Certificate Programs All advanced certificate programs are 16 weeks in duration. Note: All certificate programs below are also eligible for Trade Adjustment Assistance (TAA) funding. Program Name Next Classes Certified Electric Vehicles Technician (CEVT): 16 weeks June 1, 2011 Certified Photovoltaic Systems Specialist (CPVS): 16 weeks June 6 Certified Clean Tech Engineer (CCTE): 16 weeks June 14 Certified Clean Tech Project Manager (CTPM): 8 weeks June 21 Certified Nanotech & Clean Tech Professional (CNCP): 8 weeks May 21 Accelerated Training Programs NEW: 5-week Electric Vehicle Technologies & EV Conversion Course features real-life conversion of an electric vehicle. The Electric Vehicle Technology Training program covers lectures, workshops and hands-on practice, consisting of 3 levels. Level 1 covers the fundamental principle of hybrid & electric vehicle technologies. Level 2 is an intermediate and level 3 is an advanced courses. Each level will be offered over 5 weeks. Next class: May 3. For more information.. Course Next Training Tuition Photovoltaic Systems Practitioner: a 5-Week Accelerated hands-on training in PV installation over 5 Saturdays, 9:00 a.m. - 5:30 p.m., May 7 $1,790 May 7 $1,275 Course features hands-on training at our state-of-the-art facility 4-Week Accelerated Training in PV Sales and Marketing over 4 Saturdays, 9:00 a.m. - 5:30 p.m., Course features hands-on training at our state-of-the-art facility 5-week Electric Vehicle Technologies & EV Conversion May 3 $1,790 Course features real-life conversion of an electric vehicle. Certified Electric Car Technician The Certified Electric Car Technician program is a 16-week comprehensive course is designed to train a new generation of electric vehicle spe-cialists to work in electric vehicle production, repair and maintenance. Next traiining dates: June 1- September 1, 2011 Download a brochure of Cerified Electric Car Technician For more information.. ________________________________________________ _______________ Certified Clean Tech Technician The Certified Clean Tech Technician (CCTT) course is an intensive 16-week certificate program designed to train a new generation of technicians to work in the research, development and manufacturing process of clean tech products such as thin film photovoltaic, wind turbines, nanomaterials batteries and energy efficient products. Next training dates: June 6- September 7, 2011 Down load a brochure of Certified Clean Tech Technician More information ... ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Certified Photovoltaic Systems Specialist The Certified Photovoltaic Systems Specialist (CPVS) program is a comprehensive training experience 4 months to equip you to become a specialist in a high growth solar industry Next training class: June 6- September 7, 2011 Download a brochure of Certified Photovoltaic Systems Specialist. More information... -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Certified Clean Tech Engineer . The Certified Clean Tech Engineer (CCTE) is an intensive 13 week certificate program is designed to train a new generation of engineers highly skilled in the design and applications of renewable energy, process engineering and manufacturing of state of the art clean tech processes including: thin film photovoltaics, wind turbines, and nanomaterial batteries used in electric vehicles. Next training dates: June 14- August 26, 2011 Download a brochure of the Certified Clean Tech Technician More information.. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Train the Trainer The Clean Tech Train theTrainer Program is a unique program offered to engineers, technical managers and professionals who wish to embark on a rewarding career of training others in the clean tech industry. The training program is 12 weeks, in 2 parts: Part 1: 8-weeks of intensive training in photovoltaic, thin film nanocomposte technology, wind energy, electric vehicle, advanced battery technology with hands-on workshops teaching techniques and how to become a trainer in the emerging clean tech industries. Part 2: 4-week practice period enabling participants to give seminars and teach at the institute and other training organizations in the clean tech industries. Next Training Date: June 18-August 13, 2011 on Saturdays only from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, followed by 4 week of training practice. Location: at the Clean Tech Institute located in Fremont and at the NASA Ames Research Center. Click here for more information Certified Nanotech and Cleantech Professional (CNCP) 8-Week advanced training programs for engineers, scientists, technical and business managers to prepared for senior level of responsibilities in technology and business development in the emerging field of nanotechnology and applications in clean energy. Group project management and hands-on training in nanocomposite thin film and advanced battery for electric vehicle technology will be highlighted . Saturdays from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM and Wednesday 7:00 PM- 9:00 PM (online collaboration) Next training dates: June 18- August 13, 2011 Download a brochure with program schedule of the Certfied Nanotech & Clean Tech Professional Benefits * Competitive advantages for your career * Relevant and most up-to-date industry knowledge * Hands-on skills in project management * Learn from industry experts * Networking opportunities with decision makers Prerequisite: a 4 year degree (Bachelor of Art, Sciences or Engineering) or equivalent with at least 5 years of working experience. Weekly schedule: Saturday 9:00 AM- 5:30 PM (in classroom), Wednesday: 7:00 PM9:00 PM (online group project collaboration) REGISTRATION: click here to register ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Renewable Energy for the Green Economy The Renewable Energy for the Green Economy course is a 5 week introductory training program to equip those who wish to launch a new career in the industrial evolution, transforming from fossil fuel to the clean and renewable energy. The course highlights the solar photovoltaic energy generation, energy efficiency, LED lighting system, green LEED building and the new electric vehicle industry. The course includes lectures, guest lectures, and hands-on workshops which are taught by experienced instructors and seasoned renewable energy specialists in the industry. Next Training dates: May 23-June 18, 2011 Tuesday & Thursday from 7:00 PM-9:00 PM Saturdays, 9:00 AM. - 12:00 PM Download a brochure of Renewable Energy for the Green Economy Click Here for more Information