Northwest Technical College
Bemidji, Minnesota

Wind Energy

As more and more communities are embracing wind technology to provide sustainable energy, this industry offers great opportunity. With a certificate in wind energy, you can find great-paying positions as small or large wind tower installers and maintenance crew members. Combining a wind energy certificate with another degree, such as our AAS in sustainable environment technologies, expands your opportunities even more.

Technical and general courses offer a mix of theory and hands-on learning in classrooms, labs and at job sites where you’ll learn the following skills:

• Construction safety
• AC/DC motors and generators
• Basic electricity
• Tower and wind energy safety

Employment

Upon completion of this certificate you will have basic knowledge of wind systems and be prepared for a supervised, entry level position in wind technology with a wind company, dealer or installer. Building trade professionals will gain knowledge that expands your services to include wind systems, consulting, planning, specifications and installation.

See more about careers in the wind industry.

Next Steps

Many credits in this program may apply to the Sustainable Environment Technologies (AAS) program at NTC.