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Programs of Study
Energy & Science Technician
www.lwtech.edu/energyscience
Programs of Study
BIO-ENERGY
CERTIFICATE OF COMPLETION
19 CREDITS
Admission Dates: Fall, Winter, Spring
The Bio-Energy certificate will prepare the student for a
career in energy, environmental toxicology, and industrial
practices, and provide a general understanding of the new
biological technology in the energy sector. The certificate
is targeted at individuals seeking fundamental knowledge
that can be applied in the energy and biological
technology industry as well as for those interested in
learning more about the biological energy systems of
the future. Students have the option of continuing their
education by pursuing an AAS degree in Energy & Science
Technician and specializing in bio energy, renewable
electric energy, or industrial laboratory.
Lake Washington Institute of Technology does not
offer every course each quarter. It is the student’s
responsibility to consult the Class Schedule and work out
an individual schedule with an adviser or counselor. Any
developmental coursework a student may be required to
complete may increase the program length.
PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS
ENVS& 101 Introduction to Environmental Science. .........5
ETEC 110 Introduction to Alternative Energy
& Energy Management. ........................5
ETEC 121 Biomass and Bio-fuel Basics. ....................5
STEC 200 Good Lab Practice. .............................4
TOTAL PROGRAM CREDITS ............................19
ENERGY TECHNOLOGY
CERTIFICATE OF COMPLETION
19 CREDITS
Admission Dates: Fall, Winter, Spring
The Energy Technology certificate prepares students
for a career in energy management, site assessment or
technician level by training, retraining or upgrading skills.
Students will learn the basics of energy site assessment,
the technologies behind renewable energy and apply the
trade-offs associated with implementation of each, both
economic and environmental. The certificate is targeted
at individuals seeking fundamental knowledge that can
be applied in the field of alternative energy. Students
have the option of continuing their education by
pursuing an AAS degree in Energy & Science Technician
and specializing in bio energy, renewable electric energy,
or industrial laboratory.
Lake Washington Institute of Technology does not
offer every course each quarter. It is the student’s
responsibility to consult the Class Schedule and work out
an individual schedule with an adviser or counselor. Any
developmental coursework a student may be required to
complete may increase the program length.
PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS
ETEC 110 Introduction to Alternative Energy
& Energy Management. ........................5
ETEC 121 Biomass and Bio-fuels Basics. ...................5
ETEC 123 Introduction to Photovoltaic Systems. ...........4
ETEC 124 Fundamentals of Water and Wind Power. ........5
TOTAL PROGRAM CREDITS ............................19
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