Course Description This course introduces students to the fundamentals of solar energy including solar resource assessment, solar photovoltaics and solar thermal energy. Course Objectives The objectives of this course are: To introduce the basic concepts of solar geometry. To give students experience in the design of solar energy systems both photovoltaic and thermal systems. To...Read More

Course Description: This course is directed toward teaching the student about physical phenomena and specific models that can be used as an aid in understanding two phase flow and heat transfer. These physical processes can occur during plant operation and therefore are needed for the design and analysis of the combustion systems, nuclear and other...Read More

Course Description The course covers concepts of hydropower systems including pico, mini, small and large scale plants. It gives a general overview on types of hydropower plants, planning, assessment of hydropower resources, dam design, mechanical and electrical equipment, economic analysis of hydropower plant and the environmental impacts. Course Objectives The objectives of this course are...Read More

Course Description: This course focuses on developments of measurements in thermal systems. Such systems are complex, expensive and polluting. It is therefore important to be able to determine their performance and their efficiency, since thermal systems enter our daily life directly through generation of electricity, Heating, Ventilation and Air-Conditioning and Transport, and indirectly through chemical...Read More

  Course description: This course covers alternative and renewable fuels derived from biological sources and their applications as an energy source for homes, industry and transportation.  Wood, urban and agricultural solid waste are discussed as potential sources of energy. Furthermore, knowledge of relevant fundamental aspects connected to the utilization of biomass and the biomass fractions...Read More