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Alternative Energy Sources and their Applications, 6 ECTS credits.
/Alternativa energikällor och deras tillämpningar/
For:
FyN
KeBi
MED
MFYS
TB
Y
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Prel. scheduled
hours: 52
Rec. self-study hours: 108
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Area of Education: Science
Main field of studies: Physics, Applied Physics
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Advancement level
(G1, G2, A): G2
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Aim:
The aim of the course is to give basic knowledge on basic energy systems used in society. Special focus is paid to renewable (alternative) energy sources. After the course the student should be able to:
- understand the importance of exploring renewable energy sources from technological, environmental and economical aspects.
- describe different methods of utilizing renewable energy sources.
- exhibit knowledge on achievement of energy efficient applications and energy-saving technologies.
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Prerequisites: (valid for students admitted to programmes within which the course is offered)
Basic knowledge in physics
Note: Admission requirements for non-programme students usually also include admission requirements for the programme and threshhold requirements for progression within the programme, or corresponding.
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Organisation:
The scheduled parts of the course consist of lectures, seminars, laboratory work on solar cells and visits (invited lectures) to companies working in the energy sector. The lectures are meant to give a basic understanding of the subject. During lectures the most important theory sections are presented together with some applied exercises. Two group projects will be proposed.
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Course contents:
Lectures cover general theory and technique of renewable energy sources to compare with unsustainable energy sources.
Included areas:
- Renewable energy sources (solar, geothermal, hydro, wind, biofuel) and power plants.
- Energy transformation and transmission.
- Energy saving technologies for the electronics, transport, industry and buildings.
- Advanced materials, methods, and future prospects in the energy sector, influence on environment and human life, basic requirements for energy related applications.
- Introduction to computer simulation techniques for the energy sector.
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Course literature:
E. E. Michaelides, "Alternative Energy Sources", (Springer,2012).
A compendium of articles.
R. Wengenmayr, T. Bührke â?oRenewable Energy: Sustainable Energy Concepts for the Future", (Wiley, 2008).
G. Boyle, "Renewable Energy", (Oxford University Press,2004).
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Examination: |
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Written examination
Laboration
Site visiting and/or guest lectures
Optional assignments
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5 ECTS
0,5 ECTS
0,5 ECTS
0 ECTS
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The optional assignments of the course (two group projects and tests) can provide points that may be counted on the written exam. |
Course language is English.
Department offering the course: IFM.
Director of Studies: Magnus Johansson
Examiner: Sergiy Valyukh
Link to the course homepage at the department
Course Syllabus in Swedish
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