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At a Glance

• Instructor(s): Bobby Compton
• Semester(s) typically taught: Spring
• Units: 3.0
• Grading scale: Graded (A-F)
• Required or elective for MEM degree? Elective
• If elective, applicable elective track(s): Software Management
• Pre-requisites: n/a
• Recommended previous courses: n/a

Course Description/Synopsis (from DukeHub) 

There is an increasing need for smarter, cleaner Energy Transition decarbonization strategies for global energy generating assets.  However, global energy generation and its use by industries and society involves challenging, frequently competing goals for GDP economic growth & societal prosperity alongside better environmental stewardship.  Critical thinking/analysis skills to solve these challenges requires understanding  & applying key engineering, economic, & environmental principles. (i.e. “3Es”)

• Engineering (energy conversion, fossil fuel & cleaner energy technologies)
• Economics (macroeconomics, financial analysis, &  incentives/penalties)
• Environmental (GHG emissions, regulations, & other environmental impacts )

This practicum course gives students the opportunity to learn these skills through a team-based, fossil fuel asset decarbonization project alongside energy industry clients/mentors.  In-class activities include:  instructor + guest lectures, student led discussions, project work, case studies & short quizzes.  Students collaborate in 4-6 person project teams with periodic review presentations to clients/mentors.

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Course Syllabus 

Clean Energy Practicum Syllabus v1 – Spr25.docx