Geothermal Energy Systems
Credits:3 PDH
PDH Course Description:
The geothermal energy potential beneath our feet is vast. This tremendous resource amounts to 50,000 times the energy of all oil and gas resources in the world. Geothermal energy is a clean and ever-renewable source of energy representing a promising solution for the world, as the concern over global warming, pollution, and the unpredictable availability of fossil fuels looms in the near future.Topics:
- Overview of the DOE Geothermal Technologies Program
- Future Research and Development
- Future Market Needs
- Getting to Know Enhanced Geothermal Systems
- The Raft River Project - Coming On-Line in Idaho
- GeoPowering the West Initiative Progresses
- New Policies Having Favorable Impact on Geothermal Development
To take this course:
1.) Enroll in Course: Click below to enroll:
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3.) Test: Once you've thoroughly read the course materials, please click below to take the final examination.
Take the final exam
4.) Certificate: A passing grade of 70% or higher on the exam, is required to receive the certificate of completion for this PDH course.
NOTE: After the exam is completed, you will need to return to this page, in order to print (download) the certificate of completion.
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Intended Audience: This course is intended for Geotechnical, Civil, Construction, Hydraulic Structural, Foundations, and other engineers whose job description may require a basic knowledge of geothermal energy-generating systems.
Publication Source: US Dept. of Energy
Harlan Bengtson PhD, PE