Texas Tech University

Wind Energy Minor

Wind Energy Minor

The United States' energy-independent future will require a diverse energy production portfolio, and wind power can play a major part. The U.S. Department of Energy's vision for 2030 involves 20 percent of our electricity needs being met by wind power. This new power will fuel more than high-paying jobs. It will provide incremental power production and provide needed tax revenue to rural communities and school districts. When combined with other forms of energy, wind power expands our nation's energy independence and extends Texas' global energy leadership.

Meeting the Challenge

Significant challenges lie ahead if the country is going to integrate that much wind energy into the existing power grid. The innovation necessary will come from talented students and engineers with a passion for powering the world. That is why Texas Tech's University College is offering an undergraduate minor and certificate in Wind Energy. These programs are designed to give students a background in this growing field so they can become valuable members of an important, growing community dedicated to building a cleaner future.

Requirements

Undergraduate Minor

Required Courses

Course Number Course Name Credit Hours
WE1300 Introduction to Wind Energy 3 hrs
WE3300 Wind Energy Science & Technology I 3 hrs
WE3301/3100 Wind Energy Science & Technology II and Lab 4 hrs

Select 9 hrs from the following

Course Number Course Name Credit Hours
WE2300 Social Impacts of Wind Energy 3 hrs
WE3315 Renewable Energy and the Environment 3 hrs
WE4300 Wind Energy Grid Integration 3 hrs
WE4310 Wind Modeling and Design 3 hrs
WE4320 Independent Study in Wind Energy 3 hrs
ME4360 Sustainable Energy 3 hrs
Total: 19 hrs

Undergraduate Certificate

Required Courses

Course Number Course Name Credit Hours
WE1300 Introduction to Wind Energy 3 hrs
WE3300 Wind Energy Science & Technology I 3 hrs
WE3301/3100 Wind Energy Science & Technology II and Lab 4 hrs
Total: 10 hrs