat transfer theory you already know and how it applies to Geothermal Heat Pump Systems. You will gain knowledge of steps needed to plan and execute the advancement of your career and remain "in demand" as energy technology continues to advance in the future.
Fee: $26
Certified ICC Residential Energy Inspector/Plans Examiner
This course addresses provisions in the 2009 International Residential Code (IRC) and the 2006 International Energy Conservation Code (IECC). This course provides a basis for the correct use of the code in the design, plan review, inspection, and analysis of projects. Provides a clear understanding and correct use of the requirements identified by these basic code provisions, tables and categorizations allow code users to apply the code in clear-cut situations, and helps to build their understanding of the intent of the code when asked to make code compliance decisions.
Fee: $55
NABCEP PV Entry Level for Non-Electricians*
For individuals without an electrical background, this course can provide the knowledge and credentials to help you start a career in the solar power field. The course covers basic electrical theory as it relates to Photovoltaic (PV) plus the fundamental principles of the application, design, installation and operation of grid-tied and stand-alone PV Systems. A NABCEP PV Entry Level certificate of completion for will be granted to those who successfully participate in the course and pass the two-hour, 60 question exam. (Textbook and testing fee included.)
Fee: $1500 Senior Adult Fee: $1255
Geothermal Installation*
If you have a background in HVAC, expand into Geo-thermal operation, installation and maintenance in this course that covers the most commonly used designs available today. Evaluate a site to determine which design is best suited for a specific area, along with the pros and cons of selected systems. Prerequisites: CNT 107 Intro to HVAC or current HVAC field employment.
NEC 690 for Electricians and Code Officials*
Cover the updated 2011 National Electrical Code (NEC) article 690 Solar Photovoltaic (PV) code and gain a better understanding of how renewable energy systems interoperate with electrical systems. Course will guide you through the code for a grid-tied PV system with practical explanations of requirements, including examples of systems and equipment.
LEED Green Associate Exam Prep*
If you are a professional involved in green building projects, prepare yourself for successful completion of the Green Building Certification Institute's LEED Green Associate credential exam. Topics include: components of the LEED rating system, the LEED Certification process, resources and tools to document a building for certification, and benefits and draw-backs of pursuing specific credits (Textbook included).
* These courses are part of a grant-funded effort to provide training in green jobs for individuals working in related fields or for unemployed individuals learning new job skills and may be available to you for reduced or no tuition.
This project was funded in part, by a grant awarded under the President’s Community-Based Job Training Grants, as implemented by the U.S. Department of Labor’s Employment & Training Administration.
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