MECHENG 4O04 - Sustainable Energy Systems

4 unit(s)

Assessment of current and future energy systems, covering resources, extraction, conversion with emphasis on meeting regional and global energy needs in a sustainable manner. Different renewable and conventional energy technologies and their attributes. Evaluation and analysis of energy technology systems in the context of political, social, economic and environmental goals.
Four lectures; one term
Prerequisite(s): MECHENG 2W04, 3O04; or ENGPHYS 2NE3, 3O04; or permission of the department
Antirequisite(s): ENGPHYS 3ES3