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Renewable Energy
Build practical competence in renewable-energy systems, electrical safety, installation support, maintenance and efficient workplace practice.
Programmes at a Glance‹
Build the practical skills behind Jamaica’s cleaner-energy future.
Build practical competence in renewable-energy systems, electrical safety, installation support, maintenance and efficient workplace practice. From the start, your learning stays close to the workplace as you practise renewable-energy systems and equipment, installation support and maintenance and electrical safety and sustainable work practices through hands-on activities and real-world challenges. You’ll leave ready to contribute with confidence, pursue opportunities such as renewable-energy installation assistant or solar-energy technician assistant, or turn your skills into an enterprise of your own.
What you’ll explore
Entry requirements
Your path to ECC may begin in different ways. This programme accommodates multiple admission routes, and our Admissions team can help you understand how your qualifications fit.
Open to eligible Sixth Form Pathway applicants.
Applicants may enter with one (1) CXC subject or one (1) City & Guilds subject.
Applicants may alternatively enter with a Level 1 certificate from HEART/NCTVET.
Programme structure
The applicable NCTVET Skill Offering is presented below as the programme structure, retaining its published code, title, unit level, type and hours.
The 26 competence standards below are the Core units listed for this NCTVET qualification.
ETERNE0072AApply Occupational Health and Safety Regulations Codes and Practices in the Workplace2Core25ETERNE0162ASolve Problems in Electromagnetic Devices and Related Circuits2Core30ETERNE0482AMaintain and Repair Facilities Associated with Remote Area Essential Service Operations2Core30ETERNE0243AVerify Compliance and Functionality of an Extra Low Voltage Renewable Energy Installation3Core20BCGCOR0011ACarry Out OH&S Requirements1Core40CRICOM0011AApply Language and Communication Skills1Core40CRIMAT0011APerform Basic Mathematical Computations1Core40ETERNE0142AMaintain and Repair Remote Area Power Generation Facilities2Core40ETERNE0182AWork Safely in the Construction Industry2Core25ETERNE0212AParticipate in Electronics and Communication Work and Competency Development Activities2Core35ETERNE0273AConduct Periodic Maintenance of Remote Area Power Supply Photo Voltaic Arrays3Core30ETERNE0102AComply with Scheduled and Preventative Maintenance Program Processes2Core30ETERNE0172AUse Computer Applications Relevant to a Workplace2Core25ETERNE0202ALay Wire Cabling and Terminate Accessories for Extra-Low Voltage (ELV) Circuits2Core35BCGCOR0001ACarry Out Interactive Workplace Communication1Core20BCGCOR0021APlan and Organise Work1Core20ETERNE0122AConduct Periodic Maintenance of Remote Area Power Supply Battery Banks2Core25ETERNE0152APerform CPR2Core30ETERNE0192AUse Drawings, Diagram, Schedules, Standards, Codes and Specifications2Core30MEMINS0011BInstall, Terminate and Connect Electrical Wiring1Core20ETERNE0082AAttend to Breakdowns in Remote Area Power Supplies (RAPS)2Core30ETERNE0092ACarryout Basic Repairs to Renewable Energy Apparatus2Core25ETERNE0112AConduct in Service Safety Testing of Electrical Cord Connected Equipment and Cord Assemblies2Core25ETERNE0132AFix and Secure Electro Technology Equipment2Core40ETERNE0222AAttach Cords, Cables and Plugs to Electrical Equipment for Connection to 1000 VAC or 1500 VAC Supply2Core30ETERNE0253AWork Safely with Remote Area Power Supply Systems3Core25The structure shown is a guide. Course or unit sequencing and availability may be adjusted to reflect enrolment levels, faculty availability and programme scheduling requirements. Offerings may therefore move to a different semester or position in the sequence.
You may be a strong fit if you…
are curious about environment & sustainability and ready to build practical skills.
want a structured pathway that connects learning with real career possibilities.
value teamwork, problem-solving and continuous professional growth.
Main Campus
This programme is based at the campus shown. Selected classes may also use online, field, laboratory or work-placement environments.