PHASE I & II PROGRAMS
ENERGY
POWERLINE TECHNOLOGY:
The Powerline Technology program fills a current workforce need to scale-up electricity transmission capabilities for renewables and low-carbon energy production. The training provides an opportunity for Wyoming residents to be able to live and work in the state. In coordination with industry partners, the Powerline Technology program meets an emerging industry needs, provides additional workforce opportunities, and addresses critical shortages of line technicians.
FIBER OPTICS:
In collaboration with industry partners, the Fiber Optics Specialization complements current Electrical and Instrumental program offerings and fills the workforce shortages that are needed to fulfill the obligation of bringing fiber to various areas of Wyoming. This program aligns with the state initiative to train young residents and provide the education and skills for them to stay in Wyoming to work and live.
SUBSTATION TECHNICIAN:
As Wyoming’s first Substation Technician program, this training fills an industry need and provides local students with the opportunity to stay within the state while gaining education to transition into a high-wage, needed workforce.
Industry leaders are actively engaged and committed to the program. Students will learn the parts and materials of Substation; the fundamentals of substation work; and how to install, test, and troubleshoot substation equipment; as well as understand power formulas and how to apply them in real-world situations.
Learn more about the Substation Technology Project.
BLUE HYDROGEN:
The Blue Hydrogen program will have two components: research and training. It will explore the potential for sustainable development of a hydrogen ecosystem in Wyoming as well as an education and workforce training program in relation to hydrogen energy and emerging hydrogen economy. The training program will be modularized for students from high school through graduate school and working professionals.
ELECTRICAL AND INSTRUMENTATION TECHNOLOGY
This project expands WWCC existing Electrical and Instrumentation Technology program into the Evanston campus, which will increase the numbers of students served and meet workforce needs in this critical field.
The expansion supports Wyoming’s emerging initiatives, such as nuclear and carbon capture as well as legacy industries.
Learn more about WWCC’s Electrical and Instrumentation Technology program.
NUCLEAR TECHNOLOGY:
Western Wyoming Community College is developing the state’s first nuclear technology program. This program has been identified as a local and state need and provides students the necessary training to pursue a career in the nuclear/power generation industry. Students will learn foundational skills and gain practical experience in reactor operations, radiation protection, and safety protocols using industry-standard facilities.
PHASE I KEY METRICS
Wyoming leads the nation as one of the top energy exporters. It is crucial for the state to continue developing a skilled workforce that can further enhance this energy exportation.
During Phase I, Wyoming's first powerline technology program and the integration of fiber optics components have set a remarkable example of successful collaboration between the education sector and industry. This partnership addresses the shortage of technicians in critical roles, and fixes that problem by giving Wyoming residents the resources and education to step into these well-paying and secure positions. Phase II promises exciting developments that will further solidify Wyoming's position in the energy industry.
