GEP 475 - Passive Solar Design

Unit(s): 3-4

Fundamentals and advanced applications of passive solar design, including: site analysis and design; passive applications (sunspace, trombe wall, convective loop, direct, and indirect gain systems); passive performance predictions; and economic payback analysis. Computer applications and student design projects.

Grading: OPT
Prerequisite(s): GEP 473, junior- or senior-level standing or consent of instructor.