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Grid-Connected Solar Electric Systems

Summer 2025 > Engineering/Engineering Technology > MECH.5250 > 031

Course No: MECH.5250-031; SIS Class Nbr: 3338; SIS Term: 3440
Course Status: Open

Course Description

Students will study the concepts and design considerations of grid-connected, solar-powered, electrical generation systems, from residential through utility scale. Emphasis will be on practical applications that help make the student "work ready" at graduation. Grading consists of two tests during semester; one individual project (residential scale PV system); and one group project (commercial-scale system). This course fulfills an elective requirement for renewable energy students.

Prerequisites, Notes & Instructor

  • Prerequisites: Students with a CSCE career need permission to take Graduate Level Courses.
  • Core Codes: STEM
  • Credits: 3; Contact Hours: 3
  • Instructor: Walter Thomas
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When Offered & Tuition

  • Online Course
  • 2025 Summer: May 19 to Aug 10
  • Course Level: Graduate
  • Tuition: $1800 | Pay as little as $ 917.50/mo for this course.
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  • Note: There is a $30 per semester registration fee for credit courses.

Related Programs: Graduate Certificate in Renewable Energy Engineering

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