Alternative Energy Specialist - Austin Peay State University
Sustainability

Alternative Energy Specialist

345 Hours
Beginner
English

Become an Alternative Energy Specialist and learn ways to help conserve, reduce, reuse, recycle, and thus minimize our impact on the planet. Through this “entry-level” green course, offered by our accredited school partners, you will learn that even small changes make a difference and that going green is good for our health, the planet, and even our budgets.

If you are concerned about our energy future you will want to learn about the many aspects of the energy value chain:
• Oil and natural gas
• Coal
• Fossil fuels and the greenhouse effect
• Energy from water
• Biomass
• Solar energy
• Geothermal energy
• Wind energy
• Nuclear energy
• Electricity
• Energy storage
• Transportation
• Housing
• Smart energy consumption
• Hydrogen

Armed with the knowledge from this course you can form educated and informed opinions on the future of energy and its impact on the economy, health, and the environment.

As an Alternative Energy Specialist you will discover how to establish your business as a green business. You can become a Green Consultant and help others by exploring environmentally-friendly business opportunities to choosing eco-friendly means of production. Learn business basics with a green twist including financing, office setup, day-to-day operations and so much more!

After completing this course, you should be able to:

• Comprehend the core elements of green
• Identify strategies for offsetting your energy consumption
• Identify ways to buy local and buy organic
• Comprehend the basics of energy and thermodynamics
• Identify the various sources of energy and their specific features

Enroll through one of our accredited university or college partners today!

Alternative Energy Specialist Module 1
Picture Yourself Going Green
• What is Green?
• Ten Simple Steps
• Green Your Home
• The Air We Breathe
• Waste Not: Reduce, Reuse, Recycle
• Greening Your Home Office
• Green Your Energy
• The History of Energy
• Buying Clean Power Locally
• Offsetting Your Energy Use
• Green Your Appetite
• The Pesticide Proliferation
• Going Local, Going Organic
• Green Your Yard
• Fertilizers, Herbicides, and Pesticides
• Conserving Water

Alternative Energy Specialist Module 2
Green Your Life
• Green Your Wardrobe
• Genetically Engineered Cotton
• Clothing Production & Chemicals
• Green is Beautiful
• Green House cleaning
• Personal Care Products
• Green Your Transportation
• Why Carbon Emissions Matter
• Fine-Tuning for Better Gas Mileage
• Green Your Travel
• Choosing Ecotourism
• Supporting Green Businesses
• Eco Kids and Green Pets
• Healthy Nursery or Bedroom
• Choosing Natural Pet Food Options
• Five Ways to Go UberGreen

Alternative Energy Specialist Module 3
Understanding Energy
• We Need Energy
• Primary and Secondary energy
• Energy and First Law of Thermodynamics
• Entropy and Second Law of Thermodynamics
• Energy Sources We Use
• Oil and Natural Gas
• Properties of Hydrocarbons
• Oil Fields
• Coal: Fossil Fuel of the Future
• Classification of Coals
• Coal Combustion for Power Generation
• Coal-to-Liquid Technologies
• Fossil Fuels and Greenhouse Effect
• Weather and Climate
• Anthropogenic Emissions
• Kyoto Protocol
Alternative Energy Specialist Module 4
Energy Options
• Hydropower
• Dams and Diversions
• Small-Scale Hydropower
• Energy from the Ocean
• Marine Current Energy
• Osmotic Energy
• Producing Biomass
• Direct Combustion Technologies
• Biomass and the Environmental Impact
• Biofuels
• Solar Energy
• Thermal Solar Energy
• Concentrated Solar Power Plants
• Photovoltaic Systems
• Geothermal Energy
• Wind Energy

Alternative Energy Specialist Module 5
Electricity & Transportation
• Nuclear Energy
• Uses of Nuclear Energy
• Thermonuclear Energy
• Electricity: Smart Use of Energy
• Energy Sources for Electricity Production
• From Mechanical Energy to Consumer
• Energy Storage
• Weak Points of Energy Supply Chain
• Large-Quantity Storage Technologies
• Thermal Energy Storage
• Underground Energy Storage
• History of Transportation
• Energy and Transportation
• CO2 Emissions
• Hybrid & Electric Vehicles

Alternative Energy Specialist Module 6
Smart Energy Consumption
• Toward More Efficient Housing
• Different Regions, Different Solutions
• Bioclimatic Architecture
• Energy Use in a Household
• Improving the Way We Consume Energy
• Cogeneration
• Hydrogen
• Production to Distribution
• Hydrogen: Energetic Applications
• Fundamentals of Fuel Cells
• Direct Combined Heat and Power
• Hydrogen Safety
Alternative Energy Specialist Module 7
Your Own Green Business
• What Does “Green” Mean?
• Green Business Decisions
• Customers and Market Research
• Building a Green Business
• Green Business Equipment and Furniture
• Figuring Out Your Costs
• Getting Green Financing
• Making Your Way in a Greener World
• Your Green Team & Community
• Spreading the Green Word
• Green Marketing, Promotion & Advertising
• Social Responsibility
• Maintaining Positive Green Habits
• Green Business Resources

