NEWS!
MTC is Going Green!The world has noticed the
need to "go green." Recycling,
organic foods, eco-friendly
products, geothermal systems
and other alternative energy
sources are just a few of the
green initiatives we see in the
media.
Marion Technical College
(MTC) has also recognized
the need to not only be
more energy-efficient on our
campus, but the need to train
technicians in this evolving
field. Before we jumped
into the green world, we
wanted to be sure to have
programs and courses that
could provide jobs to graduates
in the field. After much
research, MTC's engineering
department has formed the
area's first Alternative Energy
Technician Program.
Jay McCreary, Dean of Engineering,
said, "Our program
is similar to other programs
available in larger cities and
around the country. It brings
the latest technology in alternative
energy close to home." McCreary commented that the
need for the program became
apparent to him a few years
ago, but it took some time to
find the degree that worked
best in the local job market.
He feels the Alternative Energy
Technician degree is perfect
for this area for several reasons.
"Due to the way we have
constructed the degree, the job
possibilities are endless. Since
the program is focused on
manufacturing with a specialty
in wind and solar technologies,
it provides a wide range of
possibilities, from traditional
product manufacturing to the
installation and maintenance
of solar panels and wind
turbines," McCreary explained
the specifics of the degree.
He added, "The largest solar
array in central Ohio is now
in place just 25 miles north of
Marion. Several large wind
farms are being constructed in
Richland, Morrow and Hardin
counties. Technicians will
be needed to maintain these
installations. Solar panels and
wind turbines are not just
used for large scale operations.
Many home owners are now
including them to help with
energy cost reduction, and
technicians are needed for the
design and installation." The number of installations
will grow with time. Alternative
energy is a requirement
in Ohio. By 2025, 25% of
all generated electricity in
Ohio must come from
alternative energy sources.
Recently, Governor Strickland
announced that Ohio will
create a solar energy innovation
hub in northwest Ohio
by committing $250,000
to make the region known
around the world as a leader
in the solar industry.
Don't just grow your own organic
foods or chuck a plastic
bottle into a recycling bin – be
one of the first in this area to
be a hands-on leader in the
world of solar and wind energy
with a degree in this growing
field. Learn the ins and outs
of designing, installing, testing
and maintaining alternative
energy systems, here at MTC.
To learn more about this
exciting new program, visit
www.mtc.edu. |
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Contact Us:
1467 Mount Vernon Ave.
Marion, Ohio 43302
740.389.4636
enroll@mtc.edu
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