Best institutions to study Energy Systems Technologies/Technicians
Any instructional program in energy systems technologies not listed above.
1 U.S. institutions graduated 2 Energy Systems Technologies/Technicians students in 2024–25 (IPEDS). It is CIP 15.1799, a specialization of Energy Systems Technologies/Technicians (CIP 15.17), and leads most directly to the Engineering Technologists and Technicians, Except Drafters, All Other occupation (BLS SOC 17-3029).
About Energy Systems Technologies/Technicians programs
Any instructional program in energy systems technologies not listed above.
See also: 47.0799 - Energy Systems Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians, Other.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics, Classification of Instructional Programs (CIP 2020).
The Energy Systems Technologies/Technicians program focuses on equipping students with the skills needed to work in the energy systems field. This program is designed for individuals interested in understanding and managing various energy technologies, preparing them for a range of technical roles in the industry. Students will engage in a curriculum that emphasizes practical applications and problem-solving within energy systems. This program is ideal for those seeking a career in engineering-related technologies, particularly in roles that support energy efficiency and sustainability initiatives.
In this program, students will gain foundational knowledge in energy systems technologies, including the principles of energy management and the operation of various energy systems. Coursework typically covers technical skills necessary for effective troubleshooting and maintenance of energy technologies.
Credentials awarded
What Energy Systems Technologies/Technicians graduates earned in 2024–25, by award level (IPEDS completions).
- Award of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years2 graduates / yr · 1 institution100%
Graduates over time
Energy Systems Technologies/Technicians completions reported to IPEDS each year, all award levels combined.
| Year | Graduates |
|---|---|
| 2024 | 3 |
| 2025 | 2 |
CIP 15.1799 was introduced in CIP 2020, so the series starts when institutions began reporting under the new code.
Top 1 institutions for Energy Systems Technologies/Technicians, ranked by graduates
Graduates (IPEDS completions), 2024–25. Award levels show which credentials each institution confers in this specialization.
| # | Institution | Graduates / yr | Grad rate | Net price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Oakland Community College Auburn Hills, MIPublicAward of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years | 2 | 21% | — |
Offered in 1 states
Where Energy Systems Technologies/Technicians graduates come from. Each state links to all Energy Systems Technologies/Technicians programs offered there.
| State | Institutions | Graduates / yr | Top institution by graduates |
|---|---|---|---|
| Michigan | 1 | 2 | Oakland Community College2 / yr |
Careers & outlook
The payoff after graduation: occupation 17-3029, Engineering Technologists and Technicians, Except Drafters, All Other, and its national outlook.
Graduates of the Energy Systems Technologies/Technicians program can pursue careers as Engineering Technologists and Technicians, except drafters. The job outlook for this field shows little or no change, with an annual opening of approximately 5,700 positions. The median wage for these roles is around $77,390, and a typical educational requirement is an Associate's degree.
Top-paying metros
Career pathways for CIP 15.1799
The occupations the NCES crosswalk maps this 6-digit code to, with BLS pay and 10-year outlook.
| Occupation | US median pay | Growth | Openings / yr | Typical entry education |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Engineering Technologists and Technicians, Except Drafters, All Otherprimary SOC 17-3029 | $78,350 | +1.5% Little or no change | ~5,700 | Associate's degree |
Related careers
Other Energy Systems Technologies/Technicians specializations
The 6 other 6-digit CIP codes under Energy Systems Technologies/Technicians (CIP 15.17).
- Energy Systems Technology/CIP 15.1701
Technician 681 graduates / yr76 institutions - Solar Energy Technology/CIP 15.1703
Technician 312 graduates / yr33 institutions - Power Plant Technology/CIP 15.1702
Technician partial data74 graduates / yr5 institutions - Wind Energy Technology/CIP 15.1704
Technician partial data47 graduates / yr7 institutions
Show 2 more CIP codes with no U.S. programs reported+
- Hydroelectric Energy Technology/
Technician15.1705 - Geothermal Energy Technology/
Technician15.1706
No institution reported completions for these codes in the latest IPEDS year, so they have no page.
Common questions
What type of degree do I earn?+
You will earn an Award of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years.
How many colleges offer this program?+
Currently, there is 1 college offering this program in the U.S.
What is the job outlook for graduates?+
The job outlook shows little or no change, with about 5,700 annual openings.
What is the median wage for careers in this field?+
The median wage for this field is approximately $77,390.
What is the CIP code for Energy Systems Technologies/Technicians?+
Energy Systems Technologies/Technicians is CIP 15.1799 in the NCES Classification of Instructional Programs (CIP 2020), a 6-digit specialization within Energy Systems Technologies/Technicians (CIP 15.17). NCES defines it as: Any instructional program in energy systems technologies not listed above.
How many institutions offer Energy Systems Technologies/Technicians programs?+
1 U.S. institutions reported Energy Systems Technologies/Technicians graduates in IPEDS 2024–25, across 1 states, awarding 2 credentials in the year. That is 0.2% of all Energy Systems Technologies/Technicians graduates.
How much do Energy Systems Technologies/Technicians graduates earn?+
Earnings are not published at the 6-digit CIP level by any federal source. The Engineering Technologists and Technicians, Except Drafters, All Other occupation, which Energy Systems Technologies/Technicians most directly leads to, pays a median of $78,350 a year nationally (BLS OEWS May 2025).
About the data on this page
Every figure comes from an official federal or public source. Here is each one and the release it is currently on.
Program definitions are from the NCES Classification of Instructional Programs (CIP 2020). Skills, knowledge, abilities, work activities, tools, and job zones are from the O*NET database by the U.S. Department of Labor, used under the CC BY 4.0 license.
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