RE 207 - Wind Energy Systems Design and Installation

(4 CR, 2T + 2L)

In this course you will study and discuss electrical energy production from the wind, including mechanical windmill water pumps; generator types from propeller driven units on towers to vertical axis turbines and emerging designs; the installation and maintenance of systems and safety concerns. Classes will take place on- and off-campus.

Prerequisite(s): ENG 108N, MATH 100N, RE 103, and ECET 160.
Corequisite(s): ELEC 190 (Recommended).