Next-Generation Power and Energy Systems Subplan
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Renewable energy sources, such as wind and solar, are increasingly being integrated into the electric power grid, while the power system becomes more tightly intertwined with other systems, such as buildings, natural gas pipelines, and the transportation sector.
Today’s rapid changes create industry demand for professionals who understand new power electronic interfaces, improved modeling and simulation capabilities, and knowledge of advances in communication, control, and optimization to mitigate the impacts of variability and uncertainty in power systems generation.
Our subplan in Next Generation Power & Energy Systems (NGPES) helps engineers and decision makers prepare for this next generation — with deep foundational knowledge, modern technical skillsets, and the ability to effectively participate in multidisciplinary teams to solve new challenges. Adjoint professors from the National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) teach subplan courses with CU babyÖ±²¥app to bring practical industry knowledge to classroom discussions.
Students have opportunities to explore energy systems integration themes from the Renewable and Sustainable Energy Institute (RASEI), a joint program between CU Boulder and NREL that addresses important, complex problems in energy to expedite solutions that transform energy by advancing renewable energy science, engineering, and analysis through research, education, and industry partnerships.
Through flexible course options, students enrolled in the NGPES subplan may pursue a 30-credit hour Professional Master of Science (MSEE) or Master of Engineering (ME) degree. The degrees are able to be completed online, with the majority of classes having an online section option.Ìý
