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New online course as part of professional certificate in Cybersecurity
PV under the Big Sky
Energy Technology Alum, Mark Hansen '13 and current student, "Jay" Moore recently had the opportunity to assist Orion Thornton on several PV installations. Here's a shot Jay took of Mark sporting his Griz cap as he aligns a panel near Georgetown Lake.
2013 Wind Farm Visit
During the 2013 Energy Technology Practicum, we had the opportunity to
suit up and spend a day with Energy Technology alumnus, Robert Potts
'12.
It was a great day for making wind energy, and we all gained new-found
respect for these modern-day Don Quixotes! Thanks to Professor Bowe for
the great photo!
Energy Technology Practicum Videos Now Available
The 2013 Energy Technology Summer Practicum was another resounding success this year. Students completed three projects which included building a mobile wind turbine, a solar forge, and an e-waste recovery strategy.
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Jesse, Tim and Kadin pose with their 1 kW mobile wind turbine. Major innovations include the ability to erect the tower by hand, charge their battery bank, and produce 110 V AC with an integrated charger/inverter.
Grant poses with the solar forge. Major innovations included the ability to adjust the intensity of the solar energy, and to make metallic casts.
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Nick shows the before and after of a few CPUs. Major achievements included the recovery of over $1000 worth of precious metals and the diversion of all computer parts from the landfill stream.
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Grant poses with the solar forge. Major innovations included the ability to adjust the intensity of the solar energy, and to make metallic casts.
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Msla College Professor Presents on Health IT
Applied Computing & Electronics Professor, Tom Gallagher, delivered the presentation Building an Education Program to Develop Qualified IT Professionals for the Clinical Health Environment to students and faculty at the School of Engineering and Advanced Technology (SEAT) at Massey University in New Zealand. The seminar provided a brief overview of Health IT developments taking place in the United States and the successes and challenges at UM in developing a new program of study for educating individuals for careers in Health IT. The presentation was delivered from the Palmerston North campus and simulcast to the Auckland and Wellington campuses. Professor Gallagher has been working from Massey's Palmerston North campus throughout Spring Term.
Missoula College Professor Bradley Layton Discusses Energy Technology on Talk Back
Layton gives interview on KGVO's Talk Back.
Energy Technology Program Director, Bradley Layton was recently interviewed by Bob Seidenschwarz of the Montana World Affairs Council, Jon King and Peter Christian on Talk Back. During the interview, Layton had the opportunity to discuss peak oil, energy returned on energy invested, and some of the issues surrounding energy security. He also had the opportunity to tout many of the unique features of Missoula College's unique Energy Technology Program.
Missoula College Kiwi Reunion
Missoula College IT program graduate Tim Friendson (2010) and IT program director Tom Gallagher were recently reunited in Wellington New Zealand. Tim is an international exchange student at Massey University’s Wellington Campus, while Tom is stationed at Massey’s Palmerston North campus. Tim is completing media arts courses while on exchange. He will be graduating from UM in May 2013 with a bachelor’s degree in Media Arts.
Tom was in Wellington working with Massey faculty as a consultant in the use of simulation software for New Zealand extramural (online) students.
Tom was in Wellington working with Massey faculty as a consultant in the use of simulation software for New Zealand extramural (online) students.
FY14 Common Course Numbering Changes
As the Montana University System (MUS) common course numbering (CCN) project continues, please note that several rubrics and course numbers have been changed in the Applied Computing & Electronics Department. These changes will impact Energy Technology, Information Technology, and Computer-Aided Design students. The CCN project is a Board of Regents mandate to establish a system of equivalency for course offered at institutions of higher education across the state of Montana. See the FY2014 updates for complete details.
Human Powered Vehicle Team arrives in San Jose
Team members Nathan Ferro (captain), Clay Cooper, Paul Sinclair, Nathan Lucas, Kristen Hoon, Michele Powers and Andres Orozco pose for a quick photo before heading to the safety inspection at the 2013 American Society of Mechanical Engineering Human Powered Vehicle Challenge.
