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Nov 26, 2024
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2015-2016 Academic Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]
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TEC 215 - Solar Energy Technologies4 credits (Spring)
An investigation of the technology related to the utilization and storage of solar energy, including consideration of scientific, technical, economic, and social concerns. Study of the broad energy resource and use picture, including calculations, followed by an in-depth study of solar thermal conversion, photovoltaic devices, photochemical conversion, biomass, and wind power. Underlying principles and quantitative reasoning stressed.
Prerequisite: CHM 129 or PHY 131 .
Note: Plus-2 option available. Not offered every year.
Instructor: Swartz
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