This course will explain the basic system components and site requirements for microhydro electric systems. The vast majority of the hydropower produced in the United States comes from large-scale projects that generate more than 30 megawatts (MW)—enough... Learn More>>
This four-hour course is a review of how photovoltaic systems work and the components that constitute a photovoltaic system. The course discusses the types of photovoltaic systems, the characteristics of solar radiation, the types of materials used to make solar ce Learn More>>
Overview This course was designed to introduce the basic design concepts for small (residential) wind powered electric generation systems. Wind energy systems are one of the most cost-effective home-based renewable energy systems. Learn More>>
This course teaches the following specific knowledge and skills: Meaning of the term biomass fuel, The current use of biomass fuel for electric power generation, How gasification works, Types of feedstocks available for biomass fuels, Methods to convert biomass into a usable fuel, Advantages of co-firing, How anaerobic digestion works, The pyrolysis process Learn More>>
This four-hour course is look at a new coal-fired power plant technology called an Integrated Gasification Combined Cycle (IGCC) power plant. An IGCC power plant converts coal into a synthetic gas which, after suitable cleaning and treatment is burned... Learn More>>
Overview Hydropower, also known as hydroelectric power, is a reliable, domestic, emission-free resource that is renewable through the hydrologic cycle and harnesses the natural energy of flowing water to provide clean, fast, flexible electricity generation. Learn More>>
Overview Geothermal energy uses the flow of thermal energy from beneath the Earth's surface to heat homes and businesses and generate electricity. Geothermal energy is also used in many industrial and commercial applications, such as agriculture, fish farming, f Learn More>>
This three-hour course is a review of how wind energy power systems work and the components that constitute a wind energy system. This course discusses the types of wind energy systems, their characteristics, the methods used to classify and analyze wind resources, Learn More>>
Overview More people are driving more cars today than ever before. More than 200 million vehicles are on the road in the U.S. alone. But the car has contributed to our air and water pollution and forced us to rely on imported oil from the Middle East, helping to Learn More>>
Energy is the vital force powering business, manufacturing, and the transportation of goods and services to serve the American and world economies. Energy supply and demand plays an increasingly vital role in our national security and the economic output of our nat Learn More>>
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