Course Overview
This course is concerned with the topics of energy, foundations of Renewable Energy Systems (RES), different types of RES, their systems design and applications for buildings as well as stand-alone systems. The concept of net-zero building and options will be discussed. Introduction to design methods and cost analysis, Payback time will be discussed for solar thermal, PV, geothermal and small wind power systems.
Prerequisite(s)
- No prerequisites are required for this course.
Credits
3.0
Domestic fees
$635.73
International fees are typically 3.25 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
- Describe the reasons for the need to change to renewable energy systems.
- Identify renewable energy systems and their specifications and types.
- Analyze performance and efficiency of renewable energy systems.
- Overall renewable energy systems design for given loads.
- Perform cost analysis and simple pay-back time calculations for renewables.
- Identify and suggest suitable renewable systems for buildings.
- Compare renewable energy systems with the conventional ones.
- Describe the net-zero building system and identify the components.
Effective as of Winter 2012
Related Programs
Renewable Energy Systems 1 (MSYS 3060) is offered as a part of the following programs:
- Indicates programs accepting international students.
School of Energy
- Mechanical Systems
Associate Certificate Part-time
Course Offerings
Spring/Summer 2026
Below is one offering of MSYS 3060 for the Spring/Summer 2026 term.
CRN 60317
Dates
Apr 28 - Jun 04 Loading
- CRN 60317
- $635.73 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 28 - Jun 04 | Tue, Thu | 18:30 - 21:30 | Online |
Duration
6 weeks
Instructor
Jalal Taheri Kahnamouei
Course outline
Course outline TBD — see Learning Outcomes in the interim.
Important information
- No class on Saturday, May 16th (Victoria Day Long Weekend). Please purchase any required course material such as textbooks prior to the first class - www.bcit.ca/bookstore/ For questions related to this course, please email the Program Assistant at soepts@bcit.ca and include your BCIT ID (if you have one). Note: BCIT reserves the right to cancel courses. In the event of a part-time studies course cancellation, you will be notified at least two business days prior to the course start. Please ensure that your contact information is current. Note: BCIT reserves the right to cancel courses. In the event of a part-time studies course cancellation, you will be notified at least two business days prior to the course start. Please ensure that your contact information is current.
Confirmation
Required
To proceed with registration and add this course to the cart, please confirm:
Status
If you have any questions about this course, please contact us.
Programs and courses are subject to change without notice. Find out more about BCIT course cancellations.