
Hydropower Energy Engineering
This course introduces the fundamentals of hydropower energy and covers intermediate concepts related to hydropower system design, operation, and optimization. Students will learn about the key components of hydropower plants, including turbines, generators, and reservoirs, while exploring environmental, social, and economic impacts. The course also covers small-scale and large-scale hydropower systems, system efficiency, and integration with modern grids, offering hands-on experience through design exercises and real-world case studies.
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Course Duration:
30 hours
Level:
Beginner to Intermediate

Course Objectives
Understand the basic principles of hydropower generation and its role in renewable energy.
Gain knowledge of hydropower plant components, design, and operation.
Learn to assess the environmental, social, and economic impacts of hydropower.
Explore methods for optimizing system performance and efficiency.
Develop skills in basic hydropower system design and project feasibility analysis.
Prerequisites
Basic understanding of renewable energy systems.
Knowledge of fluid mechanics and basic physics principles.
Familiarity with engineering concepts in energy systems (helpful but not mandatory).
