SER 103 - Renewable Energy Site Assessment

Credit(s) 3.00
Lecture Hours: 2.00
Lab Hours: 2.00
This course examines the theoretical background, utilization of existing energy-potential databases, and on-site evaluation methodologies for determining the feasibility and actual siting of solar and wind technologies, both active and passive, but also consideration for fuels cells, geothermal and biomass sources. It also guides the student through multiple deployment methods for the installation of anemometers, pyranometers, and weather stations, as well as their integration with state-of -the-art data logging computer systems.