Team members Nathan Ferro (captain), Clay Cooper, Paul Sinclair, Nathan Lucas, Kristen Hoon, Michele Powers and Andres Orozco pose for a quick photo before heading to the safety inspection at the 2013 American Society of Mechanical Engineering Human Powered Vehicle Challenge.
Energy Technology Seminar Series off to a good start
Dear Fellow Sustainable Energy Technology Enthusiasts,
This year's seminar series is off to a great start. Thus far, we've hosted The University's own Sustainability Coordinator, Cherie Peacock, as well as Ryan Pitcher, Director of Idaho State's Energy Systems Technology Education Center. This week features Tom Bishop, President of Sunelco, and a veteran of sustainable Energy Technology.
The remainder of the schedule is as follows:
All talks are held from 12:10 to 1pm in HB06 on East Campus.
This year's seminar series is off to a great start. Thus far, we've hosted The University's own Sustainability Coordinator, Cherie Peacock, as well as Ryan Pitcher, Director of Idaho State's Energy Systems Technology Education Center. This week features Tom Bishop, President of Sunelco, and a veteran of sustainable Energy Technology.
The remainder of the schedule is as follows:
6-Mar
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Cherie Peacock
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LEED Certification, Climate Action Plan, Carbon Neutrality
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13-Mar
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Ryan Pitcher
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College of Technology at Idaho State University
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20-Mar
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Tom Bishop
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A View of Sustainble Energy from the Bitterroot Valley
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27-Mar
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Christopher Preston
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Geoengineering
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3-Apr
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Steve Corrick
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Algae and Biomass Applications in Montana
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10-Apr
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Marc Olsen
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Strategies for Passing the NABCEP Certificate of Knowledge Exam
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17-Apr
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Laurie Pratti
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A Perspective on Local Jobs in Energy Technology for Missoula
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24-Apr
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Edi Stan
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An Overview of The University of Montana's Recycling Initiatives
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1-May
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Martin Knight
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Local Employment Opportunities in the Energy Technology Sector
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All talks are held from 12:10 to 1pm in HB06 on East Campus.
The University of Montana’s
Energy Technology Program 2013 Spring Seminar series proudly presents:
“A View of Sustainable Energy
from the Bitterroot Valley”
Tom
Bishop’s perspective on where we’ve come from and where we’re headed as an
industry
Wednesday, March 20th
12:10pm – 1:00pm
HB06 East Campus
909 South Avenue
West, Missoula, MT 59801
Energy Literacy
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DOE Announces Webinar on the Energy Literacy InitiativeJanuary 28, 2013The Department of Energy will present a live webcast, titled "An Energy Literate Citizenry from K-to-Gray," on Wednesday, February 6, from 4:00 to 5:00 p.m. Eastern Standard Time. The Energy Literacy: Essential Principles and Fundamental Concepts for Energy Education document provides a framework of seven essential principles every citizen should know to be energy literate. This webinar will detail the Energy Literacy Framework, its conception through multiple partners, current activities (including its translation into Spanish), and highlight other available energy education resources. Register to attend the webinar.Full story |
New tool for evaluating community solar projects
After returning from the Harvesting Clean Energy conference in Corvallis, WA, it looks like it might be time to organize a large-scale PV project in Missoula:
Thank
you for registering for the Community Solar Tool webinar. This email provides
links to the new url for the tool, to a 3-question survey for viewers of the
webinar and to a recording of the webinar.
- Updated link to the CST on the Bonneville Environmental Foundation site: <http://communitysolartool.b-e-f.org/>
- Webinar recording: < http://goo.gl/BeAAQ>
- Brief post-webinar survey: <http://www.surveymonkey.com/s/3R3BCDY>
Please contact Sarah Mazze at sarah@trig-cli.org or 541 654 4052 with any questions about the Community Solar Tool or the webinar.
Best,
Sarah
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Sarah Mazze
Community Energy Program Manager
The Resource Innovation Group (TRIG)
sarah@trig-cli.org
Phone: (541) 654-4052
http://www.theresourceinnovationgroup.org
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