EECE 4373 Renewable Energy

This course covers principles of electric generation focusing on (a) the efficient utilization of electric energy, and (b) renewable energy sources. The course concentrates on the study of wind energy and solar photovoltaics. It covers the analytical methods used to evaluate the available resources, and the technologies used today to integrate distributed generation to electric grids and energy storage systems. Laboratory projects and simulations are included. Performance evaluation of campus photovoltaic resources will be included.

Credits

3

Prerequisite

Grade of "C" or better in [EECE 2305 or ELEE 2305] or [ELEE 2317 or EECE 2317].

Schedule Type

Lecture

Grading Basis

Standard Letter (A-F)

Administrative Unit

Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering

Offered

As scheduled