Renewable Energy

About

John Brown University offers a Bachelor of Science in Renewable Energy with three options available:

• Management Option This option is focused on preparing graduates for positions in business, government, and non-profit organizations in the area of energy management or production
• International Development Option This option is focused on preparing graduates to serve domestically or internationally in the arena of community and technological development for NGOs and technical missions work

A minor in Renewable Energy is also available.

Courses in the Renewable Energy department emphasize laying a strong foundation of the fundamentals of science and energy conversion, its application to international sustainable development and the business and management skills to drive its growth market can be effective agents for sustainable change.

The Renewable Energy program is a cross-disciplinary program grounded in the belief that students who understand the fundamentals of science and energy conversion, its application to international sustainable development and the business and management skills to drive its growth market can be effective agents for sustainable change. The Department of Renewable Energy will draw from existing strengths in the Science, Engineering, Business, and the Institute for Biblical Community Development.

Opportunities

Students in the program will study Wind, Solar and Biomass Energy. They will also gain practical experience in designing, constructing and monitoring renewable energy systems. Depending on the option pursued, the senior capstone project will allow students to work directly with local and international organizations doing research, energy assessments and system design.

Careers

Possible careers for graduates of the Renewable Energy Department include:

• Design, integration and sales of renewable energy systems including:
• • Photovoltaic
  • Solar thermal
  • Wind energy systems
  • Biomass systems
• Energy Resource Analyst
• Sustainability Officer
• Community Development Consultant
• Mission Agency Consultant