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May 16, 2024
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SEGR 4961 - Introduction to Energy Systems Credit Hours: (3)
Overview of energy systems: energy types, generation, conversion, storage, transportation/transmission, and utilization. Principles, physical structure, processes, and utilization of fossil fuel, nuclear, and renewables for transportation, thermal, and electrical energy generation are discussed along with associated performance metrics. Also provides an introduction to environmental impacts of energy production, life-cycle analysis, energy efficiency concepts and metrics, transmission systems, grid reliability, and the impact of smart grid technologies. All topics are presented in the context of industry standards as well as federal and state regulations.
Restriction(s): Junior standing; basic math, economics, or permission of instructor. Most Recently Offered (Day): Spring 2017, Fall 2013 Most Recently Offered (Evening): Fall 2016, Spring 2016, Fall 2015
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