AERE 3810: Introduction to Wind Energy
Credits: 3. Contact Hours: Lecture 3.
Prereq: MATH 1660 or MATH 1660H; PHYS 2310 or PHYS 2310H; PHYS 2310L
Basic introduction to the fundamentals of Wind Energy and Wind Energy conversion systems. Topics include but not limited to various types of wind energy conversion systems and the aerodynamics, blade and tower structural loads, kinematics of the blades and meteorology.
(Typically Offered: Spring)