Course syllabus - Sustainable Energy Systems - Advanced studies

Objectives

The course gives a broad description of different energy systems and deepened knowledge in some energy technology questions of importance, of current interest and related to research and development within the area. The course will give an understanding for and practical application of theories and models for analysis and planning of sustainable energy systems as well as development of the individual ability of the student in: written presentations, search for information, critical review of information, literature and other material.

Learning outcomes

After completion of the course the student shall be able to:
- apply theories and models to solve energy engineering problems
- independently analyse and evaluate different  heat to power conversion cycles from performance, economic and environmental point of view
- independently design, analyse and evaluate  energy systems based on renewable energy with focus on solar energy and bioenergy
- independently  and critically analyse performance and operation problems in real energy conversion processes
- independently and critically analyse and evaluate energy distribution systems
- integrate knowledge and handle complex information
- discuss and consider scientific, society and ethical aspects related to energy systems

Course content

The course consist mainly of individual analysis and calculation assignments within sustainable energy systems such as thermal engineering, power systems, solar cells and solar collectors, biofuels, transmission/distribution  and more.

Tuition

Lectures, supervision.
The course uses a pedagogical (web-based) platform for communication, discussion and presentation of course material.

Specific requirements

Completed courses in natural science and/or engineering of at least 120 hp (ECTS credits) and at least 15 hp at advanced level, of which at least 65 hp within energy engineering including knowledge about heat and power processes and process simulation. The latter can be achieved by completion of the course Heat and Power Engineering 15 hp, or Introduction to sustainable energy systems 7,5 hp and Process simulation 7,5 hp. In addition Swedish course B/Swedish course 2 and English course A/English course 5 are required. For courses given entirely in English exemption is made from the requirement in Swedish course B/Swedish course 2.

Examination

Assignment (INL1), 5 credits, marks 3,4 or 5
Assignment (INL2), 5 credits, marks 3,4 or 5
Assignment (INL3), 5 credits, marks 3,4 or 5
Assignment (INL4), 5 credits, marks 3,4 or 5

A student who has a certificate from MDU regarding a disability has the opportunity to submit a request for supportive measures during written examinations or other forms of examination, in accordance with the Rules and Regulations for Examinations at First-cycle and Second-cycle Level at Mälardalen University (2020/1655). It is the examiner who takes decisions on any supportive measures, based on what kind of certificate is issued, and in that case which measures are to be applied.

Suspicions of attempting to deceive in examinations (cheating) are reported to the Vice-Chancellor, in accordance with the Higher Education Ordinance, and are examined by the University’s Disciplinary Board. If the Disciplinary Board considers the student to be guilty of a disciplinary offence, the Board will take a decision on disciplinary action, which will be a warning or suspension.

Grade

Pass with distinction, Pass with credit, Pass, Fail

Interim Regulations and Other Regulations

Some of the assignments require participation in laboratory work and/or the use of specific software.