Certificate code CTECMU
Russ College of Engineering and Technology
Mechanical Engineering
125 Stocker Center
Ohio University
Athens, OH 45701
Phone: 740.593.1455
www.ohio.edu/engineering/mechanical
Jason Trembly, contact person
trembly@ohio.edu
Program Overview
The Energy and Carbon Management certificate provides students with foundational knowledge and applied skills to assess and implement energy strategies in industrial and infrastructure systems. The curriculum emphasizes energy production and use, Life Cycle Assessment, and systems-level approaches to improving efficiency and reducing emissions. Students develop the ability to evaluate the environmental and economic impacts of energy technologies and support decision-making aligned with performance, cost, and sustainability goals. This certificate supports workforce development in manufacturing, energy, and infrastructure sectors across Ohio and beyond.
Admissions Information
Freshman/First-Year Admission
No requirements beyond University admission requirements.
Change of Program Policy
No requirements beyond University admission requirements.
External Transfer Admission
No requirements beyond University admission requirements.
Opportunities Upon Graduation
Students who complete the Energy and Carbon Management certificate will be prepared to support energy production and utilization, improve efficiency, reduce emissions, and evaluate the economic and environmental performance of energy and industrial systems. The certificate supports career pathways in energy production, manufacturing, utilities, consulting, infrastructure, environmental compliance, and sustainability-focused roles.
Graduates may apply their knowledge to energy audits, cost assessments, life cycle assessment, emissions reduction, process improvement, and technology evaluation. It also provides a foundation for graduate study or professional work in energy systems, industrial decarbonization, carbon capture and utilization, environmental analysis, and sustainable infrastructure.
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