COS Green Options August 11th 2010

Welcome! Introduction to Green Career Options Pathways for growing jobs, careers, communities...

“ Never has there been a time when the skills of understanding and working with our natural resources have been so important .”
~ Randy Lawrence, President, College of the Siskiyous

Center of Excellence for the California Community College’s Economic and Workforce Development Program Study
According to their [green job] research, all sectors of industry will be increasingly looking for skilled employees with education in applied environmental sciences and technology as business changes its practices more and more toward conserving energy and managing resources more effectively, sustainability, and reducing costs.

COS Programs
Environmental Science*
Environmental Studies*
Environmental Resources Program
Resource Technology
Power Generation Technology
Sustainable Communities
* In development

Environmental Science* * In development
AS Degree-Transfer
Preparing students for further study or a career in Environmental Science by providing them with broad knowledge of the physical and life sciences with an emphasis on their applications to environmental science and giving them local real-world experience in the field.

Fall 2010 Classes Environmental Science

Environmental Studies* * In development
AA Degree-Transfer
Preparing students for further study or a career in environmental studies by providing them with a broad social sciences framework that allows them to interpret complex environmental and social issues.

Fall 2010 Classes Environmental Studies

Program Purpose
Providing students with education, hands-on training, and exploration of the relationships between people and natural systems for sustainable jobs, careers, and communities.

Three interrelated programs
Advisory Committees with Businesses, Resource Agencies, non profit organizations and Community membership for each program
Special career pathway opportunities for grades 7 to 12
Internship Programs and Work Experience
Community Workshops and Lecture Series

Environmental Resources Program
Resource Technology
Power Generation Technology
Sustainable Communities
http://www.siskiyous.edu/cte/environmental/

Resource Technology ERRT
Certificate 28.5 units
Certificate 33.5 units
AS Degree
To provide students with education and hands-on training to equip them with the skills needed for a job and/or career in environmental resources management.

Resource Technology Jobs & Careers
Timber Management Companies
Cal Fire
California Forest Association
California State Parks and Recreation
US Forest Service
California Department of Agriculture
NOAA fisheries
CAL EPA
California Department of Fish and Game
Northwest Center for Sustainable Resources
Peace Corps
US Fish and Wildlife Service
Soil Conservation Service
Private Consultants
Bureau of Land Management

Fall 2010 Classes Resource Technology

Dendrology

Power Generation Technology ERPG
Certificate 6 units
Certificate 39 units
AS Degree
Providing students with the skills and education necessary to gain employment in either the steam or electrical generation industry. Industry members benefit from the success of the program by the increase in qualified individuals who apply for vacancies at our facilities.

Power Generation Technology Jobs and Careers
Entry level jobs in the steam and electrical power generation and distribution industry
Power plant operations
Control, monitor and maintain boilers, turbines, and generators in power-generating plants
Monitor instruments to regulate electricity flows

Spring 2011 Classes Power Generation Technology

Sustainable Communities ERSC
Certificate 20 units
AS Degree
Providing students with skills and in-depth exploration of the interdependent relationships between people and natural systems in preparation to start sustainable small businesses, jobs, and careers.

Sustainable Communities Jobs & Careers
Small businesses
Sustainability planning
Sustainability training
Renewable energy technician
Farming
Energy auditing
Ranching
Gardening
Green Building
Biofuels Production
Transportation
Alternative Fuels
Water, Wastewater & Waste Management
Outdoor recreation & adventure leadership

Fall 2010 Classes ERSC

Fall 2010 Classes ERSC Continued

Outdoor Adventure Leadership

Greening Your World

Green Futures Program
Unique one-year grant to provide green jobs to 18-24 year olds
Up to 400 paid internship hours from June 2010-June 2011
STEP, Inc., and Northern California Resource Center
Student applications-determine eligibility
Work site applications

COS Counseling Department
AS degree requirements
How counseling can help you chose the right program for your interests

Thank you for Coming!
Join Us
Register at http://www.siskiyous.edu/registration.htm
Call for more information 530-938-5305

COS Green Options August 11th 2010

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