ALTERNATIVE ENERGY TECHNOLOGY
Certificate of Achievement Environmental Technology · Rio Hondo College · 2026-2027 Catalog
Description
The courses listed in this certificate compile a comprehensive list of job-related skills needed to acquire Alternative Energy technical skills. The skills acquired during class will prepare an individual for entry-level employment as an Alternative Energy Technician that may find employment as an installer, designer or as a maintenance and/or repair worker.
To acquire the Certificate of Achievement in Alternative Energy Technology, it is necessary to complete the following courses:
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Required Courses | 16 | |
| AET 120 | Introduction to Alternative Energy Technology | 3 |
| orET 120 | Introduction to Alternative Energy Technology | 3 |
| AET 121 | Photovoltaic Systems Design and Installation | 3 |
| orET 121 | Photovoltaic Systems Design and Installation | 3 |
| AET 122 | Advanced Photovoltaic Systems Design and Installation | 3 |
| orET 122 | Advanced Photovoltaic Systems Design and Installation | 3 |
| AET 123 | Wind Energy Systems Design and Installation | 3 |
| orET 123 | Wind Energy Systems Design and Installation | 3 |
| ET 124 | Advanced Wind Energy Systems Design and Installation | 3 |
| orET 124 | Advanced Wind Energy Systems Design and Installation | 3 |
| TCED 044 | OSHA 10 for the Workplace | 1 |
| Total | 16 | |