Introduction
The goal of the Energy Science and Technology degree is to give students knowledge and analytic skills in the science and technology of today’s diverse energy systems and industries. The degree is designed to prepare graduates to become leaders in Washington’s emerging clean energy economy with an interdisciplinary education that emphasizes applied science and technology, complemented by energy policy and business practices, that industry experts have prioritized among Washington’s energy workforce needs.
Note: Students who complete the BS degree in Energy Science and Technology can also receive the U.S. Department of Energy’s Zero-Energy Design Designation by completing the following courses within the major: ENRG 360 - Energy Efficient and Carbon Neutral Design or ESCI 360 - Energy Efficient and Carbon Neutral Design ; and ENRG 464 - Sustainable Building Analysis and Design or ESCI 464 - Sustainable Building Analysis and Design .
Why Consider an Energy Science and Technology Major?
Globally, access to modern energy services, including efficient usage, is essential to realize 20th century, let alone 21st century, living standards. A transition from inefficient use of fossil fuels to a clean, efficient energy system is key to managing urgent global risks such as climate change. Locally, demand is increasing for a trained energy workforce in Washington, due to an aging energy workforce and growth in emerging energy efficiency, grid modernization and energy storage industries in the state.
Student Resources
Website: Institute for Energy Studies
Contact information: Darrin Magee, Arntzen Hall 308, 360-650-4014, mageed@wwu.edu.
Department advising: Admitted and/or current students visit the Advising section of the Energy Studies website.
Degree Works: Current students should also log on to Degree Works to check student-specific program progress.
Career Services Center: Connect major to a career
Sample Careers: Corporate/Campus Energy Manager, Energy Efficiency Analyst, Building Energy Modeler, Energy Program Manager, Energy Resource Planner, Renewable Energy Project Manager, Director of Greenhouse Gas Management, Founder: new energy-related enterprise
How to Declare (Admission and Declaration Process):
Contact the Institute for Energy Studies office at 360-650-4422.
Grade Requirements
A grade of C- or better is required for a student’s major or minor courses, and supporting courses for majors and minors. Students enrolled in this degree program are not eligible for Energy Science Minor.
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