Renewable Energy: Fundamentals and Job Opportunities
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Course Summary
This course provides an introduction to renewable energy sources and their potential applications. Students will learn about solar, wind, hydro, and geothermal power, as well as the economics and policies surrounding these technologies.Key Learning Points
- Understand the basics of renewable energy sources and their potential applications
- Learn about solar, wind, hydro, and geothermal power
- Explore the economics and policies surrounding renewable energy technologies
Related Topics for further study
Learning Outcomes
- Understand the basics of renewable energy sources
- Identify potential applications for renewable energy technologies
- Evaluate the economics and policies surrounding renewable energy
Prerequisites or good to have knowledge before taking this course
- Basic knowledge of physics and energy concepts
- Access to a computer with internet connection
Course Difficulty Level
BeginnerCourse Format
- Online self-paced course
- Video lectures with quizzes and assignments
Similar Courses
- Energy, Environment, and Everyday Life
- Introduction to Sustainable Development
- Climate Change Mitigation in Developing Countries
Related Education Paths
Notable People in This Field
- Bill Nye
- Elon Musk
Related Books
Description
This course prepares you to recognize the complexities and nuances of different renewable energy solutions, as well as relevant career opportunities (both technical occupations and roles not typically associated with clean energy). Learners are immersed in discussions about green energy technologies, the impact of sustainability on society, energy consumption in the United States and conservation. Topics include: tenets of green building design and construction, solar energy conversion through photovoltaic cells, wind turbine site selection and design, and nanotechnology applications in clean energy. It references educational opportunities from the State University of New York (SUNY) system that correlate with each clean energy market segment.
Knowledge
- Develop foundational understanding of clean energy market segments (sustainability, green building, solar, wind, and nanotechnology)
- Explain the fundamental principles of economic, social and environmental sustainability
- Identify renewable energy career opportunities and corresponding educational pathways
Outline
- Welcome!
- Welcome Message and Course Overview
- Acknowledgements
- Career Exploration Activity: Create Your Pathway
- Clean Energy 101
- Intro to Clean Energy 101
- Conservation and Sustainability
- Forms of Renewable Energy
- The Importance of Renewable Energy
- Energy Basics
- Energy Consumption and Conservation
- Renewable and Non-Renewable Energy Sources
- Pathways to Renewable Energy Careers
- Program Spotlight: Renewable Energy Education and Training at SUNY Farmingdale
- Program Spotlight: Columbia Technology Ventures
- Optional: Renewable Energy Career Advice from Timothy Hoffman
- International Renewable Energy Career Exploration Resources
- Renewable Energy Fundamentals Resources
- Pathways to Renewable Energy Careers Resources
- Career Exploration Activity: O*Net
- Clean Energy 101 Graded Quiz
- Sustainability
- Introduction to Sustainability
- Sustainability Overview
- Environment
- Economics
- Equity
- Measuring Sustainability
- Pathways to Careers in Sustainability
- Sustainability Resources
- Career Exploration Activity: SMART Goals
- Sustainability Graded Quiz
- Green Building
- Introduction to Green Building
- The Societal Need for Green Buildings
- History and Purpose of Green Buildings
- Green Building Rating Systems
- Green Building Careers
- Total Cost of Ownership
- History and Purpose of Green Buildings Resources
- Green Building Rating System Resources
- Green Building Career Resources
- Career Exploration Activity: Map a Career Utilizing U.S. Department of Energy Resources
- Green Building Graded Quiz
- Solar Energy
- Introduction to Solar Energy
- Solar Industry History
- The Value of Solar
- How PV Works
- Solar Electric System Anatomy
- Solar Radiation
- Orienting to the Sun
- Photovoltaic Cells and PN Junctions
- Photovoltaics
- PV Systems
- Solar Energy Careers
- Spotlight on SUNY: Pathways to Solar Energy Careers
- Solar Energy Career Considerations: Gay Canough, Installation Company Owner
- Solar Energy Career Considerations: Dylan Pulaski, Installer
- Solar Energy Career Considerations: John Easoz, Consultant
- Solar Energy Resources
- Technical Lesson Notes - Formulas and Calculations for Optional Technical Quiz
- Solar Energy Graded Quiz
- Optional Technical Quiz
- Wind Energy
- History of Wind Power
- Wind as a Fluid
- Turbine Design
- Siting Wind Turbines
- Wind Energy Careers: Expert Interview with Jessica Fischer
- Wind Energy Resources
- Career Exploration Activity: U.S. Department of Labor Employment and Training Administration
- Wind Energy Graded Quiz
- Nanotechnology for Renewable Energy
- What is Nanotechnology?
- Working in Nanotech
- Nanotechnology for Solar Energy Systems
- Solar Cell Manufacturing
- Nanotechnology Education in New York State
- Program Spotlight: Nanotechnology at SUNY Erie Community College
- Nanotech Resources
- Nanotech for Solar Energy
- Nanotech Graded Quiz
- Final Project: Exploring Pathways to Renewable Energy Careers
- Step 1: Project Ideation
- Step 2: Narrow and Title Your Project
- Step 3: Project Objectives
- Step 4: SWOT Assessment
- Step 5: You and Your Future Goal
- Step 6: Self-marketing Tool
- Step 7: Create an Elevator Pitch
- Step 8: Safeguard Your Online Image
- Step 9: Identify a Mentor
- Step 10: Grow Your Network
- Project: Exploring Pathways to Renewable Energy Careers Evaluation
Summary of User Reviews
Renewable Energy Fundamentals is a highly rated course that covers the basics of renewable energy. Many users appreciate the clear and concise explanations provided throughout the course.Key Aspect Users Liked About This Course
Clear and concise explanationsPros from User Reviews
- Easy to understand
- Engaging lectures
- Informative content
- Good introduction to renewable energy
- Great for beginners
Cons from User Reviews
- Not enough depth for advanced learners
- Some technical issues with the platform
- Lacks hands-on activities
- Could benefit from more interactive elements
- Limited discussion forums
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