Renewable Energy Systems: Technology

Course description

Gain an understanding of the need for sustainability and the adoption of renewable energy sources in order to limit global environmental damage.

This unit gives a broad overview of the many energy and environmental issues that face the world today. These issues are leading some to believe that the use of renewable energy sources represents one way of meeting at least part of the world’s energy demands while also helping to reduce the impact on the environment.

This 2 credit unit describes the basic technology associated with renewable energy devices. You will gain familiarity with the physics and engineering of the equipment used for extracting the available energy, and understand how energy transfer processes impact on efficiency and cost.

Learning outcome

Progression:

Whether you wish to progress in your studies or enter the world of work, North East Scotland College has excellent progression opportunities, with links to eight universities across Scotland and great relationships with industry employers.

This is a mandatory unit within the PDA Renewable Energy Systems Group Award or can be taken as a single unit. Other units include: