2011 Center for Energy Workforce Development Summit

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1 2011 Center for Energy Workforce Development Summit November 7-9, 2011 Westin Alexandria Alexandria, VA

2 Competency Model Tier 6 and 7 Job Specific Training Engineering Bridge Curriculum Christine Carpenter EPCE

3 EPCE s Bridge to Online Engineering Programs Energy Providers Coalition for Education (EPCE), a national alliance delivering solutions to attract and engage the energy industry s workforce through quality online education.

4 Energy Providers Coalition for Education Founded in 2000 National coalition of approximately 30 energy industry organizations represents about 70% of industry workforce Working solutions that - attract, train, develop, retain Online education as an additional tool Offer credentials - Certificates, AAS, BS, Master s By the Industry, for the Industry

5 Key Value EPCE Curriculum Council EPCE industry curriculum is based on the fundamental skills and knowledge needed by employees in this industry EPCE industry members serve on curriculum council EPCE members/sme s review and influence the content of the programs, ensuring they are up-to-date and change as the industry changes

6 EPCE Education Pathways Renewable Energy and the Smart Grid Electric Power Nuclear Power Electrical Engineering Career Connection Courses Renewable Energy and the Smart Grid AAS in Electric Power Technology AAS in Nuclear Power Technology BS in Electrical Engineering (BSEE) Clemson University Orientation to the Electrical Industry Smart Grid, Smart Customer Apprenticeship Program Electric Power Technology BS in Nuclear Engineering Technology Excelsior College Master s in Power Systems Mgmt or Power Systems Engineering Worcester Polytechnic Institute (WPI) Industrial Aptitude test prep course Operation Considerations for the Smart Grid Mathematics of Electricity Careers in Electric Power Virtual High School Online Energy Education by the industry for the industry

7 Connection to CEWD Troops to Energy Jobs EPCE Engineering Pathway Programs - Bridging the gaps between Veteran s military education and experience and the skills and education needed for specific energy-related engineering jobs. - High quality online education - Promotes an accelerated approach - Leads to industry-recognized credentials

8 EPCE s Engineering Pathway For the Degreed Engineer Worcester Polytechnic Institute (WPI) Power Systems Engineering Graduate-level certificate in Power Systems Engineering Protection & Control Master of Engineering in Power Systems Engineering Power Systems Management Graduate-level certificate in Power Systems Management Master of Science in Power Systems Management

9 EPCE s Engineering Pathway For the Prospective Engineer Clemson University Electrical Engineering Power Systems Certificate Renewable Energy Certificate Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering

10 EPCE s Engineering Education Partners Leaders in online learning ABET accredited Excellent student services Responsive to industry needs Reputation for quality education

11 For the Degreed Engineer Power Systems Engineering Worcester Polytechnic Institute (WPI) Provides a dedicated emphasis on power systems engineering and technology courses. This online program is intended for the professional engineer looking to elevate their knowledge and expertise specifically in power systems engineering. Graduate-level certificate in Power Systems Engineering, Protection & Control Master of Engineering in Power Systems Engineering

12 For the Degreed Engineer Power Systems Management Worcester Polytechnic Institute (WPI) Combining essential topics in power systems engineering with technology-focused business courses. This online program addresses technical and management aspects of power systems and is intended for the professional engineer looking to gain knowledge and skills for a managerial career. Graduate-level certificate in Power Systems Management Master of Science in Power Systems Management

13 For the Prospective Engineer Electrical Engineering Clemson University Providing breadth and depth in the subject areas of circuits, computer engineering, electromagnetic fields, electronics, controls, signal analysis, power systems, and communications. Power Systems specialization includes courses in Energy Conversion, Power Systems Analysis, and Electric Machines, Power Electronics and Drives. Power Systems Certificate Renewable Energy Certificate Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering

14 Employee Investment Company Investment Northeast Utilities invested in Power Systems Engineering programs for 70 degreed engineers One employee was able to save the company millions of dollars on a project directly due to knowledge gained from his degree. With this kind of result, these programs can be a very smart investment. Michael Ahern Vice President of Utility Services Northeast Utilities

15 Contact Information EPCE EPCE Engineering Programs Christine Carpenter EPCE Director