Energy and the Environment solution-(ELS-LK7345)

Locktronics Energy and the Environment solution - This course provides an introduction to renewable energy generation and energy saving measures through intelligent building control. As such, it addresses the aims of a number of courses in Science and Technology. A comprehensive set of curriculum worksheets and supporting documentation is available to download, and delivers experiments to illuminate the issues raised. Key Features - Understand energy and power, joules and watts Energy storage and efficiency Use of intelligent buildings Includes wattmeter Learning objectives: Advantages/disadvantages of renewable energy sources: photovoltaic, wind, wave, hydroelectric Solar cells and their operation Electricity generators Solar heating and energy storage Voltage regulation Efficiency of a filament lamp and LED lamp Insulation and double glazing Energy efficient building design using microcontrollers