Course Details
Course Details
Course ID
6346
Course Name
Alternative Energy for Water and Wastewater Operations
Contact Hours
6.0
Approved Industry
Drinking Water and Wastewater
Partner Name
Rutgers University - NJ Agricultural Experiment Station Office of Continuing Professional Education
Primary Contact
Judith Joshua
judith.joshua@rutgers.edu
848-932-7483 Ext.
Website
Description
Developed as an introduction to the rapidly growing field of non-conventional (non-hydrocarbon based) energy sources for use in utility operations, the course presents information on the materials and devices used in alternative energy systems, conversion, storage and generation.
Course Level
Basic thru Intermediate
Course Content
Specific topis include::
• What do we mean by conventional energy vs. alternative energy? Sustainable energy vs. clean energy?
• What are photovoltaics and fuel cells? • What are batteries and super capacitors?
• How can energy be stored once it is generated? • What other energy sources are out there?
In addition to theory and application information,case studies of real world utility applications are presented.
Target Audience
Personnel involved in utility and maintenance operations, espcially those involved in facility overhauls or upgrade projects - or anyone interested in knowing more about alternative energy sources.
Training Format
Classroom