Energy Systems Technology is designed to meet the emerging needs of the expanding energy industry. Students learn the principles of energy as they relate to electricity, mechanics, and refrigeration and air conditioning. The first year of the program emphasizes theories, principles and basics of energy. Curriculum in the second year is driven by the student's interests, as he/she selects one of three specialty fields within the industry: Refrigeration and Air Conditioning, Electrical, or Mechanical. Refrigeration and Air Conditioning students leave the program with skills necessary to begin immediate employment, while Electrical and Mechanical degrees are designed as a pre-apprenticeship preparation. Energy Systems Technology curriculum is reviewed by an advisory board composed of local and regional industry members.

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Mission

To provide comprehensive technical programs and career training to improve the lives and livelihood of qualified and willing students in the Pacific Northwest and beyond.

• Develop marketable technical and interpersonal skills in the trade, resulting in career placement.
  
• Acquire appropriate licenses, certificates, and degrees upon exiting Walla Walla Community College.
  
• Provide relevant training through hands-on and field experience to prepare the students for industry.
  
• Develop analytical thinking and problem-solving abilities through instructional labs, projects, and testing.
  
• Provide training in environmental and work place safety that meets appropriate industry standards.

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Degree Options

Students may earn an Associate in Applied Arts and Sciences Degree in the following areas: Refrigeration and Air Conditioning, Electrical or Mechanical. One-year certificates are also available for each of the above listed AAAS degrees.

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Entrance Requirements

It is recommended that the student contact the lead instructor regarding appropriate program placement and paying a priority list fee to determine specific quarter start in the program. Students may enter the program fall, winter or spring quarter, however, due to course sequencing it is recommended to begin in the fall. A placement test offered by the Student Development Center must be completed prior to admittance to the program.

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Career Opportunities

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Other Information

For additional information including regional employment data, completion rates, student characteristics, and employment see http://www.wtb.wa.gov/etp.