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Apr 19, 2024
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ENV* 181 - Solar Thermal Systems 3 credits Introduces the history and principles of solar thermal energy as used for heating air and water in residential applications. Topics include historical uses of the sun, solar fundamentals, site analysis, basic thermal dynamics, simple uses of solar-heated fluids and “hands-on” testing and overview of various system components with an emphasis on workplace safety and best practices used in the installation of solar domestic hot water systems. Format includes classroom lecture, laboratory exercises and field trips to actual installations. Lecture Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 2 Prerequisite(s): MAT* 095 or sufficient score on the placement test.
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