6 Reasons to Complete Your Training With Us

Flexibility
With our programs, you can learn and study at your own pace with access 24/7/365 for the duration of your program. This means you can learn on your own terms and work around your own schedule.
Support
Our online training comes with access to real, live support personnel that will help you through every step from our admissions adviser who will assist you with selecting the right training for you, to our student adviser who will be there with you during your entire training journey.
Relevancy
We have tailored our programs to provide comprehensive training in the technical and soft skills employers are looking for. With direct input and feedback from industry leaders and hiring managers, our program aligns with exactly what you need to successfully enter the workforce.
Certification
Our career training not only gives you the knowledge you need but preparation for the certification exams relevant to your desired career path. If you are pursuing an exciting new career in a field with a national certification, our program will both prepare you to sit for the exam but will often include a voucher for the exam cost.
Simulations and Case Studies
Our training programs have been developed with real learners and professionals in mind, so our programs incorporate real-world case studies and virtual simulations that will provide examples and interactions with real-life situations you may encounter during your career. These allow you to learn by experience with circumstances similar to what will be your daily responsibilities on the job.
Engaging and Interactive
Our training curriculum was developed with you in mind, looking at modern day learners and their needs. Our curriculum contains a mix of formats including reading, listening, watching, and interacting that will immerse you into a fun and engaging learning experience you will not only enjoy but not want to end.

Program Description



Become an Alternative Energy Specialist and learn ways to help conserve, reduce, reuse, recycle, and thus minimize our impact on the planet. Through this “entry-level” green course, offered by our accredited school partners, you will learn that even small changes make a difference and that going green is good for our health, the planet, and even our budgets.

If you are concerned about our energy future you will want to learn about the many aspects of the energy value chain:
• Oil and natural gas
• Coal
• Fossil fuels and the greenhouse effect
• Energy from water
• Biomass
• Solar energy
• Geothermal energy
• Wind energy
• Nuclear energy
• Electricity
• Energy storage
• Transportation
• Housing
• Smart energy consumption
• Hydrogen

Armed with the knowledge from this course you can form educated and informed opinions on the future of energy and its impact on the economy, health, and the environment.

As an Alternative Energy Specialist you will discover how to establish your business as a green business. You can become a Green Consultant and help others by exploring environmentally-friendly business opportunities to choosing eco-friendly means of production. Learn business basics with a green twist including financing, office setup, day-to-day operations and so much more!

After completing this course, you should be able to:

• Comprehend the core elements of green
• Identify strategies for offsetting your energy consumption
• Identify ways to buy local and buy organic
• Comprehend the basics of energy and thermodynamics
• Identify the various sources of energy and their specific features

Enroll through one of our accredited university or college partners today!

FAQ

To request more information, you can contact us via online chat, our website contact form, or toll free at 1-855-201-6910.

Online courses are accessible 24/7/365 and self-paced, allowing you to progress at your own pace on your own schedule. They can be taken from anywhere in the world from the comfort of your own home. Classroom courses have a set schedule of the days and times the courses will be held, and you must attend during those specific times.

Find out if online learning is right for you by contacting our team of registration advisers. Our team is available to answer any of your questions about taking an online course before you commit to enrolling. We will walk you through what to expect to ensure you are making the right decision. You can contact a registration adviser today via online chat, our website contact form, or toll free at 1-855-201-6910.

No, you are not required to have a diploma or higher education degree to enroll in an online course. However, some occupations may require minimum educational thresholds for employment or certification. For more information on your desired career requirements, please contact us via online chat, our website contact form, or toll free at 1-855-201-6910.

To take an online course, you will need to have access to an internet connection and an internet ready device such as a laptop, PC, or tablet. For course specific requirements, please visit the course page or contact a registration adviser today.

Our courses are developed with multiple formats including text, audio, video, and interactivity. Our courses also include multiple resources and tools which can include flashcards, games, activities, and more.

No, you can take the online courses from anywhere in the world.

We participate in several financial assistance options including third party funding, both military and non-military. To request more information on the financial assistance options available and check your eligibility, contact us via online chat, our website contact form, or toll free at 1-855-201-6910.

Duration is the amount of time you will receive access to your course. Durations vary by course and range between 1 month and 12 months. If you complete your course before your duration ends you will continue to have access to your course until the duration period ends.

Many of our career training programs include certification vouchers. This means that at the successful completion of your course, at no additional charge, you will receive an exam voucher for the corresponding industry certification. This voucher will allow you to register and sit for the appropriate certification exam to obtain your industry credential.

Our online courses are open enrollment, so you can start immediately. If you are using any third-party funding to cover your course tuition, your start date may be a future date determined by your funding program.

Once enrolled, you will be assigned a client adviser who will provide you with customer and technical support. Your client adviser will supply you with your course access information, any needed materials, and be available to answer any questions you have during your training experience. They will regularly check-in with you to monitor your progress and assist you with staying on track. You will also be assigned to a course mentor who will provide curriculum support throughout your training. Your mentor is available to answer any questions you have on your course curriculum, will monitor your progress and understanding of the curriculum, and may give assignments or quizzes.

If you experience any trouble accessing your course including technical issues or lost login credentials, please contact your client adviser at Austin Peay State University.

Our goal for students is to successfully complete their training course and achieve their career goals. We understand that extenuating circumstances can interfere with your ability to complete your course in the duration given. Because of this we have free or low-cost extensions available for our courses upon request. To discuss or request an extension please contact your client adviser at Austin Peay State University.

Upon successful completion of your course and fulfillment of any outstanding financial obligations, you will receive your certificate of completion. Certificates are provided to you within 30 days of completion. Your certificate will validate the training course you completed with a stamp of completion.

Students that successfully complete our career training programs are assigned a career development adviser who will coordinate placement at a local externship or hands on opportunity. These opportunities are optional and may vary based on availability and occupation. Your career development adviser will also provide job search services such as: resume building, mock interviews, job opportunity resources, and more. Our professional enrichment courses do not come with a career adviser or career services.