Academics

Academics & Departments

Renewable Energy Systems: EET Option: The most comprehensive Renewable Energy Systems (RES) training offering in the State of Oregon preparing technicians for solar power, wind power, fuel cell and other renewable energy fields.
Energy Tech Programs: Microelectronics has two new programs geared toward preparing PCC students for technical careers in the solar industry, the AAS Degree in Microelectronics Technology, and a COC in Solar Voltaic Manufacturing Technology. The COC is a short program consisting of approximately 13 credits, the majority of these credits are transferable to the Solar Voltaic AAS degree (which consists of 95 credits).
Want to learn more about Green Careers?: Check out these resources: Oregon Green Career Pathways and The Greening of the Oregon Workforce

Sustainable Practices for Academics and Resources Council (SPARC): The Sustainable Practices for Academics and Resources Council (SPARC) leads the PCC effort to instill sustainability in our educational offerings.
Cascadia High-Performance Systems Training Institute: ATE Cascadia Regional Institute for Sustainability Education (C-RISE) led by Portland Community College, Lane Community College, Portland State University, and Portland Public Schools, will help government and industry meet the demand for a workforce that understands and adopts sustainable practices in building design, construction, and maintenance, energy technology, landscape technology and development-related natural resource management in Oregon and Washington.