EET 118 - Introduction to Renewable Energy Systems (RES)

5 Credit(s)

Prerequisite(s): EET 125

Corequisite(s): MTH 63 or MTH 60

Course Description: Introduces solar, hydro, thermal, wind, bio-fuels, and control and conversion systems. Students will learn appropriate safety practices, terminology, and mathematics concepts/applications tied to renewable energy sources and systems. Includes hands-on projects and application assignments.

Course Level: Career/Tech Preparatory

Course Learning Outcomes:

CLO#1: Follow detailed procedures and diagrams to build working sustainable energy systems.
CLO#2: Use specialized measuring tools, test equipment, and software packages to measure and determine solar radiation, solar irradiance, earth-sun relationships, factors for placement of PV systems and factors for enhancing energy production.
CLO#3: Apply measured values and software acquired data to plan, document, and implement components for a renewable energy system.
CLO#4: Apply electronics fundamentals as related to renewable energy systems and control interfacing circuits. (ILO: Quantitative Literacy and Reasoning)
CLO#5: Document circuit functions, data collection procedures, troubleshooting procedures, and descriptions (verbal and written) that meet program standards.
CLO#6: Demonstrate understanding of safety practices in the lab and work place including personal protection, equipment, and component when designing, building, and troubleshooting basic renewable energy systems.