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2010-2011 University Catalog

PHYS 331 - Fundamentals of Renewable Energy

Credits: 3
The course introduces the physical principles for a range of renewable energies, including solar, wind, hydropower and geothermal. The course demonstrates how the application of methods and principles of physics allow us to understand the basic operation, advantages, limitations and relative merits of various renewable energy sources. The course is mainly designed for students majoring in the sciences or engineering but useful for students interested in science policy, business, global change and sustainable development.

Prerequisites
PHYS 262 or 266 or permission of instructor.

Notes
This course counts toward the required 45 hours of upper division hours, but it does not count toward the requirement for a minimum of 12 upper-level credits for physics majors.

Hours of Lecture or Seminar per week: 3
Hours of Lab or Studio per week: 0