Energy Technology (ENE) at Mountain Empire Community College
Distance Learning
Time of Day
Term
- ENE 105 - Solar Thermal Active and Passive Technology
- Provides a comprehensive study of thermal technology as it applies to collector types and ratings, open-loop versus closed-loop and system sizing. Introduces hydronics, hot water, and pool heating applications. Provides an introduction to fluid dynamics and chemistry as it applies to system installation and maintenance.Lecture 3 hours. Laboratory 3 hours. Total 6 hours per week.
4 credits - ENE 110 - Solar Power Installations
- Covers wiring, control, conversion, and ties to established power systems. Studies use of invertors, batteries, and charging systems. Prerequisite: ELE 157 or equivalent.Lecture 3 hours. Laboratory 3 hours. Total 6 hours per week.
4 credits - ENE 230 - Geothermal Applications
- Studies the use of geothermal energy for large and small scale production. Covers the feasibility of heat pump applications for local use on an individual basis.(4 Cr.) Lecture 3 hours. Lab 3 hours. Total 6 hours per week.
3-4 credits - ENE 295 - Studies In
- Covers new content not covered in existing courses in the discipline. Allows instructor to explore content and instructional methods to assess the course's viability as a permanent offering.Variable hours per week.
1-5 credits