The general issue of producing and using energy is being examined. Predominant forms of energy production. Trends of energy production and consumption. What are the alternative solutions. Renewable sources of energy. Elements of fluid mechanics, heat transmission. Physics principles for renewable energy production. Advantages and disadvantages, perspectives. Economic, environmental and social impact. Focus on wind and photovoltaic energy production. Short introduction to nuclear energy. Discussion on energy storage systems and connecting to the electricity distribution network.
Introduction to renewable energy sources – Heat Transfer – Solar Radiation – Heating of Buildings – Solar Collectors - Concentrated solar collectors – Atomic Theory - Photovoltaic conversion – Fluid Mechanics – Introduction to wind energy – Wind Generators for electrical energy production – Nuclear Energy – Nuclear Power Plants – Energy Storage and Transportation
2 midterm exams (50% each).
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