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Alternative Energy Sources

Summer 2025 > Engineering/Engineering Technology > EECE.4280 > 011P

Course No: EECE.4280-011P; SIS Class Nbr: 1889; SIS Term: 3440
Course Status: Open

Course Description

PV conversion, cell efficiency, cell response, systems and applications. Wind Energy conversion systems: Wind and its characteristics; aerodynamic theory of windmills; wind turbines and generators; wind farms; siting of windmills. Other alternative energy sources: Tidal energy, wave energy, ocean thermal energy conversion, geothermal energy, solar thermal power, satellite power, biofuels. Energy storage: Batteries, fuel cells, hydro pump storage, flywheels, compressed air.

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When Offered & Tuition

  • M,W | 6:30 PM-9:20 PM ET
  • 2025 Summer: May 19 to Jul 02
  • Course Level: Undergraduate
  • Tuition: $1155
  • Note: There is a $30 per semester registration fee for credit courses.

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