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Are you ready to play a crucial role in renewable energy? At Centura College, our Wind Turbine Technician program equips you with the technical skills needed to install, maintain, and repair wind turbines. Open a world of opportunities in the fast-growing wind energy industry through this program.
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Our 12-month program introduces you to the fundamentals of generating electrical power from wind energy. You’ll learn about wind turbine safety, how to climb wind towers, and the intricacies of electrical theory. Our curriculum covers electrical circuits, electrical test equipment, alternating current and three-phase systems, circuit breakers and fuses, switching devices, and wind turbine power distribution systems. You’ll also gain hands-on experience with fasteners and torquing, bearings, lubrication, and hydraulic systems associated with wind turbines.
According to cleanpower.org, the Wind Turbine Technician profession is the second fastest growing job in the country, increasing by 44% over the next decade. Wind Turbine Technicians are in high demand and our program prepares you for entry-level employment as a Wind Turbine Technician. Once graduated, you’ll have the chance to find opportunities in the manufacturing, construction, maintenance, and operation aspects of the wind industry.
In the Wind Turbine Electricity course, learn all about advanced AC power concepts like single and three-phase alternating current. Additionally, discover the relationship between phases and how we use key components to refine AC power. Lessons covered include:
In Wind Fasteners and Industrial Bearings, learn all about the nuts and bolts of wind turbines. This includes wind turbine fasteners and industrial bearings. Topics of the course include:
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Convenient campus locations close to home and work, day and night classes available, career placement assistance for all graduates, focused, career-oriented education, hands-on training in classroom labs, instructors with real-world experience bring learning to life, Financial aid available for those who qualify, business and industry leaders provide input on training and trends, military tuition assistance and veterans’ benefits for those who qualify, free tutoring support.
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Centura Chesapeake
1150 Greenbrier Parkway,
Chesapeake, VA 23320
Centura Newport News
616 Denbigh Blvd,
Newport News, VA 23608
Centura Norfolk
7020 N Military Hwy,
Norfolk, VA 23518
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