Energy & Industrial Technician

Many of the courses required for an EIT associate degree or certificates are offered as "hybrid" courses, with instruction offered via the internet, combined with hands-on laboratory components.

Industrial plant workers of all types may work indoors and outdoors, possibly in adverse weather conditions. They may have to work in confined spaces, or high places, may do rounds and check equipment. Their environment may be noisy and workers must follow safety precautions and use protective equipment. Most workers are employed full time, and many work rotating shifts, which can be tiring.