Combustion and Fuels
| Structure Type: | Study unit |
|---|---|
| Code: | IYTA0312 |
| Type: | Compulsory / Professional Studies |
| Curriculum: | ET 2016 / YT 2016 |
| Level: | Bachelor of Engineering |
| Year of Study: | 2 (2017-2018) |
| Credits: | 3 cr |
| Responsible Teacher: | Niemelä, Riitta |
Courses During the Academic Year 2017-2018
| Impl. | Group(s) | Study Time | Teacher(s) | Language | Enrolment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | I-EY-2N | 2018-01-08 – 2018-04-27 | Pekka Stén | Finnish | 2017-12-11 – 2018-01-15 |
Learning Outcomes
The student is familiar with the most common fuels in Finland, their use and inportance for the Finnish energy supply. The student knows their production and main properties and is able to analyse the environmental effects from alternative fuels. The students is familiar with the basic combustion processes.
Student's Workload
Total work load 81 h, of whoch scheduled studies 42 h and autonomous studies 39 h.
The assessment of student’s own learning 1 h is included in contact lessons.
Prerequisites / Recommended Optional Courses
Chemistry in Technology
Contents
Main fuels used in Finland, their production and properties in regard to combustion and the formation of emissions. The importance of the main fuels (oil, coal, black liquor, natural gas, wood chips, peat, waste) for the energy supply and national economy. Combustion reactions, related calculations and thermodynamics of combustion.
Recommended or Required Reading and Other Learning Resources/Tools
Antila, Karppinen, Leskelä, Mölsä, Pohjakallio: Tekniikan kemia, Edita 2008, chapters 7, 8, 12, and materials provided by the lecturer.
Mode of Delivery / Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods
Lectures and demonstrations, homework
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
Exam