ENTR 110 Technology of Current and Future Energy Systems
This course provides an overview of current and emerging technologies spanning the entire energy value chain—from generation to the grid edge. Students will explore a broad range of energy facilities and infrastructure, including traditional systems such as fossil fuels, nuclear power, and large-scale grids, while critically examining the ongoing transition to low-carbon and decentralized energy solutions. Topics include renewable energy integration (solar, wind, hydro, geothermal), smart grids, energy storage, electric vehicles, grid resilience, and next-generation clean energy technologies. Through real-world case studies, simulation exercises, and project-based learning, students will evaluate the trade-offs and system-level implications of various energy pathways. The course prepares students to make meaningful contributions to the development and deployment of resilient, efficient, and sustainable energy systems.
Instructor
Junbo Zhao