Study information

Renewable Energy Systems 2 - 2025 entry

MODULE TITLERenewable Energy Systems 2 CREDIT VALUE15
MODULE CODEENE2004 MODULE CONVENERDr Jean Paul Kone (Coordinator)
DURATION: TERM 1 2 3
DURATION: WEEKS 10
Number of Students Taking Module (anticipated) 21
DESCRIPTION - summary of the module content

This module is intended to build on the knowledge gained during the first year’s introductory module, CSM1032 Renewable Energy Systems 1 and form a bridge to the third year’s technology specific modules.

Practical elements are included within the module. Following induction in workshop techniques, design and build a small hydro turbine. In addition hands on training with solar energy simulation software is included to enable site feasibility, system design and performance estimates for photovoltaic installations.

A number of local field trips are planned during the module to showcase the technologies studied. This is anticipated to include a visit to a wind turbine installation, a solar farm, a solar test site and DMAC, the marine test facility.

The module can be taken by the non-specialist with a general background in basic physics/ mathematics.

AIMS - intentions of the module

An introductory course introducing concepts of energy and renewable energy sources.

INTENDED LEARNING OUTCOMES (ILOs) (see assessment section below for how ILOs will be assessed)

Programmes that are accredited by the Engineering Council are required to meet Accreditation of Higher Education Programmes (AHEP4) Learning Outcomes (www.engc.org.uk/ahep). The Engineering Council AHEP4 Learning Outcomes taught and assessed on this module are specified by the codes below.

On successful completion of this module you should be able to:

Module Specific Skills and Knowledge

1. understand renewable energy technologies, such as solar, hydro, wind, renewable heat and offshore technologies (B.2)
2. appreciate the socio-economic issues associated with the widespread use of renewable energy (B.7)

Discipline Specific Skills and Knowledge

3. use a computer based solar energy design tool effectively
4. assess the practical limitations of such solutions (B.5)

Personal and Key Transferable / Employment Skills and Knowledge

5. undertake induction to safe use of workshop facilities (B.12)
6. develop research and report writing skills
 

 

SYLLABUS PLAN - summary of the structure and academic content of the module

- Solar Photovoltaics: system design, site characteristics, simulation techniques, site feasibility assessment

- Renewable Heat: range of solutions available, scope and limitations, relative stage of development 

- Field Trips

- Hydropower: turbine types, system design, site assessment, calculations

- Tidal power: range of device designs, site selection, performance estimation

- Wind energy: wind (Weibull etc.), basic aerodynamics, basic turbine technology and small turbines

- Wave energy: Onshore and off-shore wave energy extraction systems, site selection, performance estimation

 

LEARNING AND TEACHING
LEARNING ACTIVITIES AND TEACHING METHODS (given in hours of study time)
Scheduled Learning & Teaching Activities 40 Guided Independent Study 110 Placement / Study Abroad 0
DETAILS OF LEARNING ACTIVITIES AND TEACHING METHODS
Category Hours of study time Description
Scheduled learning and teaching activities 22 Lectures
Scheduled learning and teaching activities 4 Tutorials
Scheduled learning and teaching activities 4 Laboratory Sessions
Scheduled learning and teaching activities 10 Field Trips
Guided independent study 110 Lecture and assessment preparation; wider reading

 

ASSESSMENT
FORMATIVE ASSESSMENT - for feedback and development purposes; does not count towards module grade
Form of Assessment Size of Assessment (e.g. duration/length) ILOs Assessed Feedback Method
Solar design exercise In-class workshop (2 hrs) 3, 4 Verbal
       
       
       
       

 

SUMMATIVE ASSESSMENT (% of credit)
Coursework 50 Written Exams 50 Practical Exams
DETAILS OF SUMMATIVE ASSESSMENT
Form of Assessment % of Credit Size of Assessment (e.g. duration/length) ILOs Assessed Feedback Method
Examination 50 1.5 hours 1, 2 Tutor Meeting
Mini-project 25 Group performance assessment 5, 6 Written group feedback
Research Paper 25 2,000 words equivalent 1, 2, 6 Written individualised feedback on sheet
         

 

DETAILS OF RE-ASSESSMENT (where required by referral or deferral)
Original Form of Assessment Form of Re-assessment ILOs Re-assessed Time Scale for Re-assessment
Mini-project (25%) Mini-project (25%) 5, 6 Aug Ref/Def period
Research Paper (25%) Research Paper (25%) 1, 2, 6 Aug Ref/Def period
Examination Examination (50%) All Aug Ref/Def period

 

RE-ASSESSMENT NOTES
Referred and deferred assignments will mirror the original modes of assessment.
 
RESOURCES
INDICATIVE LEARNING RESOURCES - The following list is offered as an indication of the type & level of
information that you are expected to consult. Further guidance will be provided by the Module Convener

Web based and Electronic Resources:

  1. Mackay, David J.C., Renewable Energy  Without the Hot Air, 2008, UIT, ISBN: 0954452933 PDF available from http://www.withouthotair.com 

All resources are provided online through ELE, including lecture notes, details of assignments and other support material where appropriate

 

Reading list for this module:

Type Author Title Edition Publisher Year ISBN
Set Boyle, G., Everett, B., Ramage, J. Energy Systems and Sustainability OUP 2003 000-0-199-26179-2
Set Boyle, G. Renewable Energy: power for a sustainable future Open University Press 2012 0-199-26179-2
Set Scheer, H. A Solar Manifesto James & James 2004 1 902916 24 7
CREDIT VALUE 15 ECTS VALUE 7.5
PRE-REQUISITE MODULES ENE1001
CO-REQUISITE MODULES
NQF LEVEL (FHEQ) 5 AVAILABLE AS DISTANCE LEARNING No
ORIGIN DATE Saturday 9th March 2024 LAST REVISION DATE Wednesday 16th April 2025
KEY WORDS SEARCH Energy; renewable; resource assessment; technology.

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