Degrees for Renewable Energy Engineering

Oregon Institute of Technology

• The Oregon Institute of Technology offers a Bachelor of Science degree with a major in renewable energy. This program combines electrical and mechanical engineering foundations with specialized instruction in renewable energy technologies. Course topics include photovoltaic power systems, fuel-cell technology, wind energy, biomass, integrated systems and ground-source heating technology.

  Oregon Institute of Technology

  7726 SE Harmony Road

  Portland, OR 97222

  503-821-1250

  oit.edu

Lawrence Technological University

• The College of Engineering at Lawrence Technological University provides a graduate certificate in energy engineering for students who hold degrees in engineering, chemistry or physics. Course topics include the role of energy in society, alternative energy fundamentals, power electronics, fuel cells, hydrogen technology, solar and wind energy systems, biofuels and biomass energy engineering. Students receive hands-on training through the university's state-of-the-art alternative energy engineering laboratory facilities.

  Lawrence Technology University

  21000 West Ten Mile Road

  Southfield, MI 48075-1058

  248-204-3160

  ltu.edu

Illinois State University

• The Department of Technology at Illinois State University offers an undergraduate major in renewable energy with a specialization in technology. Students receive engineering training in electronics, machinery, electronics circuits, information systems and project management, in addition to foundational coursework in energy, social issues, physics and geography. Graduates are well-prepared for careers in the biofuels industry, wind and solar energy companies or governmental agencies.

  Illinois State University

  215 Turner Hall

  Normal, IL 61790-5110

  309-438-3661

  illinoisstate.edu

Rochester Institute of Technology

• The Rochester Institute of Technology provides both a Master of Science and a Master of Engineering with a major in sustainable engineering. Both programs train students in the design, modeling and analysis of sustainable energy systems in addition to public policy and project management. Course requirements include product design and development, sustainable engineering fundamentals, life cycle assessment, environmental design and renewable energy systems.

  Rochester Institute of Technology

  One Lomb Memorial Drive

  Rochester, NY 14623-5603

  585-475-2411

  rit.edu