In the Energy concentration, we empower students to contribute to a clean energy future.
You will
- Learn how to apply the fundamentals of energy science to design renewable energy systems and enhance the efficiency of energy technologies while conserving resources.
- Explore how policy and economics influence energy demand, supply, and infrastructure.
- Understand the various commercial energy sources such as fossil, wind, solar, nuclear, geothermal, hydro, and tidal. You’ll also dive into the ethical considerations surrounding these energy sources.
- Gain hands-on experience though laboratory courses in data collection, analysis, instrumentation, teamwork, and effective communication of experimental results.
- Receive expert guidance from faculty who specialize in wind, solar, and geothermal energy sources.
- Be equipped with the knowledge and skills to become a leader in the energy industry.
- Develop a strong foundation in the sciences and technology related to energy production, conversion, use, and conservation.
- Apply your knowledge from a technical, economic, and policy perspective, focusing on the design and analysis of energy technologies through a capstone project.
Explore the possibilities, gain valuable skills, and make a meaningful impact in the field of energy – creating a cleaner and brighter world.
Careers
Our ISAT Energy concentration graduates have diverse careers. Career paths include:
- Academia
- Consultant for Energy Firms
- Analyst for Renewable Energy Companies
- Energy Auditor
- Renewable Energy Consultant
- Renewable Energy Modeler
- Wind Farm Site Manager
- Solar Power Plant Operator
- Solar Project Developer
- Scientific Researcher
- Solar Engineer
- Solar Energy Technician
- Sales Representative for HVAC manufacturers
- Solar PV Installer
- Solar Power Plant Construction Worker
- Site Assessor
- Energy Efficiency Analyst