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Advanced Career Education Center at Highland Springs

Energy and Power

Energy and Power

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  • Student have the opportunity to receive:

    • OSHA 10 hour card
    • Workplace Readiness Certification
    • Energy Industry Fundamentals 2.0  
  • In this year-long course, you’ll dive into the world of energy and power through hands-on projects and real-world problem solving. You’ll design and build circuits, model power systems, and explore how energy is generated, transmitted, and distributed. You’ll also learn how to spot issues in systems and figure out possible solutions.

    By the end of the course, you’ll not only understand how energy powers our world but also be prepared with skills and certifications that can set you apart for college, training, or a career in the energy industry. 

    • Students will work with top of the line training instruments (Locktronics) used by some of the top industries in the world.
    • Students will have opportunities to connect with the tight knit energy and power workforce

About the Instructor

I’m Mr. Williamson. I was born in Ithaca, New York, moved to Northern Virginia after graduating in 2017. I just moved down to the Richmond area this summer! I’ve been teaching a variety of technology classes for 8 years while also being an Energy Industry Fundamental Certified Instructor. I love exploring how energy and power work and making class hands-on and fun.

Questions? Email me: ljwilliamson@henrico.k12.va.us

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