COWLEY COLLEGE COURSE PROCEDURE
WND3660 INTRODUCTION TO WIND ENERGY
3 Credit Hours
Student Level:
This course is open to students on the college level in either the Freshman or Sophomore year.
Catalog Description:
WND3660 - Introduction to Wind Energy (3 hrs.)
Students gain a basic understanding of the fundamental science behind harnessing useable energy from the wind.
KRSN: NA
Course Classification: 2 hr. Lecture/1 hr. Lab
Prerequisites:
Acceptance into the Wind Technology program.
Co-requisites:
NONE
Controlling Purpose:
The purpose of this course is to provide an in-depth introduction to wind power as a sustainable form of energy. It examines the history, current applications, and future of wind power.
Core Outcomes: (If KRSN course put this statement)
The learning outcomes and competencies detailed in this course meet or exceed the learning outcomes and competencies specified by the Kansas Core Outcomes Project for this course, as sanctioned by the Kansas Board of Regents.
Learner Outcomes:
Upon completion of the course, the student will:
1. Outline the main historical developments of wind power.
2. Describe in detail how wind turbines produce usable energy from the wind.
3. Discuss the economics of wind power.
Unit Outcomes for Criterion Based Evaluation:
The following outline defines the minimum core content not including the final examination period. Instructors may add other material as time allows.
UNIT 1: Wind Power History
Outcomes: Upon completion of this unit, the students will be able to
- Outline the main historical developments of wind power.
- Describe the history of renewable energy sources, to include advantages and disadvantages of wind power compared to other renewable energy sources.
- Define three advantages of wind power when compared to traditional energy sources.
- Describe the primary benefits and limitations of wind power.
UNIT 2: Wind Turbines
Outcomes: Upon completion of this unit, the students will be able to
- Describe in detail how wind turbines produce useable energy from the wind.
- Describe the different types of wind turbines and towers available on the market today.
- List the steps involved in the construction of small, medium, and large wind turbines.
UNIT 3: Wind Energy Economics
Outcomes: Upon completion of this unit, the students will be able to
- Calculate the economic return on investment for a wind turbine.
- Describe the process for determining the physical and economic feasibility of wind energy for different sites and applications.
- Debate the pros and cons of large-scale wind energy development on land and offshore.
Projects Required:
Varies, refer to syllabus.
Textbook:
Contact Bookstore for current textbook.
Materials/Equipment Required:
None
Attendance Policy:
Students should adhere to the attendance policy outlined by the instructor in the course syllabus.
Grading Policy:
The grading policy will be outlined by the instructor in the course syllabus.
Maximum class size:
Based on classroom occupancy
Course Time Frame:
The U.S. Department of Education, Higher Learning Commission and the Kansas Board of Regents define credit hour and have specific regulations that the college must follow when developing, teaching and assessing the educational aspects of the college. A credit hour is an amount of work represented in intended learning outcomes and verified by evidence of student achievement that is an institutionally-established equivalency that reasonably approximates not less than one hour of classroom or direct faculty instruction and a minimum of two hours of out-of-class student work for approximately fifteen weeks for one semester hour of credit or an equivalent amount of work over a different amount of time. The number of semester hours of credit allowed for each distance education or blended hybrid courses shall be assigned by the college based on the amount of time needed to achieve the same course outcomes in a purely face-to-face format.
Refer to the following policies:
402.00 Academic Code of Conduct
263.00 Student Appeal of Course Grades
403.00 Student Code of Conduct
Disability Services Program:
Cowley College, in recognition of state and federal laws, will accommodate a student with a documented disability. If a student has a disability which may impact work in this class and which requires accommodations, contact the Disability Services Coordinator.
DISCLAIMER: THIS INFORMATION IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE. FOR THE OFFICIAL COURSE PROCEDURE CONTACT ACADEMIC AFFAIRS.
Rev. 2/16/2023
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