Energy Technology, Advanced Certificate
Curriculum
Major Requirements
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| ENGY 615 | Energy Equipment Assessment | 3 |
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Prerequisite: Prerequisite: ENGY 610 An assessment of energy consuming equipment, control equipment and conservation equipment commonly utilized by large facilities. Vendor catalogs, guest lecturers and field trips used to study various equipment and systems including heating, cooling, refrigeration, lighting, HVAC distribution and control, insulation, passive design and computerized energy management systems. Based on first hand observation and investigation, students are required to prepare and deliver an oral and written presentation analyzing energy efficiency aspects of selected families of equipment. Classroom Hours - Laboratory and/or Studio Hours – Course Credits: 3-0-3 |
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| ENGY 635 | Security Systems and Technology | 3 |
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In this course, students will be introduced to the integrated security systems which protect modern facilities. Students will examine how wireless and hardwired equipment for fire protection, crime prevention, and environmental monitoring can be centrally controlled. Intrusion countermeasures, such as barriers, detectors, and smart cards, are evaluated. The legal implications of surveillance and biometric authentication systems, including finger print, iris and retinal scanners, are discussed. Classroom Hours - Laboratory and/or Studio Hours – Course Credits: 3-0-3 |
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| ENGY 640 | Independent Guided Project | 3 |
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Research projects, literature reviews, annotated bibliographies, development and validation of instructional sequences undertaken in this format should be in depth studies not available within the program offerings and comparable in work demands to the regular credit hour design. One credit of Guided Project is equal to three hours of academic work per week for 15 weeks. Classroom Hours - Laboratory and/or Studio Hours – Course Credits: 3-0-3 |
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| ENGY 670 | Energy Technology in Perspective | 3 |
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This course covers principles of power generation and energy conversion. Conventional and alternative energy technologies are described. Energy supply and utilization options are evaluated from technical, economic, and environmental perspectives. Classroom Hours - Laboratory and/or Studio Hours – Course Credits: 3-0-3 |
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| ENGY 688 | Wind Energy Technology | 3 |
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This course covers the full range of wind energy systems, from small wind turbines to massive offshore wind farms. Resource assessment, site selection, modeling, economic analysis, construction methods and interconnection are covered in depth. Power production, regulatory issues and environmental factors are considered. Student projects will emphasize analysis of physical and economic data, design specifications, equipment selection, and presentation skills. Classroom Hours - Laboratory and/or Studio Hours – Course Credits: 3-0-3 |
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| ENGY 695 | Systems Engineering and Management | 3 |
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Advanced concepts of systems engineering are introduced, and applied to the analysis and design of systems. The operational elements of systems are identified, described, and modeled at each stage of their life cycles. Performance parameters of engineering projects such as time, cost, quality and risk, are related to industry standards and customer requirements. The impacts of societal, organizational and human factors on decision-making, and the implementation of complex projects, are considered. Classroom Hours - Laboratory and/or Studio Hours – Course Credits: 3-0-3 |
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| ENGY 710 | Power Plant Systems | 3 |
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Mechanical and electrical systems for conventional fuel power plants are analyzed. Operating strategies are developed for generation and distribution systems; reliability; power pools; reserve capability; generation of steam; generation planning; dispatching algorithms; turbines; and environmental controls. Classroom Hours - Laboratory and/or Studio Hours – Course Credits: 3-0-3 |
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| ENGY 715 | Energy-Efficient Lighting | 3 |
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Principles of illumination are introduced, with particular emphasis on techniques for reducing energy costs associated with lighting. Criteria for the selection of bulbs, fixtures, ballasts and reflectors will be studied. Classroom Hours - Laboratory and/or Studio Hours – Course Credits: 3-0-3 |
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| ENGY 725 | Seminar in New Products and Technology | 3 |
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Prerequisite: Prerequisite: ENGY 610 Designed to emphasize the emerging products and technologies. New energy conservation equipment, generation and transmission equipment, and process and HVAC control equipment will be discussed with the help of vendor catalogs and guest lecturers. Typical term project will include comparing all the available techniques and/or products for performing a certain function. Classroom Hours - Laboratory and/or Studio Hours – Course Credits: 3-0-3 |
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| ENGY 730 | Computer Applications for Energy Management | 3 |
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Prerequisite: Prerequisite: ENGY 610 In this course students study various applications of computers in the Energy Management field. Off-the-shelf software is applied to load forecasting, utility operations, life cycle costings, and project management. Specialized software is applied to building energy analysis, heating/cooling calculations, facility maintenance management, and evaluation of alternative energy systems. Practical applications and problem solving skills are emphasized throughout the course. Classroom Hours - Laboratory and/or Studio Hours – Course Credits: 3-0-3 |
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| ENGY 740 | Solar Energy Technology | 3 |
