Sustainable Pathways: Explore Resources, Trainings, and Careers in Renewable Energy
Cultivate the skills necessary to secure financially rewarding and impactful roles in the rapidly growing renewable energy industry. Whether you are currently in pursuit of employment or aspiring to enrich your skill portfolio through training programs, here you can explore tools designed to help you attain employment in the renewable energy sector.
Renewable Energy Fundamentals and Job Opportunities is a self-paced online course featuring video lectures, readings, and resources exploring fundamental principles of renewable energy, along with opportunities for discussions and assessments. Learners will gain a foundational understanding of clean energy market segments including wind, sustainability, green building, solar, and nanotechnology.
The course’s culminating experience provides learners with a personalized career roadmap documenting the training needed to secure their ideal renewable energy career, with a focus on SUNY programs.
Enroll today!
A limited number of spots are available for free registration to the online course. Enroll today by completing a 5-minute intake survey or learn more by attending a Lunch & Learn event.
Acknowledgement:
These projects are supported by grants from the Offshore Wind Training Institute (OWTI), which is dedicated to advancing SUNY-based programs, providing avenues for students to enter the offshore wind industry, and supporting professionals in transitioning to this dynamic sector.
OWTI engages in collaborative efforts with SUNY academic institutions, assesses workforce development needs, conducts outreach initiatives, advocates for offshore wind opportunities within SUNY, defines criteria for allocating Smart Energy (SUNY) funds, and oversees the formulation and dissemination of RFPs/Calls for Proposals.
For additional information about TCIE's projects, click here.
Learn more about the OWTI and related projects here: https://owti.org/
Q: What platform is the Renewable Energy: Fundamentals & Job Opportunities course hosted on?
A: Coursera – Global Online Learning Platform.
Q: Is the course, self-paced or are there specific start and end dates?
A: The course is self-paced with cohorts beginning the first Monday of every month. Learners have 60 days to complete the course from the date that they access the course materials.
Q: What kind of support is available for students throughout the course?
A: Coursera provides support to learners through their learning help center. For additional questions, please reach out to our project cordinator at faridaho@buffalo.edu
Q: Is the Renewable Energy: Fundamentals & Job Opportunities course free?
A: The course has a limited number of spots for free registration to the online course. For free access to the course, individuals must participate in a Lunch & Learn event or complete a 5-minute intake survey.
Q: Are there alternative methods to register for the Renewable Energy: Fundamentals & Job Opportunities course aside from participating in a Lunch & Learn event for free course access?
A: There are two alternative options for enrolling in the online course:
- Complete our short 5-minute Renewable Energy Course Intake Survey for free course access
- Accessing the course via Coursera: While auditing the course is free, there is a standard fee of $49 to acquire the certificate of completion.
Q: Are there any prerequisites required to enroll in the Renewable Energy: Fundamentals & Job Opportunities course?
A: There are no prerequisites required to enroll in the online course. Whether you’re a beginner or have some prior knowledge in the field, our course was designed to accommodate learners at all levels.
Q: What topics are covered in the Renewable Energy: Fundamentals & Job Opportunities course curriculum?
A: This course covers Clean Energy 101, Sustainability, Green Building, Solar Energy, Wind Energy, Nanotechnology for Renewable Energy, and a final project: Exploring Pathways in Renewable Energy Careers.
Q: Are there any assignments or assessments throughout the course?
A: The course offers many discussion prompts in addition to one final project which allows learners to develop a portfolio containing a personalized “roadmap” detailing your career transition within the renewable energy industry. Learners will be given several opportunities to engage in optional and graded assessments.
Q: How long does it typically take to complete the Renewable Energy: Fundamentals & Job Opportunities course?
A: The online course takes approximately 26 hours to complete, 3 weeks at 8-9 hours a week.
Q: Are there any educational pathways or job opportunities associated with completing the course?
A: The online course is designed to provide learners with comprehensive insights into renewable energy. Our aim is to inform participants about the knowledge and skills necessary to excel in the field of renewable energy. Moreover, the course is structured to encourage learners to consider furthering their education in renewable energy through certificate programs, and 2-year or 4-year professional degree programs offered at SUNY institutions in New York State.