Course Description:

Step into the future of energy and industry with this six-week pre-apprenticeship designed to prepare you for high-demand careers in power generation, process operations, and utilty systems maintenance. Through real-world projects and guided reflection, you’ll learn how energy moves from source to system, how technicians keep critical infrastructure running safely, and how technology is reshaping industrial work.

Whether your goal is to enter an apprenticeship or advance toward a technical career, this course equips you with the foundational knowledge, professional readiness, and systems-level awareness needed to thrive in the modern industrial workplace.

Associated O*NET Codes (Apprenticeship Pathways):

  • 17-3023.00 (Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and Technicians)
  • 49-2095.00 (Electrical and Electronics Repairers, Powerhouse, Substation, and Relay)
  • 49-9081.00 – (Wind Turbine Service Technicians)
  • 49-9051.00 (Electrical Power-Line Installers and Repairers)
  • 51-8013.00 (Power Plant Operators)
  • 51-8031.00 (Water and Wastewater Treatment Plant and System Operators)
  • 47-2231.00 – (Solar Photovoltaic Installers)
  • 49-9021.00 – (HVACR Mechanics and Installers)
  • 49-9071.00 – (Maintenance and Repair Workers, General)
  • 49-9022.00 – (Telecommunications Line Installers and Repairers)
  • 49-9011.00 – (Mechanical Equipment Maintenance Workers)
Explore the future of energy with a career in efficient natural gas facilities using Cutting-edge technology for clean and reliable power

What You’ll Learn

By the end of this course, you will be able to:

  • Explore the Energy and Industrial Landscape:
  • Understand how energy systems, manufacturing, and maintenance operations intersect to power our economy, and identify pathways into careers like power plant technician, industrial mechanic, and controls specialist.
  • Apply Safety and Professional Standards:
  • Gain OSHA-aligned safety awareness, lockout/tagout procedures, and industry-specific professionalism skills that employers expect.
  • Build Foundational Technical Knowledge:
  • Develop an understanding of mechanical, electrical, and process systems; learn how sensors, motors, and control devices work together in industrial environments.
  • Interpret Systems and Schematics:
  • Learn to read and analyze basic system diagrams, process flow charts, and automation schematics used in real-world industrial applications.
  • Plan and Execute Projects:
  • Integrate problem-solving and project management skills by simulating maintenance tasks, energy audits, and operational troubleshooting scenarios.

Interactive Features

  • Scenario-Based Quizzes + Knowledge Checks
  • Downloadable Templates & Checklists
  • Weekly Instructor Feedback
  • Portfolio Builder
  • Certificate of Completion

Course Length

  • 6-week course
  • Hybrid Format: 30-minute video conference once per week
  • Structure: 1–2 lessons and required activities per week

Course Content

Week 1: The Energy Workforce & Industrial Systems Overview
Utility – Understanding the Energy Sector and Career Pathways
1 Topic
Apply and Reflect – Understanding the Energy Sector and Career Pathways
Utility – Energy Flow & Utility Systems Overview
1 Topic
Apply and Reflect – Local Systems Mapping: Tracing Energy & Utilities in Your Community
Week 2: Industrial Safety, Tools, and Work Practices
Utility – OSHA-Compliant Safety, PPE, and Industrial Hazard Awareness
1 Topic
Apply and Reflect – OSHA-Compliant Safety Training, PPE, and Hazard Awareness
Utility -Tools, Equipment, and Worksite Readiness
1 Topic
Apply and Reflect – Tools & Equipment of the Utilities Sector
Week 3: Electrical & Mechanical Fundamentals
Utility – Mechanical Systems, Pumps, and Material Handling
1 Topic
Apply and Reflect – Foundational Math and Measurement Skills in Utilities
Utility – Electrical Theory and Motor Control Basics
1 Topic
Apply and Reflect – Electrical Metrology: Quantifying the Invisible Grid
Week 4: Systems Thinking & Automation Awareness
Utility – Reading Schematics, Process Diagrams, and P&IDs.
1 Topic
Apply and Reflect – Schematic Interpretation & System Isolation in Utilities
Utility – Systems Logic and Operational Excellence
Week 5: Energy Efficiency, Sustainability, and Troubleshooting
Utility – System Efficiency & Root-Cause Analysis
Utility – Technical Documentation, Reporting & Portfolio Evidence
1 Topic
Apply and Reflect – Compiling a professional portfolio showcasing cross-trade competencies.
Week 6: Career Launch & Professional Portfolio
Resume Building, Certification Alignment, and Industry Expectations
1 Topic
Apply and Reflect – Resume building and job application strategies
Career roadmap development, immediate career launch steps.
1 Topic
Apply and Reflect – Career roadmap development, immediate career launch steps.

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