Wind power
Study plans 2016-2017 - ENE2051 - 7.5 ECTS

On the basis of

• ENE1031 Electrical Energy Systems and District Heating
• ENE1051 Hydro power

Expected learning outcomes

Knowledge:

• The student will acquire a proper understanding of the various aspects of wind energy such as resource, technology, environment and economy.

Skill:

• The student should also apply academic knowledge to practical and theoretical issues

General competence:

• The student should be able to convey key subject matter in written and oral form

Topic(s)

• Wind energy introduction
• Energy and power in wind
• Wind energy resouces
• Wind turbine technology
• Estimation of wind energy
• Efficiency
• Wind energy converting systems
• Wind farm
• Economy and costs
• Installation and maintenance
• Applications
• GIS in relation to data overview for developing new areas

Teaching Methods

Other

Teaching Methods (additional text)

Lectures

Exrecises

Project assignment

Self study

Form(s) of Assessment

Other

Form(s) of Assessment (additional text)

Written exam 4 hours (counts 70 %)

projects assignment (counts 30 %)

Both must be passed

Grading Scale

Alphabetical Scale, A(best) – F (fail)

External/internal examiner

Graded by internal examiners

Re-sit examination

Regular examination of the written exam.
For project: New project at the next scheduled time for the course.

Coursework Requirements

one mandatory assignment for delivery

Teaching Materials

will be announced at the start of the course