2022-2023 Academic Catalog 
    
    Mar 29, 2024  
2022-2023 Academic Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

INRE 05030 - Industrial Energy Use

0.50 CR
PV systems are highly versatile electrical power systems. Every system requires components to conduct, control convert, distribute, and possibly store the energy produced by the array.  The specific components required to depend on the type of system and functional requirements of the system and installation site. PV systems are broadly categorized by how they are or are not integrated with other electrical systems. In this module you will examine the different types of PV systems and when they may or may not be advantageous to install.

Course Learning Outcomes:
  1. Define energy, energy potential, and its use in society.
  2. Understand the various methods to produce energy.
  3. Explore how energy can be used efficiently.
  4. Calculate energy usage and the financial impact.