Energy Technology (ENE) at Central Virginia Community College
Distance Learning
Time of Day
Term
- ENE 100 - Conventional and Alternate Energy Applications
- Provides an overview of hydroelectric, coal, and nuclear energy production methods and renewable solar, geothermal, wind, and fuel cell technology. A complete system breakdown of conventional power production methods, efficiency, and sustainability when compared with solar, geothermal, wind, and fuel cell applications.Lecture 3 hours. Laboratory 3 hours. Total 6 hours per week.
Prerequisite: ELE 176 or instructor approval.4 credits - ENE 104 - Energy Industry Fundamentals
- Provides a broad understanding of the electric and natural gas utility industry and the energy generation, transmission, and distribution infrastructure. Covers business models, regulations, types of energy and their conversion to useable energy such as electric power, how generated power is transmitted and distributed to the point of use, emerging technologies, and the connection to careers in the energy industry.Lecture 4-5 hours. Total 4-5 hours per week.
4-5 credits - ENE 195 - Topics in
- Provides an opportunity to explore topical areas of interest to or needed by students.1-5 credits
1-5 credits