All Wake Tech campuses are closed Monday, March 16, 2026, due to forecasts of severe weather. Although the college is on spring break, many non-degree classes are still held this week. Students taking non-degree classes in person should check with their instructors for more information. Online non-degree classes continue as scheduled. Many Wake Tech student services, including Admissions and Advising, are available online at virtualsupport.waketech.edu. Wake Tech employees who can work remotely should do so.
The Renewable Energy Certificate provides knowledge of alternative and renewable energy that will not only help the environment, but also can provide power for entire communities, countries and even the world.
The program focuses on hands-on photovoltaic systems training and how they can be applied to harness the energy from the sun in accordance with the North American Board of Certified Energy Practitioners standards.
The certificate is part of a series of to understand the National Electric Code. Students must complete the Residential Wiring and Commercial Wiring certificates before starting this certificate.