Construction of Energy Facilities
| Structure Type: | Study unit |
|---|---|
| Code: | IEYS0201 |
| Type: | Optional obligatory / Professional Studies |
| Curriculum: | ET 2016 / 2017 / 2018 / 2019 / 2020 / 2021 / 2022 / 2023 / 2024 EY 2014 / 2015 / 2016EE YT 2016 / 2017 |
| Level: | Bachelor of Engineering |
| Year of Study: | 1 / 3 / 4 (2016-2017 / 2017-2018 / 2018-2019 / 2019-2020 / 2021-2022 / 2022-2023 / 2023-2024 / 2024-2025 / 2025-2026 / 2026-2027 / 2027-2028) |
| Credits: | 5 cr |
| Responsible Teacher: | Niemelä, Riitta |
| Language of Instruction: | English |
Courses
| Impl. | Group(s) | Study Time | Teacher(s) | Language | Enrolment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | I-EY-3N, I-KT-4N, I-MX-4N | 2016-09-01 – 2016-12-31 | Jukka Hautala | English | 2016-08-22 – 2016-09-19 |
| 2 | I-EY-3N, I-MX-4N | 2017-09-01 – 2017-12-22 | Marja Naaranoja | English | 2017-08-23 – 2017-09-18 |
| 3 | I-ET-3N, I-YT-3N | 2018-10-22 – 2019-03-08 | Marja Naaranoja | English | 2018-08-20 – 2018-09-17 |
| 4 | I-ET-3N, I-YT-3N | 2019-09-02 – 2019-12-20 | Marja Naaranoja | English | 2019-08-19 – 2019-09-09 |
| 3001 | ET2018-4A | 2021-08-01 – 2021-12-31 | Jukka Hautala | English | 2021-08-01 – 2021-09-06 |
| 3003 | ET2020-4A, ET2020-4B | 2023-08-29 – 2023-12-17 | Shekhar Satpute | English | 2023-08-01 – 2023-09-06 |
| 3004 | ET2021-4A, ET2021V-4, MX2024-1 | 2024-09-03 – 2024-12-15 | Shekhar Satpute | English | 2024-08-01 – 2024-09-06 |
| 3005 | ET2022-A, MX2025 | 2025-09-02 – 2025-12-19 | Shekhar Satpute | English | 2025-08-01 – 2025-09-06 |
The descriptions shown below are for the academic year: 2025-2026
Learning Outcomes
By the end of the course, students should be able to:
• Recognise the key stages in energy facility project planning.
• Identify criteria for site and technology selection.
• Understand basic principles of plant layout and design.
• Describe environmental and safety considerations.
• Participate in discussions based on case examples.
Student's Workload
Total workload 135 h
- of which scheduled studies: 70 h
- of which independent studies: 65 h
The assessment of student’s own learning 1 h is included in contact lessons.
Prerequisites / Recommended Optional Courses
Student must have completed the General basic studies as well as the Basic professional study module courses such as Renewable Energy, Electrical Systems, Process Engineering, and Components of Energy Facility.
Contents
This advanced course introduces the planning and construction principles of energy-producing facilities. Students will learn about key project stages, site and technology selection, plant layout basics, and environmental considerations. The course includes conventional and renewable energy systems, such as thermal, nuclear, biomass, wind, and solar power plants. Case studies and real-world examples will support learning.
Recommended or Required Reading and Other Learning Resources/Tools
Materials provided by the lecturer.
Mode of Delivery / Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods
Lectures, case studies and course work.
Assessment Criteria
Grade 1: The student knows those subjects of the course, which are necessary for the forthcoming studies and working life.
Grade 3: The student is well-abled to utilize the course contents.
Grade 5: The student is able to apply creatively the contents of the course.
Assessment Methods
Classroom exercises, Moodle tests, Assignments and Exams.