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Prerequisite: Prerequisite: ENGY 710 This course covers advanced concepts of solar energy. Students engage in performance analysis of complex solar energy systems. Current industry standard system analysis and synthesis tools are used to design and model energy delivery systems using solar energy. Computational models for energy efficiency and cost optimizations are explored; and students work with weekly case studies to evaluate example applications. A research paper on a contemporary solar energy topic is required. Classroom Hours - Laboratory and/or Studio Hours – Course Credits: 3-0-3 |
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| ENGY 745 | Advanced Battery and Fuel Cell Technologies | 3 |
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This course looks at both the applications and science of batteries and fuel cells. It covers the relevant scientific and technological features. Stationary batteries for energy storage, fuel cells for power generation, and battery/fuel cell configurations for vehicle propulsion systems, are examined in depth. Examples of applications include telecommunications, uninterruptible power supplies, systems for safety/alarms, toll collection, asset tracking systems, medical equipment, and oil drilling. Classroom Hours - Laboratory and/or Studio Hours – Course Credits: 3-0-3 |
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| ENGY 760 | Transportation Technology Seminar | 3 |
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The various modes of transportation are studied, from the perspectives of energy efficiency, environmental impact, economic feasibility, and land use implications. Vehicle design and capabilities are reviewed, in the context of an overall transportation network. Emerging transportation technologies are discussed, such as alternative fuel vehicles, electric vehicles, hybrid vehicles, and high speed rail systems. Classroom Hours - Laboratory and/or Studio Hours – Course Credits: 3-0-3 |
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| ENGY 775 | Alternative Energy Systems | 3 |
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In this course, the wide range of alternative energy options available for heating, cooling, transportation and power generation are presented. Renewable energy resources, such as solar, wind, hydro, geothermal, and biomass, are discussed in depth. Distributed generation systems, including fuel cells, photovoltaics, and mircroturbines, are analyzed from technical, economic, and environmental perspectives. Classroom Hours - Laboratory and/or Studio Hours – Course Credits: 3-0-3 |
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| ENGY 795 | Smart Grid Systems | 3 |
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Prerequisite: Prerequisite: ENGY 670 Applications of information technology to the power grid are presented. The characteristics of the traditional grid are compared to the evolving "Smart Grid." Plans for automating grid functions are developed, based on analysis of existing grid structure. Communication capabilities are integrated with utility processes, to create power systems which anticipate and respond quickly to outages and overloads. Students will formulate strategies for increasing infrastructure resilience, enhancing information security, monitoring grid performance, and optimizing demand response. Classroom Hours - Laboratory and/or Studio Hours – Course Credits: 3-0-3 |
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| ENGY 820 | Automated Building Energy Control Systems | 3 |
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Design of control systems for heating, ventilating , and air conditioning, and for total building system control. Localized automatic control systems: pneumatic, electrical, electronic, self powered, and hybrid systems. Centralized control and monitoring systems, computerized energy and building management systems for optimal energy utilization. Energy management and control system functions, applications, and design. Classroom Hours - Laboratory and/or Studio Hours – Course Credits: 3-0-3 |
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| ENGY 850 | Advanced Topics Seminar | 3 |
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Energy related topics and issues of current interest will be discussed and analyzed. Course content will vary, in response to developments in the energy field. Discussions and assignments will focus on a particular area of study, such as total energy systems, experimental vehicles, or decentralized electricity production. This course may be repeated, if content has changed. Classroom Hours - Laboratory and/or Studio Hours – Course Credits: 3-0-3 |
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| ENVT 601 | Introduction to Environmental Technology | 3 |
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The course focuses on fundamental concepts and problem-solving methods that address environmental conditions, pollution monitoring and prevention, and other approaches for protecting air, land, biota, and water. Topics include: scientific and engineering principles, environmental impacts, sustainability principles, regulations and technology associated with water resources, air quality, toxic and hazardous substances and waste. |
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| ENVT 655 | Fundamentals of Air Pollution | 3 |
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An analysis of the causes of air pollution and climate change including the use and regulation of fossil fuels in power plants and transportation vehicles. Sustainability, life cycle analysis, measurements, design and operational techniques to improve air quality will be covered in addition to its ecological impact on the Earth.- Course Credits: 3-0-3 Classroom Hours - Laboratory and/or Studio Hours – Course Credits: 3-0-3 |
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| ENVT 730 | Geographical Information Systems | 3 |
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Geographical information system (GIS) is a computer mapping and analysis technology that utilizes a powerful information database for analysis of spatial data. It is currently used for environmental monitoring and analysis, resource and facilities management, and planning of utility and transportation networks. Classroom Hours - Laboratory and/or Studio Hours – Course Credits: 3-0-3 |
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| Total: 18 Credits | ||