CHEMENG 4A03 - Energy Systems Engineering

3 unit(s)

Assessments of current energy systems covering resources extraction, conversion, and delivery evaluated based on political, social, economic, and environmental criteria. Emphasis placed on power generation technologies including coal, natural gas, nuclear, solar, and wind. Develop an understanding of how our future sustainable energy system will look and why this transition is challenging, particularly for the power grid.
Two lectures; one tutorial (two hours); first term
Prerequisite(s):Registration in final level of any engineering programs; or permission of the department