CME 523 - CONCEPTS, ASSESSMENT TOOLS AND METHODS IN SUSTAINABLE POWER AND ENERGY

Stanley and Karen Pigman College of Engineering

Credit(s): 3

A multidisciplinary course presenting an overview of key topics in sustainability and environmental impact assessment for engineers. Topics will include assessment of current and future energy systems, renewable and conventional energy technologies, supply chain management, sustainability metrics, energy assessment tools, environmental impact assessment and life cycle assessment. Topics will be presented and their attributes described within a framework that aids in evaluation and analysis of energy technology systems and designs in the context of political, social, economic, and environmental goals.

Prereq: Engineering Standing and Senior Classification or Consent of Instructor.
Approved for Distance Learning.
Crosslisted with: EGR 523, MFS 523