IRMGR40218 Renewable Energy (Autumn 2021)

Facts about the course

ECTS Credits:
10
Responsible faculty:
Faculty of Computer Sciences, Engineering and Economics
Campus:
Fredrikstad.
Course Leader:
Olav Aaker
Teaching language:
English.
Duration:
½ year

Table of contents

The course is affiliated to the following study programme

Master in Green Energy Technology (Compulsory).

Teaching semester

First semester (autumn).

Content

  • Sources of renewable energy, such as:
    • Sun
    • Wind
    • Ocean waves and tidal forces
    • Hydropower
    • Biomass
    • Garbage and waste materials
  • CO2 capture and related issues
  • Mathematical models and dimensioning related to renewable energy plants
  • Introduction to smart grids and micro grids that utilize renewable energy sources
  • Throughout the course, all topics will be covered in a historical perspective, emphasizing the historical development of renewable energy and energy technology.

The student's learning outcomes on passing the course

Knowledge:

The student

  • has advanced knowledge of current renewable energy sources, their current use and potential for future use
  • has knowledge of the basic physical principles on which the energy sources rely, and the economic potential by using the various energy sources
  • has advanced knowledge of mathematical modelling of renewable energy processes
  • is able to analyze the principles of renewable energy and relate this to the history of energy technology and renewable energy and its place in modern society.
  • can quantify the environmental and economic impact of various alternative energy sources
  • has knowledge of smart grids and micro grids.

 

 

Skills:

The student

  • can calculate the economic potential of a suggested renewable energy plant
  • can calculate the feasibility of a suggested renewable energy process
  • can calculate the necessary dimensions and equipment to build a powerplant with a specified energy source, and specified power output.

 

 

General competence:

The student

  • can write a scientific project report.

Teaching and learning methods

  • Lectures
  • Laboratory work, including mathematical modelling
  • Project work: Prepare a report where an alternative energy powerplant is planned and proper dimensions are suggested. The economy of the project should also be considered.

Workload

250-300 hours.

Coursework requirements - conditions for taking the exam

  • Four minor assignments.
  • One major project work, group assignment.

Exam

Individual written exam 5 hours.

Permitted aids: Table of formulas and approved calculator

 

Grades from A to F, where A is the best grade, E is the lowest passed grade, and F is failed.

Examiners

One internal and one external examiner.

Conditions for resit/rescheduled exams

If the student fails the written exam, they can re-take this exam maximum two more times. A resit will be arranged in January the following semester. The students do not need to do the coursework assignments again to be allowed a re-take of the written exam.

Course evaluation

The course will be evaluated by a standardized electronic form.

Reading list

Last updated 05.10.2018. The reading list may be subject to change before the semester starts.

 

  • Da Rosa (2012), Fundamentals of Renewable Energy Processes, Academic Press, 3rd edition
  • Duffy, Rogers, Ayompe (2015): Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency: Assessment of Projects and Policies, Wiley-Blackwell, 1st edition
  • Handouts.
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