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Home > Academics > Green Technology is good for the environment ... and your career.
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You care about the environment, and don't want to compromise when it comes to career choices. At NDSCS, you don't have to. With 25 academic programs featuring Green Technology, career success means being part of the solution.
Green Technology is here … now. Let the instructors at NDSCS show you how to use your powers for good.
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Animal Science Green technology is threaded through program outcomes which involve economic, ecological and environmental decision making. Examples include instruction in integrated pest management, precision application of production inputs, soil and water conservation applications, conservation tillage practices, crop rotation strategies, manure management plans, rotational grazing systems, understanding the nitrogen and carbon cycles, crop and livestock diversification.
Crop Production Sales and Services Green technology is threaded through program outcomes which involve economic, ecological and environmental decision making. Examples include instruction in integrated pest management, precision application of production inputs, soil and water conservation applications, conservation tillage practices, crop rotation strategies, manure management plans, rotational grazing systems, understanding the nitrogen and carbon cycles, crop and livestock diversification.
Farm Management Green technology is threaded through program outcomes which involve economic, ecological and environmental decision making. Examples include instruction in integrated pest management, precision application of production inputs, soil and water conservation applications, conservation tillage practices, crop rotation strategies, manure management plans, rotational grazing systems, understanding the nitrogen and carbon cycles, crop and livestock diversification.
Architectural Drafting and Estimating Technology Green and/or sustainable construction is specifically covered in multiple courses. Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) certification is covered extensively. Green/sustainable construction is also discussed across the rest of the curriculum.
Auto Body Repair & Refinishing The Auto Body Repair and Refinishing Department has taken a proactive stand in protecting the environment by going "green" with its paint finishing system. The program uses a low volatile organic compounds (VOC) PPG Industries waterborne basecoat from a conventional solvent-based system. When compared to a conventional solvent borne basecoat, PPG Envirobase® High Performance can reduce basecoat sourced VOC emissions by up to 80 percent.
Automotive Technology Going Green: With growing concern about environmental pollution, the automotive industry has responded by developing alternative drive and fuel systems such as electric, hybrid and fuel cells. Automotive Technicians will have to have a working knowledge of these systems to be a viable employee in this field.
Bio-fuels Technology Green technology is applied in areas of alternative fuels production from renewable feed stocks sources such as small grains, algae and other biomass sources.
Biotechnology Green technology is demonstrated by creation of agricultural products that are disease resistant and require less pesticide chemical treatment, and/or are enhanced with regards to nutritional content, genetically engineered organisms to aid in bioremediation and waste clean-up, engineered algae strains to produce more oil for biodiesel production.
Building Construction Technology Green and/or sustainable construction is specifically covered in multiple courses with an emphasis on energy efficiency buildings and sustainable building materials.
Caterpillar Dealer Service Technician Green technology is addressed through changes in emission standards and alternative fuels that will continue to advance changes in this industry.
Civil Engineering and Surveying Technology Green and/or sustainable construction is covered at an awareness level in the materials testing classes and the design classes.
Construction Management Technology Green and/or sustainable construction is specifically covered in multiple courses. Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) certification is covered extensively. Green/sustainable construction is also discussed across the rest of the curriculum.
Diesel Technology Green technology is addressed through changes in emission standards and alternative fuels that will continue to advance changes in this industry.
Diesel and Auto Master Technician Green technology is addressed through changes in emission standards and alternative fuels that will continue to advance changes in this industry.
Electrical Construction Green technology is applied in areas of lighting and design class, efficiency of motors, controlling of loads (lighting, AC, etc.) in building operation through program controllers (PLCs).
Industrial Electrical Green technology is applied in areas of lighting and design class, efficiency of motors, controlling of loads (lighting, AC, etc.) in building operation through program controllers (PLCs).
Heating, Ventilating, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Technology Green technology is addressed by using heat recovery systems to extract the heat from the 70 degree exhaust air to warm the cool outdoor air brought in. Concern for the environment has led to newer, stricter EPA regulations. That, in turn, has led to the development of new energy saving HVAC systems. The emphasis on better energy management should lead to replacement of older units.
John Deere Tech Green technology is addressed through changes in emission standards and alternative fuels that will continue to advance changes in this industry.
Mechanical Systems Green technology is addressed by using heat recovery systems to extract the heat from the 70 degree exhaust air to warm the cool outdoor air brought in. Concern for the environment has led to newer, stricter EPA regulations. That, in turn, has led to the development of new energy saving HVAC systems. The emphasis on better energy management should lead to replacement of older units.
Microelectronics Technology Green technology is associated with new manufacturing process that produce less waste, production methods for more efficient PVC for solar energy, more efficient micro-sensors and micro-actuators produced from eco-friendly materials, electronic components of wind turbines, generators, electric and hydrogen fuel cell based transportation and better and more efficient communication devices.
Nanoscience Technology Green technology is associated with new manufacturing processes that produce less waste, production methods for more efficient PVC for solar energy, filtration devices for water purification, coatings for materials which extend their operational life, reduce friction and wear/tear, more efficient micro-sensors and micro-actuators produced from eco-friendly materials, and electronic components.
Plumbing The program implements green technology by studying recycling systems, low water usage toilets and other new technologies and systems.
Powersports Technology Employers are looking for small engine mechanics who have a working knowledge of the latest technological advances in 2- and 4-stroke engines regarding emissions reduction. As the government increases regulation of the emissions produced by small engines, it becomes even more important that these workers have the most up-to-date pollution control training in this field.
Technical Studies Green technology could be a large part of a student’s customized program. In today’s market that includes “smart” buildings, sustainable building materials, alternative fuels and changing technology, students may choose to customize plans that helps them gain entry into a variety of new and emerging fields.
Journeyworker Track Green technology could be a large part of a student’s customized program. In today’s market that includes “smart” buildings, sustainable building materials, alternative fuels and changing technology, students may choose to customize plans that helps them gain entry into a variety of new and emerging fields.
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