Des Moines Area Community College
Industrial Electro-Mechanical
Technology Program Provides Training for:
Wind Energy
and Technology
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A career that
takes you to
new heights.
Wind farms are springing up across Iowa.
Thousands of wind generators are appearing on
Iowa’s landscape. It’s part of a major economic
development initiative of Governor Chet Culver to
create new, “green-collar” jobs and make Iowa the
renewable energy capital of the nation.
Exciting new job opportunities are being created by
the expansion of the wind energy industry. Utility
companies that are installing these 300-foot-tall
wind turbines need workers who know how to
build, operate, repair and maintain them.
That’s where you may fit in.
“These aren’t just
hot jobs, they are
sizzling jobs. Wind
energy grew by 45
percent last year. We
need every type of
job candidate.”
Christine Real de Azua,
American Wind Energy
Association Spokesperson
(Quoted in Yahoo Hot Jobs)
Register now for Des Moines Area Community
College’s Industrial Electro-Mechanical Technology
program. In just two years, you can earn an Associate
of Applied Science (A.A.S.) degree and be ready to
take your place in the exciting wind energy industry.
With your A.A.S. degree from DMACC, you’ll be
qualified for a position in wind turbine technology.
It’s a high-skill, high-pay job with a secure future.
You will be able to work in many areas of the
country, including right here in Iowa.
FPL Group is the largest generator of wind energy
in the nation. In the next few years, the Floridabased company will triple its wind energy output to
9,000 megawatts. Part of that expansion will take
place in Iowa.
Skills and Abilities You Will Need
•Apply technical skills in mechanical and
electronic equipment and repair
•Diagnose and repair industrial hydraulic
and pneumatic systems
•Use digital electronic equipment in
automated production systems
•Diagnose and repair power transmission
systems in industrial equipment
Recommended High School/
Background Courses
•Blueprint Reading, Drafting,
Electricity, Intro to Computers,
Metalworking, Welding
Graduate in just two years
Your first year will include
these courses:
• Applied Math
• Introduction to Computers
• Principles of Electricity
• Communication Skills
• Mechanical Power Transmission
• Hand & Bench Machine Tools
• Motor Control
Your second year will include
specialized training in wind
turbine technology.
This is a new focus within DMACC’s
Industrial Electro-Mechanical Technology
Program. Classes are offered on the
Ankeny, Carroll and Newton Campuses.
By registering for the Industrial ElectroMechanical Technology Program, you’ll
enjoy all of the benefits of attending
DMACC, including low-cost tuition, small
class sizes, and professors who genuinely
care about your success.
If you like working with electrical
equipment and computers, engaging your
mind while working with your hands,
and have no problem with heights, wind
turbine technology may be just the career
opportunity you’ve been looking for.
“This industy
is booming and
it’s only going to
get bigger as the
nation continues to
put more emphasis
on renewable fuels.
As a result, there
are tremendous
If you’re interested in a wind energy
opportunities for
career, DMACC is now accepting
great-paying jobs and
applications. Check it out at www.DMACC.
a fast career path to
edu.
Program entry requirements
Easy as 1, 2, 3
1. Complete a DMACC Application
2. S
atisfy the COMPASS assessment
testing requirement
3. Attend any required information/
registration session
For more information, contact
DMACC Ankeny Campus
Dean Hoffman, Professor of Manufacturing Technology,
at 515-964-6277 or drhoffmann@dmacc.edu.
DMACC CARROLL Campus
Jack Thompson, Professor of Manufacturing Technology,
at 712-792-1906 or jdthompson@dmacc.edu.
DMACC NEWTON Campus
Mary Entz, DMACC Newton Campus Provost, at 641-791-1721 or mjentz@dmacc.ed.
promotions.”
Darren North
FPL Energy Human
Resources
Wind - Recruiter
877-TO-DMACC
WindEnergy.dmacc.edu
Nondiscrimination Policy
Des Moines Area Community College shall not engage in or allow discrimination covered by law. This includes harassment, based on race, color, national origin, creed, religion,
gender, sexual orientation, age or disability. Veteran status in educational programs, activities, employment practices, or admission procedures is also included to the extent
covered by law. Individuals who believe they have been discriminated against may file a complaint through the College Discrimination Complaint Procedure. Complaint forms
may be obtained from the Human Resources Department, Provost’s Office, EEO/AA Officer. Persons who wish additional information or assistance may contact the EEO-AA
Officer, Human Resources, Bldg. 1, 515-964-6301. For requests for accommodations, the Accommodation/Section 504/ADA Coordinator can be contacted at 515-964-6857.