Solar radiation intensity and location; basic concepts of solar thermal and photovoltaic processes; solarcollectors; economic system design for electric power and water heating, active and passive building heating and cooling,industrial processes. Wind energy fundamentals. Aerodynamic theory and economics of wind turbines. Graduate-level requirements include an in-depth research paper. Graduate-level requirements include an in-depth research paper.
Course Units
3
Typically Offered
Spring
Available Online