Alternative Energy Technicians assist in the design, installation, testing and maintenance of alternative energy systems. Utilizing the appropriate electrical and mechanical courses from other degree programs, plus the addition of specialized courses, this program focuses on both solar and wind technologies. Courses range from a global introduction to alternative energy systems to the installation of wind turbines and solar panels. The Alternative Energy technician will have the skills and abilities to play key roles in nearly every phase of renewable energy solutions.

This particular training option is referred to as an Associate of Technical Study degree, or ATS. ATS plans are created when a student has a unique employment objective that isn’t a ‘‘perfect match’’ for an existing MTC academic program. ATS programs combine courses and training from two or more programs to meet students’ specific needs.

The Alternative Energy Technician program is an established amalgam of engineering, business, and IT training. Established ATS programs are called OPTION I. Students requiring a truly unique career pathway may choose to develop an OPTION II program. This option requires a separate application and meeting with your advisor and/or appropriate academic personnel. Guidelines and a worksheet for selecting your courses, and an application form for the program, are available from the Office of Admission.

To apply for acceptance into the Alternative Energy Technician ATS program at MTC, applicants must have:

1. Completed and submitted the MTC Application for Admission and nonrefundable application fee.
   
2. Provided official final high school transcript (or GED results) and college transcripts (if applicable) with posted graduation date or passing GED results.
   
3. Completed the MTC Application for Financial Aid and the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) (optional).
   
4. Met with appropriate academic personnel and completed an Associate of Technical Study Degree application form.
   
5. Successful completion of the Basic Skills Assessment (COMPASS) and Technology Skills Test is required. Any College foundation courses recommended by COMPASS results are also required.
6. COMPASS math score of 41 or above required to take the first algebra course in the engineering program

Transfer students to MTC must qualify in accordance with current admission criteria.

If required, Foundation Courses are available to help you meet any specialized program admission requirements.