ENERGY TECHNOLOGY SHORT COURSES at      The George Washington University

Courses Connecting You with Advanced Knowledge

 
    Gain valuable tools in dealing with Energy Projects.  Both week-long and intensive 2-day courses will introduce participants to the goals, principles, and practical applications of energy efficiency technology.  Participants will learn systematic approaches to energy projects and issues, integrating the latest technology taught by industry-leading professor, Dr. Stephen Hsu.  With adequate notification, all courses can be customized to applicant requests.
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2013 Schedule

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Renewable Energy with On-site Applications

2-Day Intensive Course | April 11-12, 2013 | $650

 
    This course will introduce the latest in renewable technologies.  Participants will learn practical application and technology viability.
 

Topics Covered

  • Solar Energy
  • Geothermal Systems
  • Wind Energy
  • Fuel Cells
  • State of the Art Research and Case Studies
 
 
 

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Summer Courses

There is a two-step application process for our planned summer courses.  Prospective applicants are asked which course topics they are interested in and which of the available dates they can fit into their schedule.
 
Week-long Course | Summer 2013 | $1,500

 

    This is a survey course that will provide participants an overview of the latest technology in a wide array of industries.

 
Topics Covered
  • Introduction to energy, sustainability, and climate change issues
  • Wind energy basics, materials, design, and practice
  • Solar energy basics and practice
  • Geothermal energy basics and practice
  • Fuel cells
  • Intro to energy efficient buildings
  • Transportation technologies
  • Biofuels
  • Economics, policy, and regulations

Energy Efficient Building Technology

Week-long Course | Summer 2013 | $1,500

 
 
    This course will analyze the function and application of energy efficiency in buildings. Students will be presented with the latest in building technology and systems design. Following completion of this course, students will be familiar with the latest technology in the energy industry and able to more effectively manage energy projects, taking a whole-building systems approach.
 

Topics Covered

  • State of the industry

  • Baseline standards: ASHRAE-90.1

  • Materials technology and implementation

  • HVAC design and technology

  • Industry codes and standards

  • Viability of on-site renewable energy application

  • Net-Zero Energy Building Case-Studies

  • Government policies and research
 
 
Benefits
Participants will be:
  • Presented with the latest in energy efficiency technologie
  • Provided with the background information of current energy issues
  • Given the opportunity to practice applying their improved knowledge
  • Placed in an atmosphere that promotes networking with similarly-minded professionals

Audience
  • Project Managers
  • Program Analysts
  • Project Engineers
  • Physical Plant Managers
  • Energy-related equipment manufacturers
  • Energy Consultants and Managers


    All short courses will be held at George Washington University's Virginia Science and Technology Campus in Ashburn, Virginia. 
 
 

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*This is certificate program with no associated college credits.
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 2013 Course Schedule and Application
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 If you are interested in  taking an energy course, please let us know which topic you are interested in and when you would like to take it.