Wind Energy Technology/Technician
A program that prepares individuals to apply basic engineering principles and technical skills in support of engineers and other professionals engaged in developing wind-powered energy systems. Includes instruction in wind energy principles, energy storage and transfer technologies, testing and inspection procedures, system maintenance procedures, and report preparation.
- Schools offering
- 5
- Annual completions
- 3
- Typical degree level
- Associate's
- Median earnings (5yr)
- $84k
About this major
A program that prepares individuals to apply basic engineering principles and technical skills in support of engineers and other professionals engaged in developing wind-powered energy systems. Includes instruction in wind energy principles, energy storage and transfer technologies, testing and inspection procedures, system maintenance procedures, and report preparation.
Examples of specialized tracks: Wind Turbine Technology/Technician.
Where this major leads
Occupations most often associated with this major, from the federal BLS+O*NET crosswalk. Job-growth projections and median wages are national.
| Occupation | Median wage | Job growth | Typical education |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engineering technologists and technicians, except drafters, all other | $77k | +1.5% | Associate's degree |
| Wind turbine service technicians | $63k | +49.9% | Postsecondary nondegree award |
Earnings at a glance
Median graduate earnings from the federal College Scorecard, 5 and 10 years out.
Median 5-year earnings
$84k
Associate's vs Bachelor's — early-career earnings
Associate's
$78k
Bachelor's
$90k
Top colleges for Wind Energy Technology/Technician
Ranked by annual completions at the associate's or bachelor's level — a proxy for program scale.
| College | Location | Assoc. | Bach. | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| College of Southern Idaho | Twin Falls, ID | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| Bristol Community College | Fall River, MA | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Clinton Community College | Plattsburgh, NY | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Lorain County Community College | Elyria, OH | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Lakeshore Technical College | Cleveland, WI | 0 | 0 | 0 |
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