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Which Careers in Solar Energy are STEM-Related?. Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics. researching materials that work more efficiently Physicists , Chemists, Materials Scientists; Atmospheric Scientists; Environmental Scientists. Science.
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Which Careers in Solar Energy are STEM-Related? Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics
researching materials that work more efficiently • Physicists, Chemists, Materials Scientists; Atmospheric Scientists; Environmental Scientists Science
Electricians, Plumbers, Solar Photovoltaic Installers, Roofers; Plant Managers Technology
designing new systems; evaluating and improving current systems; applying research results to practical use; computer software developers; management of current systems • Materials Engineers, Chemical Engineers, Electrical Engineers, Industrial Engineers, Mechanical Engineers Engineering
calculating the efficiency of solar energy production; determining the costs of running a solar energy plant; working with engineers to design collectors that work to our best advantage Mathematics
Hamilton, J. Careers in solar power. U.S. Department of Labor Statistics. Retrieved from http://www.bls.gov/green/solar_power/solar_power.pdf • U.S. Department of Energy, 2011. Solar Career Map. Sun Shot Initiative. Retrieved at http://www1.eere.energy.gov/solar/careermap/ References