Environmental Technology
Power the Future of sustainable energy
Program Options
Environmental Technology offers a stackable pathway that allows you to build your credentials over time — entering the workforce after a certificate and continuing toward a degree when you’re ready.
Environmental Technology: Alternative Energy Intermediate Certificate
Build foundational skills in construction methods, electrical systems, building safety, and alternative energy technologies. This certificate introduces concepts such as passive solar design, home building, community development, and sustainable construction practices.
Credential: 19 Credit Hours
Environmental Technology: Alternative Energy Advanced Certificate
Expand your knowledge of renewable energy technologies, construction economics, drafting, blueprint reading, and electrical systems while developing more advanced skills in solar and wind energy applications.
Credential: 45 Credit Hours
Environmental Technology: Alternative Energy Technician AAS
This workforce-focused degree prepares students for careers in alternative energy and sustainable construction through a combination of classroom learning, field workshops, and hands-on technical training alongside local contractors and industry professionals. Students may apply credit hours earned through the Construction Technology Certificate toward completion of this degree.
Credential: 70 Credit Hours
Stackable Credentials
Environmental Technology offers a flexible, stackable pathway. The Intermediate Certificate provides foundational skills and can be completed quickly, while the Advanced Certificate builds on those skills with more technical coursework. Both certificate pathways build toward the Environmental Technology: Alternative Energy Technician AAS degree, so your earlier coursework is never wasted. Certificate credits from the Construction Technology Certificate may also be applied toward the AAS degree.
You can enter the workforce after earning a certificate and return to continue your education when your goals or schedule allow.
What Can I Do with this?
Graduates of Environmental Technology programs may pursue careers such as:
- Alternative Energy Technician
- Solar Energy Installer or Technician
- Wind Energy Technician
- Solar Thermal Installer and Technician
- Wind Energy Development Manager
- Environmental Engineering Technologist
- Sustainability Technician
- Energy Systems Technician
- Renewable Energy Project Coordinator
- Building Performance Specialist
Career opportunities vary by education level, certifications earned, and employer requirements.
What Will I Learn?
Depending on your program, you may develop skills in:
- Alternative energy systems and technologies
- Solar energy principles and passive solar home design
- Wind energy systems and development
- Sustainable building materials and energy efficiency
- Building design and drafting
- Construction methods and safety practices
- Electrical, plumbing, carpentry, and masonry fundamentals
- Building codes and regulations
- Energy efficiency and heat transfer principles
- Project planning and management
- Workplace technology and computer applications
Programs at a glance
- Length of Program
- Associate of Science (AS) Transfer Degree
- AGEC-S Certificate
- Individual AGEC courses
- Course Delivery:
- In-person and Online Classes
- Course Schedule:
- Day and Evening Classes Available
- Transferrability:
- All Courses transfer to NAU, ASU, and U of A as AGEC credit.
- Financial Aid Eligible
- Military/Veteran Benefits Available
- Location:
- Lone Tree Cmapus
- Page Campus
- Online
Transfer option
Environmental Technology programs are primarily workforce-focused credentials designed to prepare students for employment. Transfer options may be limited depending on the program. Students interested in continuing their education toward a bachelor’s degree should meet with an academic advisor to explore available university transfer options and determine the best pathway for their goals.
CCC participates in transfer partnerships with Northern Arizona University, Arizona State University, the University of Arizona, and Grand Canyon University.
Please meet with an Advisor to discuss options.
Career Outlook
Frequently Asked Questions
- What's the difference between the certificates and the AAS degree?s?
Certificates provide focused, job-ready training and can often be completed more quickly. The AAS degree offers broader technical coursework and additional preparation for long-term career growth. Both certificate pathways can also build toward the AAS degree.
- Can I earn industry certifications?
Students may have opportunities to prepare for certifications such as OSHA 10, OSHA 30, and EPA 608 through program coursework. Specific certification opportunities vary by course and program.
- Do the certificates stack into the AAS degree?
Yes. Environmental Technology certificate pathways are designed to build toward the Environmental Technology: Alternative Energy Technician AAS degree, allowing you to develop credentials over time without repeating coursework.
Meet Your Faculty:
Next Steps:
- Apply for free
- Find ways to pay for college
- Meet with your Advisor
- Enroll in classes
