Transfers ToCSUDescriptionThis course studies solar-thermal and photovoltaic (PV) systems, siting considerations, types of collectors and systems, operating efficiencies, building codes and solar rights. Topics include: passive and active solar thermal systems; residential and commercial systems for water heating, space heating, space cooling, process heating, swimming pool heating, and hybrid systems. Study of photovoltaic technologies includes the solar cell, independent, grid-connected, hybrid systems and electric bill reduction strategies. This course is intended for students interested in solar energy. 