UBC ATSC 313 Renewable Energy Meteorology

Subject: Syllabus Topic Overview      (dm)

Organization of Themes and Topics in this Course

 

Theme: Intro & Basics 

  1. Orientation and Renewable-energy Basics 

Theme: Hydro Power Meteorology 

  1. Hydroelectric Generation
  2. Global Distribution of Precipitation 
  3. Synoptic & Mesoscale Precipitation Patterns & Variations 
  4. Topographic Effects & Precipitation Forecasting 

Theme: Wind Power Meteorology 

  1. Large-scale (global, synoptic and mesoscale) Wind Patterns 
  2. Turbulent Boundary Layer 
  3. Orographic & Local Winds 
  4. Wind-power Forecasting 

Theme: Solar Power Meteorology

  1. Incoming Solar Energy 
  2. Solar Power Generation 
  3. Clouds (sunshine forecasting) 
  4. Human Factors 

Theme: Synthesis of Renewable Energy Meteorology Concepts

  1. Interaction of Renewable Energies 
  2. Population Growth and Our Energy Future