RET 121 - Wind Mechanical Systems

Institution:

Columbia Gorge Community College

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Description:

This course focuses on learning the fundamentals of wind turbine construction. It emphasizes learning the different mechanical components that create a complete turbine from nuts and bolts to propellers, shafts, and bearings. It demonstrates the importance of lubrication in maintaining gears and other movable parts. Basic alignment is taught with regard to wind turbine structural stability. Basic classical mechanics physics, including aerodynamics, is used to demonstrate how wind energy is transmitted from propeller to electric generator. Prerequisites: Math 65, RET 120. Corequisite: Math 95.

Credits:

1.00 - 5.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

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Institution Website:

www.cgcc.cc.or.us

Phone Number:

(541) 506-6000

Regional Accreditation:

Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities

Calendar System:

Quarter

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