This course will introduce both conventional and renewable energy sources. This will include fossil fuel: oil, gas coal, nuclear, wind, wave, solar, thermal and hydropower.
Course Aims:
The aim of this course is to develop a broad understanding of energy resources, engineering technologies for energy conversion and have an appreciation of solutions available to meet the energy demands.
Course outcomes:
Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:
Explain the fundamental limitations of energy conversion.
List and generally explain the main sources of energy and their primary applications.
Describe the challenges and problems associated with the use of various energy sources, including fossil fuels, with regard to future supply and the environment.
Discuss potential solutions to the supply and environmental issues associated with fossil fuels and other energy resources.
List and describe the primary renewable energy resources and technologies.