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CLEN 1105: Renewable Energy Technologies
Effective date
January 2025
Department
Clean Energy Technology
School
Trades, Technology and Design
Description
As the global push towards sustainable energy solutions intensifies, understanding the potential and intricacies of various renewable energy sources is imperative. This course offers a deep dive into renewable energy, encompassing topics such as solar and wind energy production, the mechanics of hydro and geothermal systems, and a critical analysis of the environmental and efficiency facets of these energy sources.
Through a blend of lectures, case studies, and hands-on experiments, students will gain a comprehensive perspective on the future of renewable energy.
Credits
3.0
Year of study
1st Year Post-secondary
Prerequisites
None
Corequisites
None
Course Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
- Explain the principles of solar and wind energy production.
- Explain hydro, tidal, and geothermal energy systems.
- Calculate energy efficiency and perform energy density calculations.
- Explain the environmental impact of energy sources and policies.
- Design basic residential solar and wind systems.
Prior Learning Assessment & Recognition (PLAR)
Methods of assessment may include a challenge exam, submission of a product or portfolio for review, or a practical demonstration. Please contact the Department for details.
Hours
Lecture, Online, Seminar, Tutorial: 35
Clinical, Lab, Rehearsal, Shop, Kitchen, Simulation, Studio: 15
Total Hours: 50
Clinical, Lab, Rehearsal, Shop, Kitchen, Simulation, Studio: 15
Total Hours: 50
Instructional Strategies
Lecture, group work, case studies, discussions, presentations, guest speakers, online activities, lab
Grading System
Letter Grade (A-F)
Passing grade
B
Evaluation Plan
|
Type |
Percentage |
Assessment activity |
|
Quizzes/Tests |
10 |
|
|
Assignments |
30 |
Case study reviews |
|
Assignments |
20 |
Solar system design project |
|
Midterm Exam |
20 |
|
|
Final Exam |
20 |
|
Course topics
- Solar and wind energy production
- Hydro, tidal, and geothermal systems
- Energy efficiency calculations
- Environmental impact and policies
- Residential solar and wind system design
Notes:
- Course contents and descriptions, offerings and schedules are subject to change without notice.
- Students are required to follow all College policies including ones that govern their educational experience at VCC. Policies are available on the VCC website at:
https://www.vcc.ca/about/governance--policies/policies/. - To find out if there are existing transfer agreements for this course, visit the BC Transfer Guide at https://www.bctransferguide.ca.