Energy Sector Curriculum Improvement Project for the North Carolina Community College System
Organization:
Central Carolina Community College
Amount:
134085.25
Program Area:
Open Grants Program
County of Applicant:
Lee
Year:
08/05/2010
Description:
Golden LEAF funds will support Central Carolina Community College’s efforts to lead the NC Community College Systems’ Energy Sector Curriculum Improvement Project that incorporates curriculum innovation, professional development, and broad-based participation among community colleges, businesses, and industries to develop programs to prepare students for the workforce demands of North Carolina’s green energy economy. The effort is part of a larger NC Community College System-wide curriculum improvement program that is incorporating green principles across disciplines. Working groups will generate a streamlined program structure and develop assessments to ensure that graduates emerge with industry-certified competencies and skills in the generation, transmission, storage, distribution, and utilization of traditional and renewable energy.