PHYS 068 - Energy Technology

First Semester. This course is designed to introduce students to a variety of issues associated with the generation and consumption of energy in modern society. Topics to be covered include the sun’s energy, electric energy production, distribution, and storage, the hydrogen economy, and energy use in transportation, buildings and industry. Technologies discussed include photovoltaic and wind energy, nuclear power, heat pumps, fuel cells, and hybrid cars.

Prerequisites & Notes
Enrollment Limit: 75.

Mr. Scofield

Credits: 3 hours