Course syllabus for Renewable power generation and electric transportation

Course syllabus adopted 2025-02-14 by Head of Programme (or corresponding).

Overview

  • Swedish nameFörnyelsebar elproduktion och eltransporter
  • CodeDAT461
  • Credits3.5 Credits
  • OwnerFRIST
  • Education cycleFirst-cycle
  • Main field of studyElectrical Engineering
  • DepartmentELECTRICAL ENGINEERING
  • GradingUG - Pass, Fail

Course round 1

  • Teaching language English
  • Application code 99124
  • Maximum participants100
  • Minimum participants25
  • Open for exchange studentsNo

Credit distribution

0124 Written and oral assignments 3.5 c
Grading: UG		 3.5 c

In programmes

Examiner

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Eligibility

General entry requirements for bachelor's level studies

Specific entry requirements

English 6

Course specific prerequisites

Recommended to have basic knowledge in Microsoft Excel.

Aim

The course aims to provide students with the basics and latest developments in Swedish power system, including wind, solar, hydro, and wave power. It also explores the latest in electric transportation, emphasizing both theoretical knowledge and practical aspects, such as electric vehicle operation and charging. Students will learn about the integration and interaction of various energy sources and emerging technologies within the power grid.

Learning outcomes (after completion of the course the student should be able to)

Knowledge and Understanding:

  • Analyze and explain the reasons driving the shift towards renewable energy and transport electrification.
  • Compare and evaluate the characteristics and efficiency of various renewable energy sources and electric vehicles.
Skills and Abilities:
  • Analyze issues in renewable energy generation and in electric vehicles.
  • Conduct calculations related to energy generation and consumption for vehicles.
  • Evaluate and choose of sustainable solutions for power production and transportation.
  • Critically assess and communicate key concepts in sustainable energy and transport based on literature review and presentations.

Judgment and Professional Integrity:

  • Analyze and assess the ethical, societal, and scientific implications of technology in various contexts.
  • Evaluate and justify the role of technology and human responsibility in its use, considering social, economic, and environmental aspects.
  • Pursue further self-directed studies and contribute to research and development.

Content

This course explores the increasing global demand for sustainable energy, emphasizing renewable power generation from wind, solar, and hydropower. It delves into the functionality of electric systems, including batteries, and the interactions between energy sources and the power grid. Students will engage in five mandatory projects: analyzing Sweden's electric power system using real production data, assessing wind turbine performance and annual electricity generation, designing rooftop solar installations and evaluating their cost-effectiveness, examining energy consumption and charging needs for electric vehicles, and investigating hydropower production in relation to water flow and drop height. These projects combine Excel-based simulations and structured reporting, providing a practical application of theoretical concepts.

Organisation

The course includes 5 compulsory project assignments, two mandatory one-to-one oral sessions for project reporting, and a final reflection report. 
It also features 7 scheduled online lectures (1 hour each) to summarize key topics with opportunities for questions and discussion, as well as 6 scheduled online tutorial sessions focused on project support. Additionally, students have access to 20 lessons (45 minutes each) for self-study.

Literature

Lecture material and suggestions on in-depth literature

Examination including compulsory elements

Grades: Fail or pass. 5 assignments evaluated through 2 oral one-to-one presentations and a final report.

The course examiner may assess individual students in other ways than what is stated above if there are special reasons for doing so, for example if a student has a decision from Chalmers about disability study support.