1. Content of course “Renewable Energies”
- Energy, Environment, Climate Change and Renewable Energy Sources - World Energy Stock
- Geothermal Energies, Resources and Technology
- Solar Energy, Solar Radiation and Photovoltaic
- Wind Power, Resources and Technology
- Outlook on the future
Content of course “Fuel Cells and Hydrogen Techniques”
- Hydrogen, combustion, storage, handling
- Fuel cells, basic function, efficiency
- Fuel cell types, AFC, PEMFC, MCFC, SOFC, DMFC - Fuel Cell Systems
- Components and assemblies for fuel cell systems
2. Learning outcome
Participants will obtain a basic physical, technical and economic knowledge of the renewable energy production. The main focus of the lecture is on technologies with high development potentials such as geothermal energy, solar systems and wind power as well as hydrogen technique and fuel cells. The students shall also understand the potential negative impact of the use of the so called conventional energy supply and the advantages of sustainable energy systems.
3. Course organization and structure is organized as class lecture
4. Credits and work load: 7.5 CP, 225 hours total work load, 82.5 hours lectures
5. Examination modalities
Exam (Duration: 120 min) covering the complete content of the module at the end of the semester. A make-up exam will be offered during the following semester.
Possible changes to the examination modalities may be communicated upon start of the module.
6. Prerequisites: None
7. Duration and frequency of course
The module lasts one semester . It is offered in winter semester.
8. Applicability/utilization
The module provides knowledge of the renewable energy systems, which are fundamental for power systems of today and in the future.