Primary energy sources and their associated fundamental physics of conversion. Renewables: wind, large hydro, solar radiation, solar thermal. Fossil and biofuels. Nuclear. Climate science: the carbon cycle and the role of anthropogenic GHG emissions in climate warming. Terrestrial, thermodynamic and electrical limitations. Includes: Experiential Learning Activity Prerequisite(s): ENVE 2001 and MAAE 2300 and (ELEC 2602 or fourth-year status in Environmental Engineering). Lectures three hours per week, laboratories/problem analysis one hour per week. [0.5 credits]
Primary energy sources and their associated fundamental physics of conversion. Renewables: wind, large hydro, solar radiation, solar thermal. Fossil and biofuels. Nuclear. Climate science: the carbon cycle and the role of anthropogenic GHG emissions in climate warming. Terrestrial, thermodynamic and electrical limitations. Includes: Experiential Learning Activity Prerequisite(s): ENVE 2001 and MAAE 2300 and (ELEC 2602 or fourth-year status in Environmental Engineering). Lectures three hours per week, laboratories/problem analysis one hour per week. [0.5 credits]
