Environmental Sciences
Sustainable Energy Technology further study
Location
Online
Credential
Diploma
Program Length
Varies (63 credits)
Lakeland Option
Turn your certificate into a diploma by continuing with this program.
Apply credits toward a degree
Apply up to 30 credits of your diploma credits (after you graduate) towards a Bachelor of Science degree at Athabasca University. The options are:
- Bachelor of Science
- Bachelor of Science - human sciences major
- Bachelor of Science - applied mathematics major
- Bachelor of Science - computing and information systems major
Industry Certifications
Courses prepare you to pursue industry certifications from organization such as:
- North American Board of Certified Energy Practitioners (NABCEP) - Lakeland College is a registered training provider for the NABCEP's Solar Photovoltaic (PV) Associate as well as PV Installation Professional & PV Commissioning and Maintenance Specialist exams. Our RC 205 Introduction to Solar Energy and RC 325 Solar Photovolatic Systems courses are gateways to NABCEP certification. Take the courses as part of the diploma or in a sustainable energy microcredential stream.
- Canadian Green Building Council (LEED Green Associate)
Other options
You may also want to look at short courses to add installation skills. Check with organizations such as the Solar Energy Society of Alberta for other educational opportunities.
As well, this diploma and related journeyperson trades certification is a powerful combination of skills and knowledge.
Depending on any other previous education, you may want to pursue a diploma or degree in a related discipline.
Northern Alberta Institute of Technology (NAIT)
Completion on this diploma meets entrance requirements for NAIT's Bachelor of Technology program.
Athabasca University (AU)
You can receive credit towards the Bachelor of Science Post Diploma program in the following majors:
- Applied Mathematics
- Computer & Information Systems
- Human Science