EET 3430 - Power Generation Using Renewable Energies

Credits: 3 (3 + 0)

Prerequisite(s): MTH 2410 and either EET 2145 or EET 3010 with grades of “C” or better

Description: This is an introductory course in electrical power generation that examines various types of renewable energy sources. While examining many developing technologies, the course concentrates on the design and application of photovoltaic and wind electrical generation. It examines conventional synchronous and induction machines, as well as modem doubly-fed induction machines and their application in wind generation. It also provides an introduction to inverter technology and methods of interfacing renewable energy power plants with the electrical power grid.