EE 293B: Fundamentals of Energy Processes (ENERGY 293B)
For seniors and graduate students. Covers scientific and engineering fundamentals of renewable energy processes involving heat. Thermodynamics, heat engines, solar thermal, geothermal, biomass. Recommended:
MATH 19-21, or
Math 41,42;
PHYSICS 41, 43, 45
Terms: Win
| Units: 3
ENERGY 293C: Energy from Wind and Water Currents
This course focuses on the extraction of energy from wind, waves and tides.nThe emphasis in the course is technical leading to a solid understanding ofnestablished extraction systems and discussion of promising new technologies.nWe will also cover resource planning and production optimization through observations and computer simulations.nThe course includes at least one weekend field trip, and may include experimentsnin wind tunnel and/or flume.nnPrerequisites: CEE176B or
EE293B, programming experience, understanding of fluid mechanics, electrical systems, and engineering optimization.
Terms: Spr
| Units: 3
Instructors:
Gerritsen, M. (PI)
;
Caulfield, E. (TA)
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