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ERS 106 - Wind and Solar Power

Credits: 3

This course will introduce students to the theory, design, and assembly of wind turbines, air collectors, and solar heating systems. Stand-alone, grid-tied, and hybrid systems will be covered. The study of wind resources, net metering, battery sizing and arrangement (series or parallel will determine days of autonomy, wiring configurations, and inverter efficiency. Hands-on projects will include the fabrication of a 500-watt wind turbine, tower lifting, maintenance of a 2. 5 KW grid-connected wind turbine, anemometers, and fabrication of a solar dryer designed to dry food. The course is designed to enhance and develop skills that are needed to meet the challenges of becoming a qualified renewable energy technician.

Prerequisites: ELC 101  & MATH 1220 .
Offered: Fall, Spring.


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