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    Summer Course Programs in Energy Engineering

    Summer courses might be an attractive option for students wishing to expand their knowledge outside the traditional academic year. These courses take a variety of formats and are often offered on a wide range of subjects.

    What is a summer course in energy engineering? Energy is available from many sources, such as combustion of fuel or harnessing of geothermal power. Energy engineering is concerned with many different aspects of controlling, transporting and accessing these forces to drive industry and commerce. There is often a measure of focus involved in these summer courses. For example, a student might encounter an examination of enhanced petroleum retrieval methods or a discussion of hydrodynamics with respect to dam design. Engineering courses with a specific focus often require the use of mathematical modeling techniques and computer simulations.

    One might expect to refine one's understanding of harnessing resources, knowledge potentially useful when seeking employment at an energy firm. Mathematics skills and the ability to use industry-specific computer programs might also allow energy professionals to increase their performance.

    These courses might be more or less expensive depending on the institution and the type of program. It is good practice to check each course listing thoroughly.

    Energy engineering jobs are most often available at organizations such as government institutions or mining companies. One such opportunity for graduates of a relevant program might be a subsurface energy analyst. These individuals are responsible for working with large data sets to determine possible mining opportunities. Common requirements for this position include advanced written communications abilities, dedication to long-term research projects and the ability to interpret maps and spreadsheets. Civil engineer might be another option for graduates. These individuals often draw on knowledge from many engineering disciplines in order to create reliable innovations in infrastructure.

    Using this search tool is the first step to finding a suitable summer course. Search for your program below and contact directly the admission office of the school of your choice by filling in the lead form.