Tuesday 5.30 - 8.30pm
This course examines the rapidly spreading use of renewable energy technology through exploration of environmental and energy sustainability, current social and technological issues. Scientific concepts of inertia, force, power, energy, solar astronomy and the basic laws of thermodynamics will be explored and explained. An examination of energy conservation, energy conversion-efficiency, and common renewable energy sources such as Solar-Thermal; Solar-Photovoltaic; Wind Energy; Hydro-Power will be discussed. Other topics such as alternative means of space heating, water heating, and alternative transportation technologies will be included.
Basic computer skills for word processing, performing internet searches, sending and receiving email; basic math skills; and ability to use a calculator
General Education Outcomes are the knowledge, skills, abilities, attitudes, and behaviors that students are expected to develop as a result of their overall experiences with any aspect of the college, including courses, programs, and student services, both inside and outside of the classroom. The General Education Outcomes specifically learned in this course are:
- Communication
- Critical Thinking
- Responsibility
This course examines the rapidly spreading use of renewable energy technology through exploration of environmental and energy sustainability, current social and technological issues. Scientific concepts of inertia, force, power, energy, solar astronomy and the basic laws of thermodynamics will be explored and explained. An examination of energy conservation, energy conversion-efficiency, and common renewable energy sources such as Solar-Thermal; Solar-Photovoltaic; Wind Energy; Hydro-Power will be discussed. Other topics such as alternative means of space heating, water heating, and alternative transportation technologies will be included.
Basic computer skills for word processing, performing internet searches, sending and receiving email; basic math skills; and ability to use a calculator
General Education Outcomes are the knowledge, skills, abilities, attitudes, and behaviors that students are expected to develop as a result of their overall experiences with any aspect of the college, including courses, programs, and student services, both inside and outside of the classroom. The General Education Outcomes specifically learned in this course are:
- Communication
- Critical Thinking
- Responsibility
Faculty Contact Information
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Jen Martin
Course Information
At the end of this course, students will be able to:
- Satisfy the basic informational and personal interest needs of the general public regarding renewable energy technology
- Provide the prerequisite foundation for three, subsequent, lab-based, technician-level courses covering specific renewable energy technology topics
- Support the efforts of the U.S. Dept. of Energy to build national "Energy Literacy," emphasizing the principles of the USDOE’s "Energy 101" model curriculum.
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Students achievement in the classroom phase of the course will be evaluated on the basis of homework, quizzes, and exams. Achievement in the laboratory will be evaluated on the basis of accuracy and completeness of reports of laboratory activities and of skills developed in the performance of manipulative tasks as evidenced by the workmanship demonstrated in the laboratory assignments. A laboratory final exam may be administered.
NOTE: The following evaluation method may be modified by the instructor as required. Letter grades are determined by the following percentage:
93 – 100 A 85 – 92 B 78 – 84 C 70 – 77 D Below 70 F
Assignments will NOT be accepted past the date due without prior approval. Missed quizzes may NOT be retaken unless you email faculty prior notice of the absence before the missed class.
Business, Technology & Human Services
Dean, Paul Carlson; 815-802-8858; V105; pcarlson@kcc.edu; Division Office – W102; 815-802-8650
For information related to the Student Code of Conduct Policy, Withdrawal Policy, Email Policy, and Non- Attendance/Non-Participation Policy, please review the college’s Code of Campus Affairs and Regulations webpage, which can be found at catalog.kcc.edu under the Academic Regulations & Conduct Guide.
KCC offers various academic and personal resources for all students. Many services are offered virtually, as well as in person. Please visit Student Resources - Kankakee Community College to access student resources services such as:
- Clubs and organizations
- Counseling and referral services
- Office of disability services
- Student complaint policy
- Transfer services
- Tutoring services, etc.
The materials on this course are only for the use of students enrolled in this course for purposes associated with this course. Further information regarding KCC's copyright policy is available at https://kcc.libguides.com/copyright.
|Course syllabus/calendar is subject to change.
For information related to the Student Code of Conduct Policy, Withdrawal Policy, Email Policy, and Non-Attendance/Non-Participation Policy, please review the college’s Code of Campus Affairs and Regulations webpage, which can be found at catalog.kcc.edu.
1 – Aug. 20th
2 – Aug. 27th
3 – Sept. 3rd
4 – Sept. 10th
5 – Sept. 17th
6 – Sept. 24th
7 – Oct. 1st
8 – Oct. 7th
9 – Oct. 15th
10 – Oct. 22nd
11 – Oct. 29th
12 – Nov. 5th
13 – Nov. 12th
14 – Nov. 19th
15 – Nov. 26th
16 – Dec. 3rd
17 – Dec. 10th
18 – Dec. 18th | Course Introduction, Sustainability and Human History of Energy Use
Science review and Background – What is Energy? What is Power? Law of Conservation of Energy (First Law of Thermodynamics)
Our Current Energy Paradigm – Coal, Oil, and Nuclear; Utility Electricity; Reading an Electric Bill
Critical Analysis of Contemporary Energy Issues, Energy Policy, and Decision Making
Step One to Energy Independence = Energy Efficiency and Conservation
Basic Energy Concepts of Solar Science and Solar Energy
Solar Thermal Technology
Solar Photovoltaics
Wind Power
Energy Storage Systems
Guest Speaker – TBD
Hydro Generators
Biomass
Alternative Transportation
No Class – Holiday break
Student Capstone Presentations
Student Capstone Presentations
Final Exam |
College Policies, Resources and Supports
For information related to the Student Code of Conduct Policy, Withdrawal Policy, Email Policy, and Non- Attendance/Non-Participation Policy, please review the college’s Code of Campus Affairs and Regulations webpage, which can be found at catalog.kcc.edu under the Academic Regulations & Conduct Guide.
KCC offers various academic and personal resources for all students. Many services are offered virtually, as well as in person. Please visit Student Resources - Kankakee Community College to access student resources services such as:
- Clubs and organizations
- Counseling and referral services
- Office of disability services
- Student complaint policy
- Transfer services
- Tutoring services, etc.
The materials on this course are only for the use of students enrolled in this course for purposes associated with this course. Further information regarding KCC's copyright policy is available at https://kcc.libguides.com/copyright.
|Course syllabus/calendar is subject to change.