REE 471 - Geothermal Powr Plnt Desgn

Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
Credit Hours: 3

Introduction to geothermal reservoir pressure, temperature and flow models, and analysis. Basic geothermal power plant equipment and design for dry team, single/double flash and binary cycle power plants. Plant thermodynamic analysis/efficiency using Rankine/Kalina cycles. Plant environmental, economic and social impacts.

Prerequisite: ENGR 355