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2022-2023 Undergraduate Catalog - SCCC & Day Students [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

ELEC 427 - Energy Systems Engineering

Credit Hours: 3

Prerequisites: MATH 131  and PHYS 221 /PHYS 271 
An overview of current and emerging methods of energy conversion used to generate electricity and to support all methods of transportation. This basic look includes study of the thermodynamics, chemistry, flow and transport processes that apply to energy conversion with emphasis on sustainability, efficiency, environmental impact and performance. Systems utilizing fossil fuels, nuclear and renewable resources are studied. Study of energy storage and transmission is included as required to assess both stationary power generation and transportation energy needs.