Sunday, April 22, 2012: 3:30 PM-4:30 PM
Poster 7 (Exhibit Hall) (Orlando World Center Marriott)
Monday, April 23, 2012: 11:15 AM-12:15 PM
Poster 7 (Exhibit Hall) (Orlando World Center Marriott)
Program Description: Model renewable-energy programs offered at Illinois Valley Community College (IVCC) illustrate how community colleges can quickly, efficiently, and cost-effectively respond to market needs. Two certificate programs for wind energy technicians are already being offered at IVCC, and work has begun on certificates for technicians in other renewable-energy industries. These certificates, developed with support from a National Science Foundation grant, will lead to a new, model Associate in Applied Science degree in industrial technology, being developed as a career pathway from renewable energy and related industry certificates to a 2 + 2 Bachelor's degree. We will highlight an effective, efficient, adaptable process and cost-effective strategies for designing and offering renewable-energy programs to meet the growing demand for technicians.
Panelists:
Sue Isermann, Associate Vice President for Academic Affairs, Illinois Valley Community College, IL
Jamie Gahm, Director of Continuing Education and Business Services, Illinois Valley Community College, IL


