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The details of a college course, area 303 - wind turbines, offered at the state university of new york, college of technology. The course provides an introduction to issues related to the production of electricity from wind power, including atmospheric science, design and control, and the technology utilized in the production of electricity. Students will learn about the history of wind turbines, their design and components, electrical systems, and environmental considerations.
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Prepared By: Michael J. Newtown, P.E. SCHOOL OF ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY OCTOBER 2006
A. TITLE: Wind Turbines B. COURSE NUMBER: AREA 303 SHORT TITLE Wind Turbines C. CREDIT HOURS: 3 D. WRITING INTENSIVE COURSE: (OPTIONAL) E. LENGTH OF COURSE: 15 weeks F. SEMESTER(S) OFFERED: Fall or Spring G. HOURS OF LECTURE: 3 hours of lectures per week H. CATALOGUE DESCRIPTION: This course is an introduction to issues related to the production of electricity from wind power. The study of the atmospheric science necessary to locate wind turbines for the production of electricity will teach students how to interpret data. In addition, the study of design and control will allow for a comprehensive knowledge of all sub-components of a wind turbine. A complete analysis of all the technology utilized in the production of electricity will assist students in knowing the details involved in sizing and siting of wind turbines. I. PRE-REQUISITES: ELEC 261, Electricity; and ELEC 221, Electrical Energy Conversion and Power Systems 1 CO-COURSES: J. STUDENT LEARNING OUTCOMES: By the end of this course, the student will: