Solar Energy Technology Degree

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Clovis Community College

Also known as NMSU-Dona Ana

2800 N. Sonoma Ranch Blvd., Las Cruces, NM

About
Clovis Community College, located in Clovis, New Mexico, was founded in 1961 as a branch campus to Eastern New Mexico University. The school was built in conjunction with Clovis Municipal Schools in order to bring post secondary educational options to the area. The school was given its current campus in 1978, where it experienced a high amount of growth in both surface area and student enrollment. The school was voted by local residents in 1990 to be given local controlled independent community college. Though the school operates independently, it still maintains a close relationship with Eastern New Mexico University.

Academics
Clovis Community College offers a variety of programs dedicated to assisting in academic transfer or career development. Academic transfer is accomplished by completing the first two years of a four year education at CCC, followed by applying for transfer to a four year institution to complete the final two years and earn one's bachelor's degree. Students applying for transfer to a public New Mexico institution, particularly Eastern New Mexico University, will have an easier time transferring based on agreements in place the facilitate or guarantee admission if certain prerequisites are met.

Career and training programs provide students with the skills and abilities necessary to enter the workforce as qualified professionals. Students will study in both classroom settings, and if necessary, in controlled environments where skill development is supervised by a qualified instructor. Such programs take between one and two years to complete and result in a certificate or degree that demonstrates one's competency in the chosen field. These programs are typically reflective of community needs and are introduced in part by the schools' dedication to local workforce development.

Programs offered include:

• Cosmetology
• Criminal Justice
• Business Administration
• General Studies
• Liberal Arts

Admissions and Financial Aid
Clovis Community College is a public, two year, open enrollment institution that allows any individual seeking a post-secondary education to enroll as long as they meet the minimum requirements for admission. Applicants must supply a completed application, transcripts and test scores, as well as pay all accrued fees. Students may also be required to take a placement exam prior to registration. The school encourages meeting with a counselor to discuss goals, program enrollment and curriculum. Participation in student orientation is also encouraged in order to familiarize oneself with the school and campus.

Financial aid is available in the form of loans, grants and scholarships. Students in need of financial assistance must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), the information from which will be used by the school to determine the extent of one's needs and aid program eligibility when constructing a financial aid packet. Aid must be reapplied for prior to the start of each academic year. Students may be chosen at random by the school to supply additional financial and tax information to be cross checked with the FAFSA prior to the disbursement of funds as part of new federal regulations governing aid programs.

Students Enrolled in the Solar Energy Technology Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. NMSU-Dona Ana has offered the following program levels for students:

• Less Than One Year Certificate
• Less Than Two-Year Award
• Associate's Degree

Students by Academic Level (2019)

Students by Gender (2019)

Students by Race (2019)

Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.

Career Options for Graduates

Electrical Engineering Technologists

Description

Assist electrical engineers in such activities as process control, electrical power distribution, or instrumentation design. May prepare layouts of electrical transmission or distribution systems, supervise the flow of work, estimate project costs, or participate in research studies.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, electrical engineering technologists employment is expected to shrink at a rate of -0.2% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

• Las Cruces, NM
  • Total Employment: 200
  • Average Hourly Rate: $24.01
  • Average Annual Salary: $49930

Solar Photovoltaic Installers

Description

Assemble, install, or maintain solar photovoltaic (PV) systems on roofs or other structures in compliance with site assessment and schematics. May include measuring, cutting, assembling, and bolting structural framing and solar modules. May perform minor electrical work such as current checks.

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).