Program Outcomes

At the completion of the program, graduates will be able to:

• Demonstrate OSHA-required safety while ascending and descending a 300’ wind turbine.
• Demonstrate an understanding of the mechanical, electrical, and control systems and sub-systems common to modern wind turbines.
• Demonstrate basic troubleshooting and problem-solving skills required to maintain a wind turbine.
• Troubleshoot complicated electrical problems on variable pitch systems.
• Demonstrate tower rescue
• Demonstrate basic electrical concepts required to maintain a wind turbine.
• Demonstrate the ability to use handheld test equipment to troubleshoot electrical circuits.
• Demonstrate understanding of Lock Out/Tag Out (LOTO) procedures for wind turbine and other equipment maintenance.
• Perform mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical component maintenance, repair, and replacement of parts to correct malfunctions.
• Troubleshoot and maintain control and PLC systems.

Check out the 2021-22 Annual Program Review for information on how this program assures that its students are attaining learning outcomes.