Portland-State-University 2016-2017 Bulletin

Ph 473 Alternative Energies

Starting with a review of global energy trends, this course will cover the major resources of alternative energies (hydropower, wave, tidal and wind energy, solar energy, nuclear fission and fusion), their characteristics, utilization and technology as well as environmental and public impact. Special attention will be given to photovoltaics and solar cell technology. Market developments will also be analyzed based on simple models.

Credits

4

Prerequisite

Ph 213 or Ph 223.
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  • 400