Renewable Energy (5 cr)

Objectives (course unit)

After completing this course student has basic knowledge on different renewable energy production methods and sources of renewable energy. Different energy production methods and types of renewable energy are introduced to that extent that student is able to evaluate and assess their feasibility in dfferent situations.

Content (course unit)

Renewable energy production technologies and implementations, processes, economy and potential

Prerequisites (course unit)

The course is not recommended for first or second year students. Before taking this course, you should have completed all of your basic studies, especially the basic studies in mathematics, physics and chemistry. In addition, it is recommended that you have completed a basic course in environmental technology, for example 5E00BF93 Basic in Environmental Technology and Management or similar.

Location and time

The lecture times and locations are in "Lukkarikone" available at: https://lukkarit.tamk.fi/. Please note, this is the official place to find updated schedules. Changes in the schedule are tried to be avoided, but sometimes they are possible.

Exam schedules

The exam of the course will be carried out in the end of the course. The exact day will be agreed during the end section of the course.

Evaluation methods and criteria

Returned assignments
Activity during the lectures and group works
Portfolio

Assessment scale

0-5

Teaching methods

The energy course is a lecture series given by several teachers representing different fields. Teaching methods include: lectures, assignments, discussions, pair/group seminars and portfolio.

Learning materials

All course materials are informed in the course's Tabula page. The study materials include books, articles, and internet sources. The course will be lectured by different teachers who will also distribute their own materials during the lectures.
Below you find a list of recommended readings:
IEA. 2016. World Energy Outlook 2016. Executive summary.
OECD/IEA & FAO. 2017. How2Guide for Bioenergy. Roadmap Development and Implementation. IEA Publications.

Student workload

Contact lessons in this course some 40+hours. Additional seminar work with own group 15-20 hours and one excursion, which takes app. one working day.

Completion alternatives

There are no alternative ways to complete this course. Participation to the lectures is strongly recommended. In the case of seminars and discussions, participation is mandatory. Active participation in group works is mandatory in order to pass the course.

Practical training and working life cooperation

Case studies from working life and possibly a visiting lecture from a company.

International connections

This course is a very good possibility to build up international connections with other participants from different countries and from multicultural backgrounds.

Assessment criteria - satisfactory (1-2) (Not in use, Look at the Assessment criteria above)

Motivation to participate in the lectures and assignments is normal. All assignments are returned and done as instructed. Achieved competence is sufficient, but narrow. Knowledge and understanding of the core concepts introduced during the course. Basic theoretical knowledge and understanding in using renewable energy and basic processes.

Assessment criteria - good (3-4) (Not in use, Look at the Assessment criteria above)

Motivation to participate in the lectures and assignments is good, some absences are possible. Achieved competence is structured and applied. Fluent knowledge and understanding of the core concepts and phenomena introduced during the course. Sufficient skills and theoretical knowledge of the basic processes and types of renewable energy. Motivation and interest towards the subject expressed clearly. All assignments have been done carefully and as instructed, and they have been returned by the end of the course.

Assessment criteria - excellent (5) (Not in use, Look at the Assessment criteria above)

Motivation to participate in the lectures and assignments is good. Active participation in the assignments. Achieved competence is wide, creative and developing. Fluent knowledge and understanding of the core concepts and phenomena introduced during the course. In addition, ability to apply the knowledge in new situations. Sufficient skills and understanding the introduced topics. Fluent theoretical knowledge and understanding of the core concepts and phenomena introduced during the course. All assignments have been done carefully and as instructed, and they have been returned by their deadlines.