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  2. Fundamentals of Commercial Power Generation

Fundamentals of Commercial Power Generation

University of North Alabama

CoursePWEG 240

This course reviews the history of commercial electric power generation, introduces the technical basics of modern power generation methods (including fossil fuel, hydroelectric, solar, wind, and geothermal), and explores the various roles that engineering-related professionals play in power generation industries.

Credits

2 credits

Course Code

PWEG 240

Related Courses

Prerequisites, corequisites, and courses that build on this one

Prerequisites

Complete these courses before enrolling

  • MA 125

    Calculus I

    4 credits

Required For

Courses that require this course as a prerequisite

  • PWEG 355

    Transmission, Distribution, and Grid Systems

    3 credits
  • PWEG 345L

    Power Plant Equipment and Systems Lab

    1 credits
  • PWEG 345

    Power Plant Equipment and Systems

    3 credits
  • EG 320L

    Fundamentals of DC and AC Circuits Lab

    1 credits
Programs

Education programs that include this course

  • Power Generation Engineering

    University of North Alabama

    Certificate