ENSY 3830U – Wind Energy Systems

Availability and characteristics of wind energy; location of individual generators and wind farms, as well as the related socio-economic issues; wind turbine designs for maximum range of wind speeds and electrical outputs; associated mechanical and electrical systems; characteristics of energy storage devices for wind energy systems; operation and maintenance of wind generators; design aspects to minimize environmental impact, as well as construction and operating costs; wind turbine and system designs to meet the needs of the bulk electric system.
Credit hours: 3
Lecture hours: 3
Tutorial hours: 1
Prerequisite(s): ENSY 1000U and ENSY 2210U and ENSY 2220U
Credit restriction(s): ENGR 3830U