Aug 05, 2026  
PVCC 2026-2027 College Catalog 
    
PVCC 2026-2027 College Catalog

ELE 176 - Introduction to Alternative Energy Including Hybrid Systems


Credits 3

Introduces Alternative Energy with an emphasis on solar photovoltaic systems, small wind turbines technology, the theory of PV technology, PV applications, solar energy terminology, system components, site analysis, PV system integration and PV system connections and small wind turbine technology site analysis. An additional career and technical education course specific fee of $25.00 per credit hour applies to this course. The price is discounted 50% to $12.50 per credit hour for the 2026-27 academic year only.

Lecture: 2 hours per week Lab: 2 hours per week Total: 4 hours per week