Principles of Energy Technology
| Structure Type: | Study unit |
|---|---|
| Code: | IST6001 |
| Type: | Compulsory / Basic Studies |
| Curriculum: | ST 2018 |
| Level: | Bachelor of Engineering |
| Year of Study: | 3 (2020-2021) |
| Semester: | Autumn |
| Credits: | 2 cr |
| Responsible Teacher: | Ojanen, Jussi |
| Language of Instruction: | Finnish |
Courses During the Academic Year 2020-2021
| Impl. | Group(s) | Study Time | Teacher(s) | Language | Enrolment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3001 | ST2018-3, ST2018-3A, ST2018-3B, ST2018-3C, ST2018-3D | 2020-08-24 – 2020-10-18 | Seppo Mäkinen | Finnish | 2020-08-17 – 2020-09-11 |
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Learning Outcomes
After the course, the student knows the quantities and concepts of energy technology. (S)he understands the physical principles and practical restrictions of various energy production methods. The student is able to solve problems related with energy technology. In the laboratory of Physics, the student becomes familiar with equipment and measurements related with energy technology.
Student's Workload
The total amount of student's work is 54 h, which contains 28 h of contact studies.
Prerequisites / Recommended Optional Courses
Mechanics 1
Contents
Thermal energy, heat transfer (U-value, E-value, basics of heat exchangers, the equilibrium of temperature), basics of thermodynamics (laws of thermodynamics, processes of ideal gas), most important thermodynamic cycles (Carnot, Otto and Rankine cycles, heat pumps), different types of power plants, nuclear energy, wind energy and principles of solar energy.
Recommended or Required Reading and Other Learning Resources/Tools
Pentti Inkinen, Jukka Tuohi: "Momentti 1, Insinöörifysiikka", Otava. Pentti Inkinen, Reijo Manninen, Jukka Tuohi: "Momentti 2, Insinöörifysiikka", Otava.
Mode of Delivery / Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods
The relevant theories of physics, together with associated problems and applications, are studied on a course of lectures. In addition, the student will individually solve a number of given homework exercises. Students will also take part in laboratory measurements. The measurements are done in groups of 3 students.
Assessment Criteria
Grade 5: The student is able to apply creatively the contents of the course.
Grade 3: The student is well-abled to utilize the course contents.
Grade 1: The student knows those subjects of the course, which are necessary for the forthcoming studies and working life.
Assessment Methods
The assessment is based on an examination (80%), homework exercises and laboratory work (20%). A student must solve at least 25 % of the given homework exercises, and (s)he must complete all the associated experiments in the laboratory of Physics, as well as write two reports on the measurements.
Further Information
Responsible organization: VAMK