ME 4330: Alternative Energy
Credits: 3. Contact Hours: Lecture 3.
Prereq: CHEM 1670; PHYS 2320 or PHYS 2320H; PHYS 2320L
Basic principles, performance, and cost analysis of alternative energy systems including biofuels, bioenergy, wind, solar, fuel cells, storage and other alternative energy systems. Performance analysis and operating principles of systems and components, and economic analysis for system design and operation will be taught. Emphasis is on alternative energy technologies needed to meet our future energy needs at various scales ranging from household to city to national levels.
(Typically Offered: Fall)