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Wind Technology Certificate

University of Bridgeport

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Locations

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  • Bridgeport, Connecticut

    126 Park Avenue, Bridgeport, Connecticut, 06604-5620

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Skills & Competencies

Skills developed through this program

Auto-populated·from O*NET via SOC 49-9081.00

Skills

TroubleshootingRepairingOperations MonitoringEquipment MaintenanceCritical ThinkingReading ComprehensionQuality Control AnalysisMonitoring

Knowledge

MechanicalComputers and ElectronicsEnglish LanguagePublic Safety and SecurityEngineering and Technology

Abilities

Problem SensitivityOral ComprehensionFinger DexterityNear VisionDeductive ReasoningArm-Hand SteadinessManual DexterityWritten ComprehensionOral ExpressionInductive Reasoning

Tasks

  • Troubleshoot or repair mechanical, hydraulic, or electrical malfunctions related to variable pitch s
  • Perform routine maintenance on wind turbine equipment, underground transmission systems, wind fields
  • Diagnose problems involving wind turbine generators or control systems.

Technology

Analytical or scientific softwareFacilities management softwareEnterprise resource planning ERP softwareIndustrial control softwareData base user interface and query software

Tools

Acid brushesAdjustable widemouth pliersAdjustable wrenchesAlternating current AC power analyzersAmp clamp metersBreaker barsClaw hammersConventional watt metersCordless drillsCrane attachmentsCrescent wrenchesDigital calipersDigital dynamometersDigital hydrometersDigital micrometers

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Occupations this program prepares you for

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Occupations matched to this program, with median wage, top wage, growth, and openings
SOCOccupationMethodWageGrowthOpenings
Match confidence: medium49-9081.00Wind Turbine Service Technicianstitle_inference$62,580 median$88,090 top+50.74%680
What You'll Learn

Key competencies developed through this program

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Mastery: developing (Level 2)(based on Certificate)

  • Variable pitch and variable speed control systems — troubleshoot common faults using diagnostic checklists and industrial control software with reduced oversight at a wind farm.
  • Electrical test equipment including oscilloscopes and infrared testers — apply independently to diagnose wiring and component faults in converter systems during scheduled maintenance cycles.
  • Routine preventive maintenance tasks — perform oil changes, filter replacements, and bolt torque checks on wind turbine drivetrains according to manufacturer intervals at assigned sites.
  • Underground transmission system components — inspect, test, and document condition findings using facilities management software during periodic field maintenance rounds.
  • Wind turbine generator control systems — diagnose recurring operational faults and apply corrective actions using site-specific service bulletins with minimal supervisor involvement.
  • Tower climb inspections — conduct solo ascents to visually assess blade, hub, and nacelle conditions and log findings in a database interface at an operational wind facility.
  • Hydraulic system malfunctions — identify root causes and execute standard repair procedures on pitch actuators and braking systems during scheduled downtime at a utility wind site.
  • Fiber optic sensing and control systems — perform routine functional tests and connection checks using specialized fiber optic equipment during substations maintenance visits.
  • Spare parts inventory accuracy — maintain real-time stock levels in ERP software and generate replenishment requests to sustain uninterrupted repair readiness at a multi-turbine site.
  • Safety and quality control checks — apply post-maintenance verification steps to confirm system integrity before turbine restart in accordance with site test plans.

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