Last modified: 25 Mar 2016 11:38
This course is to provide an understanding of the physical principles, technologies and systems associated with renewable energy generation from wind, marine and hydro sources. To provide an understanding of the position of these sources of energy in the current and future global energy requirements and the technical challenges in meeting the future energy demand.
| Study Type | Postgraduate | Level | 5 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Term | Second Term | Credit Points | 15 credits (7.5 ECTS credits) |
| Campus | None. | Sustained Study | No |
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This course examines the renewable energy industries involving wind, hydro and marine (tidal and wave) including resources, physical principles, technologies, environmental considerations and impact, integration into the grid, commercial development, and future challenges facing the industries.
Information on contact teaching time is available from the course guide.
1st attempt: Three hour written examination (70%); plus continuous assessment (30%).
Resit: The re-sit will comprise of re-doing the failed element/s (exam and/or
coursework assessment/s) from the 1st attempt with a maximum CGS
mark of D3. The marks for other elements (successfully passed) will be
carried over. Resit mark of either RP or RF will be recorded.
There are no assessments for this course.
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