Bioenergy Systems
| Structure Type: | Study unit |
|---|---|
| Code: | IE00BM48 |
| Curriculum: | EY 2025V |
| Level: | Bachelor of Engineering |
| Year of Study: | 3 (2027-2028) |
| Semester: | Autumn |
| Credits: | 5 cr |
| Responsible Teacher: | Songok, Joel |
| Language of Instruction: | English |
Learning Outcomes
Course Description:
Climate change, energy demand and energy independence are key drives to seek alternative renewable fuel to fossil fuel. Biomass and by extension bioenergy has the potential to contribute immensely to the global climate challenges, national energy independence and self-sufficiency at regional or local level. This course will cover how to process biomass into energy and products, covering topics like thermomechanical, chemical and biological transformation of biomass to energy, environmental, legislative and economical aspects.
Students will learn about characterizing biomass, using technologies like combustion, pyrolysis, gasification, biodiesel production and anaerobic digestion, and designing systems for bioheat, biopower, biofuel, and biogas. Students learn to design systems for converting biomass. The course emphasizes practical skills, such as performing engineering calculations and analyzing the economic and environmental viability of bioenergy projects, ensuring students can design efficient and sustainable energy systems.
Learning Outcomes
Students will:
- Describe bioenergy operations, including biofuels.
- Develop balances for unit operations in bioenergy systems.
- Design processes for transforming biomass into energy.
Student's Workload
135 hours including contact teaching and self-studies.
Prerequisites / Recommended Optional Courses
Basic professional studies in Combustion and fuels, Air pollution control engineering
Contents
- Biomass characterization
- Combustion
- Pyrolysis
- Gasification
- Biodiesel production
- Anaerobic digestion
Mode of Delivery / Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods
Contact lectures and laboratory work
Assessment Criteria
Grade 1 (Pass) 2: Basic understanding of course concepts relevant for future studies and work.
Grade 3 (Good Pass) 4: Strong ability to apply course material effectively.
Grade 5 (Excellent Pass): Excellent creativity in applying course concepts.
Assessment Methods
Course assignments, exams and project work.