ERS 106 - Wind And Solar Power

Institution:

Navajo Technical College

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Description:

This course will introduce students to the theory, design, and assembly of wind turbines, air collectors, and solar heating systems. Stand-alone, grid-tied, and hybrid systems will be covered. The study of wind resources, net metering, battery sizing and arrangement (series or parallel) will determine days of autonomy, wiring configurations, and inverter efficiency. Hands-on projects will include the fabrication of a 500 watt wind turbine, tower lifting, maintenance of a 2.5 KW grid-connected wind turbine, anemometers, and fabrication of a solar dryer designed to dry food. The course is designed to enhance and develop skills that are needed to meet the challenges of becoming a qualified renewable energy technician.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

www.navajotech.edu

Phone Number:

(505) 786-4100

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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