RNET-160 - Alternative Energy Generation Methods I - 3.00 Credits
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Course Details
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This course is the first of two courses, specializing in Alternative Energy Technologies other than the mainstream Wind Turbine and Solar Photovoltaic sectors. The emphasis shall be on Biogas (Methane) production through the use of agricultural waste by-products for use as a suitable turbine prime mover fuel as well as Solar Thermal applications to directly convert solar energy into usable heat and/or hot water for residential and commercial applications. Part 1 Biogas: Students will examine the principles and practices of gaseous biofuel production and usage for heating, power generation and transportation. The opportunities and challenges of biogas will be discussed in regards to environmental impacts, quality, cost, and performance issues. The overall goal is to give students a substantial working knowledge of biogas production technologies. In relation to this, students will learn to assess advantages, problems and principles in biogas production. They will obtain an understanding of how to use different biological materials as an energy source and organisms as a means, of how to produce biogas and of how the individual components (biologically, technologically and economically) interact. Students will have the opportunity to participate in the production of a small scale biogas batch using a state of the art pilot Biogas plant. Part 2 Solar Thermal: The Solar Thermal component of the course prepares students to assist in the design and installation of solar thermal systems in residential or commercial settings. Participants will also become conversant with the troubleshooting and maintenance of solar domestic and commercial hot water systems. The approach is a fundamental one with the course exploring solar thermal uses and applications as well as the practical aspects noted above. This course will address industry terminology, safety issues, and solar thermal systems design and installation procedures. Passive solar water heaters, drainback systems, antifreeze systems, and photovoltaic powered systems are all addressed, as well as an introduction to pool and space heating systems.
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Part of the:CAREER TRAINING (ENVIRONMENTAL STUDIES) Department
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Course Outline
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64
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