Austin Community College has made a commitment to help prepare the local workforce for a bright future in renewable energy technologies. Whether you are interested in the installation of solar panels, systems designed to support new renewable energy technologies, or simply wanting to learn more about this emerging industry, ACC can help you get there!
Learn More About the Renewable Energy Industry
Program Information - You've Got Options!
ACC is currently developing a wide range of programs and courses that focus on the renewable energy field, with a strong emphasis on solar power technologies. Additional renewable energy technologies (i.e. wind, geothermal, etc) will be added as the local industry expands in those areas. Below you will find information on ACC's current course offerings as well as those in development.
College Credit Courses
College Credit Programs
The certificate and degree provide a solid foundation for students entering the renewable energy industry, and share several courses with ACC's Power Technology Program.
Credit Program Admissions Process
The information included in this PDF packet will assist you with the registration and application process.
For College Credit Admissions Information: 512-223-6404 or vman@austincc.edu
Continuing Education Courses
Industry Certification Courses (Continuing Education)
These courses prepare students to pass industry certification exams required for working in the field of solar technology installation. ACC also hosts these certification exams in the ACC Business Assessment Center.
Professional Continuing Education Courses
These short courses cover key continuing education topics for those currently working in the renewable energy field who want to expand their skills and knowledge and keep up with advances in technology.
View Continuing Education Course Availability
For Registration Information: 512-223-7525 or eardizon@austincc.edu
Renewable Energy - Other Information of Interest
- Interstate Renewable Energy Council
- North American Board of Certified Energy Practitioners
- Solar Energy Occupations
- Texas State Energy Conservation Office Energy Programs
The development of Austin Community College's renewable energy programs (both college credit and continuing education) have been made possible in part by funding from Workforce Solutions - Capital Area, the City of Austin's Austin Energy Solar for Schools program, and the Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts' State Energy Conservation Office (SECO).