Mech/Elec/Renewble Energy Engr
Academic Programs
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Electrical Engineering (EEGR) BS -
Mechanical Engineering (MEGR) BS -
Renewable Energy Engineering (RNEW) BS -
Electrical Engineering (EEGR) Minor -
Mechanical Engineering (MEGR) Minor -
Renewable Energy Engineering (RNEW) Minor
Courses
ENGR 113: Explorations in Renewable Energy Engineering
Credits 1An Engineering Exploration course focusing on renewable energy. This hands-on laboratory course includes solar; wind; fuel cell and sustainable design. First-year engineering students enroll in two different Engineering Exploration courses.
MECH 438: Alternative Vehicle Energy Control and Powertrain Design
Credits 3In this course we explore the design fundamentals of alternative energy vehicles including electric and hybrid vehicles. Topics covered include power electronics; power systems; drivetrain; component modeling; battery systems; supervisory control and fault diagnosis. We rely heavily on model-based design including Simulink; with an emphasis on electric and hybrid vehicles.
MECH 486: Modeling and Simulation of Dynamic Systems
Credits 3Mathematical modeling of physical systems and simulation of linear system responses. System response to varied inputs are studied using classical techniques. Laplace transforms and modeling and simulation software.
RNEW 255: Power System Operation and Economics
Credits 3This course covers power system operation; generation scheduling; and trading. The idea is to minimize the total operation cost of a power system subject to power balance and other constraints. Different minimization methods are covered and the coordination between thermal and renewable generation are discussed.
RNEW 310: Fuel Cell Principles and Technology
Credits 3This course is designed for advanced undergraduate students to gain the basic science and engineering concepts behind fuel cell technology. It emphasizes the functional scientific principles and practical application. Prerequisite: junior standing.
RNEW 355: Power System Operation and Economics
Credits 3This course covers power system operation; generation scheduling; and trading. The idea is to minimize the total operation cost of a power system subject to power balance and other constraints. Topics such as power system control; reliability; and distribution system are covered.
RNEW 410: Advanced Power Systems
Credits 3This course covers steady and transient-state analysis and controls of power systems. Steady-state analysis such as power flows; optimal power flows; and unit commitment will be discussed. Transient-state analysis such as symmetrical/unsymmetrical faults; transient stability will be discussed.
RNEW 461: Power Electronics for Renewable Systems
Credits 3This course is an introduction to power electronics with emphasis on applications such as energy conservation and renewable energy. Topics include introductory switching devices; devices for power electronics; and converter design and simulation. Basic concepts of DC-DC converters in continuous and discontinuous modes are included; along with design for motor drives and transformer-isolated switch-mode power supplies.