University at Buffalo
Renewable Energy: Fundamentals and Job Opportunities Certificate

Program Description
This course introduces clean energy career opportunities and explores the complexities and nuances of different renewable energy solutions. Learners are immersed in discussions about green energy technologies, the impact of sustainability on society, energy consumption and conservation. Topics include: tenets of green building design and construction, solar energy conversion through photovoltaic cells, wind turbine site selection and design, geothermal energy development, and nanotechnology applications in clean energy. It highlights educational opportunities from the State University of New York (SUNY) system that correlate with each clean energy market segment.
This online course is available on the Coursera platform.
FOCUS AREAS
- Clean energy 101
- Wind
- Solar
- Nanotechnology
- Sustainability
- Green building
Potential Career Opportunities
- Renewable Energy Technician
- Solar Panel Installer
- Wind Turbine Technician
- Renewable Energy Consultant
- Energy Efficiency Auditor
- Biomass Plant Operator
- Solar Energy System Designer
- Wind Farm Developer
- Sustainable Energy Project Manager
- Green Building Consultant
- Renewable Energy Policy Analyst
- Energy Storage Technician
Target audience
Designer/Engineer
Program Format
Online
Educational Level Prerequisites
High School diploma or GED
Expected Outcomes
Certificate