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Fall 2025 Laboratory Lecture Upper Division
This course is an introduction to a wide range of electrical energy systems technologies. Topics include fundamentals of energy conversion, which includes large- and small-scale generation, energy storage, and end-use. Processes include coal, nuclear, solar, wind, hydro, and biomass and their application in central and distributed power systems. The power grid, micro-grids, and smart grid technologies are also explored. The goal is to introduce students to the breadth of technology in the rapidly growing and changing field of energy systems.
Learning Outcomes1Demonstrate the process cycles, theory of operation, and roles of significant equipment for various energy conversion, energy storage, and power distribution technologies.
2Characterize and calculate power, efficiency, environmental, and economic quantities related to various energy conversion, energy storage, and power distribution technologies.
3Discuss problems and trending solutions related to power and energy systems such as technological limitations, environmental impacts, and economic limitations both locally and worldwide.
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