Bioenergy Systems Design
Rising fuel prices, environmental concerns and pressures for oil independence are creating a strong market for renewable energy. Bioenergy is renewable energy derived from biological sources to be used for heat, electricity or vehicle fuel. Gain an understanding of biomass technologies and characteristics, engineering bioenergy feedstocks, biochemical conversion, anaerobic digestions, thermochemical and physicochemical conversion, biomass production systems and feedstock logistics. Explore the environmental, economic and social impacts. Learn about emerging bioenergy technologies, legislation and regulations. Work in teams to design and site a bioenergy system for a commercial or agricultural application.
Instructor(s):
Doug Williams, Ph.D.,
is a mechanical engineer who specializes in anaerobic "oxygen-free" digestion, biogas energy utilization, energy conservation, and farm machinery systems. He is owner and principal engineer of Williams Engineering Associates. He has served as project manager and design consultant for several covered-lagoon-type digester projects throughout California including three organic dairies in Sonoma and Marin counties.When:
Jan. 21-March 18: Thurs., 8 a.m.-noon. (No meeting March 11.)
Where:
Sutter Square Galleria, 2901 K St, Sacramento, CA
Directions:
Fee:
$525.00 ($600.00 if postmarked after 01/07/2010) Includes course materials.
Special Discount fee:
10% discount for organizations enrolling three or more people at the same time in the same course. All registrations must be submitted at the same time and fees paid with one check, credit card or purchase order.
Credit:
2 quarter units academic credit, X421.12
Section:
093ENG301
