Wind Energy - Couverture souple

Rivkin, David; Silk, Laurel

Couverture souple

ISBN 10 : 1449624472 ISBN 13 : 9781449624477

Editeur : Jones and Bartlett Publishers, Inc, 2012

Synopsis

Part of The Art and Science of Wind Power series Experts agree that the wind energy industry is at the leading edge of a global movement away from fossil fuel dependence. Wind energy has evolved dramatically over the last few decades, and the demand for skilled workers is booming. Wind Energy is a cornerstone text for novice learners entering the field. The text provides an overview of the history, basic concepts, costs, and uses of wind energy. Wind Energy focuses on technical and contextual issues related to wind-energy conversion and applications of various wind-turbine systems. About the Series According to estimates from the American Wind Energy Association, approximately 85,000 Americans are employed in the rapidly expanding wind energy industry. The Art and Science of Wind Power series was developed to address a critical gap in educational resources directed toward the development of skilled workers in this industry. Each title uses a systems-based perspective to provide students with the resources to develop creative solutions to challenges as well as systems-based critical thinking skills. No other series as comprehensively addresses key issues for novice and expert learners alike.

A propos du livre

À propos des auteurs

Prof. David A. Rivkin, PhD, is managing director and dean of the College of Science and Technology at the Sustainable Methods Institute (SMI), an online university and innovation center.'He is also the chairman of the Department of Nanosciences in Renewable Energy at Chiist University, Atlanta, Georgia; and dean of education and research at the Israel Sustainability Institute. He is also chief scientist and director at the Adamah Group and its wind power division, in Israel.'Professor Rivkin was the founder, associate professor, and chairman of the Green Technologies Department at Ohalo College of Katzrin; associate professor at National University, based in San Diego, Calif.; International Technological University, in San Jose, Calif.; and the Graduate School of Science and Technology at the Technical University of Munich, in Germany. 'He holds dual bachelor’s degrees in chemistry and nuclear engineering from the University of California at Berkeley. Professor Rivkin pursued postgraduate studies toward a doctorate in biophysics at the University of California and later completed a PhD in business sciences at the European School of Business London at Regent’s College, with a focus on small business sustainability. He has over 25 years of professional experience in both industry and academia.He has taught at internationally renowned colleges and universities in Europe, India, China, the United States, and Israel.' In 2010 Professor Rivkin was nominated to be a Fulbright scholar.' He is also an Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE) senior member and distinguished lecturer, a principal adviser in clean technologies to the National Science Foundation, a certified program manager, a certified corporate sustainability expert, and a certified green energy professional.'He is the winner of numerous technical and managerial awards and has been recognized for his outstanding contributions by governments as well as the United Nations. A serial entrepreneur, with roles in several successful ventures, including as founder and chief of technology for SciEssence International, Professor Rivkin has a multidisciplinary background, from biosciences to nanotechnology from health to energy, that gives him broad expertise in sustainability.

Laurel Silk is co-founder and Vice President of SilkWeb Consulting and Development in Phoenix, AZ. As an experienced instructional designer she has created college curriculum for both private and public institutions in renewable energy, healthcare, and education. Laurel earned a Master of Arts degree in Education Technology from University of Phoenix and a B.A. in English from Arizona State University.

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Jones and Bartlett Publishers, Inc
• Date d'édition: 2012
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 1449624472
• ISBN 13: 9781449624477
• Reliure: Broché
• Numéro d'édition: 1
• Nombre de pages: 162
• Coordonnées du fabricant: non disponible
• Personne responsable: non disponible