Renewable Energy

Catalog description

An introduction to various renewable energy technologies which provide a sustainable means to generate electrical power. Topics include but are not limited to solar photovoltaics, wind turbines, battery storage, charge controllers, and inverters. Other sustainable technologies such as biomass technologies, geothermal power, and hydro generation will be covered based on student interest and available time. Emphasis will be placed on the integration of various components to create a complete system for a given application. Economic and environmental comparisons to traditional, non-sustainable energy sources will also be considered. Offered spring term each year. Three semester hours.