Renewable Energy FormsLaajuus (5 cr)
Code: AT00BY82
Credits
5 op
Teaching language
- English
Objective
The student is able to
- describe how different forms of renewable energy are generated and the targets set for their increased use
- regognize the main concepts connected with decentralized energy production and the related targets
- compare the environmental and cost impacts of different forms of energy and to evaluate their suitability for different uses
Enrollment
20.11.2024 - 03.01.2025
Timing
01.01.2025 - 31.07.2025
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
5 op
Mode of delivery
Distance learning
Unit
Faculty of Technology (LAB)
Campus
E-campus
Teaching languages
- English
Seats
0 - 100
Degree programmes
- Bachelor’s Degree Programme in Sustainable Solutions Engineering
Teachers
- Juha Pere
- Jussi Kuusela
Scheduling groups
- Verkkoluento 1 (Size: 0. Open UAS: 0.)
- Avoimen ammattikorkeakoulun kiintiö (Size: 5. Open UAS: 5.)
Groups
-
TLTISSE23SVBachelor’s Degree Programme in Sustainable Solutions Engineering 23SV Lahti
Small groups
- Online lecture 1
- Open UAS quota
Learning outcomes
The student is able to
- describe how different forms of renewable energy are generated and the targets set for their increased use
- regognize the main concepts connected with decentralized energy production and the related targets
- compare the environmental and cost impacts of different forms of energy and to evaluate their suitability for different uses
Implementation and methods of teaching
1. Contact teaching (most likely by Zoom): Active participation in contact lessons, individual and group tasks.
2. Distance studies in the Moodle platform: Set of independent assignments.
Learning material and recommended literature
Lecturers collect the study materials in the Moodle platform.
Alternative completion methods
Compensatory tasks should be agreed with the tutoring teacher.
Learning environment
Contact lessons (most likely by Zoom)
Virtual assignments
Company visits and/or visits of the energy field experts in contact lessons
Contents
The renewable energy course is to provide knowledge of the most important renewable energy resources and the related technologies
- solar energy
- wind energy
- bioenergy
- thermal energy (heat pumps)
Additional information for students: previous knowledge etc.
No prerequisites required.
Assessment criteria
Exam in the Moodle platform
All assignments should be completed
Assessment scale
1-5
Failed (0)
Student does not achieve the requirements for a grade of one.
Participation is not appropriate, assignments are not completed.
Assessment criteria: level 1 (assessment scale 1–5)
Student
- is able to describe the fundamentals and main characteristics of renewable energy sources and their differences compared to fossil fuels
- is able to explain the technological basis of renewable energy sources
- is able to describe the main components of different renewable energy systems
- is able to suggest the best combination of technological solutions to minimize the emission of greenhouse gases and increase the sustainability of the energy system in specific areas/regions
Assessment criteria: level 3 (assessment scale 1–5)
Student
- is able to describe the fundamentals and main characteristics of renewable energy sources and their differences compared to fossil fuels
- is able to explain the technological basis of renewable energy sources
- is able to describe the main components of different renewable energy systems
- is able to suggest the best combination of technological solutions to minimize the emission of greenhouse gases and increase the sustainability of the energy system in specific areas/regions
- is able to assess the renewable energy solutions by basic mathematical calculations
- is able to participate in professional discussion about the topic
Assessment criteria: level 5 (assessment scale 1–5)
Student
- is able to describe the fundamentals and main characteristics of renewable energy sources and their differences compared to fossil fuels
- is able to explain the technological basis of renewable energy sources
- is able to describe the main components of different renewable energy systems
- is able to compare different renewable energy technologies and choose the most appropriate based on local conditions
- is able to suggest the best combination of technological solutions to minimize the emission of greenhouse gases and increase the sustainability of the energy system in specific areas/regions
- is able to assess the renewable energy solutions by basic mathematical calculations
- is able to discuss how to utilize local energy resources (renewable and non-renewable) to achieve the sustainable energy system for local conditions
Enrollment
20.11.2023 - 05.01.2024
Timing
08.01.2024 - 30.04.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
5 op
Mode of delivery
Distance learning
Unit
Faculty of Technology (LAB)
Campus
E-campus, Lahti
Teaching languages
- English
Seats
0 - 50
Degree programmes
- Bachelor’s Degree Programme in Sustainable Solutions Engineering
Teachers
- Juha Pere
- Jussi Kuusela
Scheduling groups
- Verkkoluento 1 (Size: 0. Open UAS: 0.)
Groups
-
TLTISSE22SV
-
TLTIENTEC22KM
Small groups
- Online lecture 1
Learning outcomes
The student is able to
- describe how different forms of renewable energy are generated and the targets set for their increased use
- regognize the main concepts connected with decentralized energy production and the related targets
- compare the environmental and cost impacts of different forms of energy and to evaluate their suitability for different uses
Implementation and methods of teaching
1. Contact teaching (most likely by Zoom): Active participation in contact lessons, individual and group tasks.
2. Distance studies in the Moodle platform: Set of independent assignments.
Learning material and recommended literature
Lecturers collect the study materials in the Moodle platform.
Alternative completion methods
Compensatory tasks should be agreed with the tutoring teacher.
Learning environment
Contact lessons (most likely by Zoom)
Virtual assignments
Company visits and/or visits of the energy field experts in contact lessons
Contents
The renewable energy course is to provide knowledge of the most important renewable energy resources and the related technologies
- solar energy
- wind energy
- bioenergy
- thermal energy (heat pumps)
Additional information for students: previous knowledge etc.
No prerequisites required.
Assessment criteria
Exam in the Moodle platform
All assignments should be completed
Assessment scale
1-5
Failed (0)
Student does not achieve the requirements for a grade of one.
Participation is not appropriate, assignments are not completed.
Assessment criteria: level 1 (assessment scale 1–5)
Student
- is able to describe the fundamentals and main characteristics of renewable energy sources and their differences compared to fossil fuels
- is able to explain the technological basis of renewable energy sources
- is able to describe the main components of different renewable energy systems
- is able to suggest the best combination of technological solutions to minimize the emission of greenhouse gases and increase the sustainability of the energy system in specific areas/regions
Assessment criteria: level 3 (assessment scale 1–5)
Student
- is able to describe the fundamentals and main characteristics of renewable energy sources and their differences compared to fossil fuels
- is able to explain the technological basis of renewable energy sources
- is able to describe the main components of different renewable energy systems
- is able to suggest the best combination of technological solutions to minimize the emission of greenhouse gases and increase the sustainability of the energy system in specific areas/regions
- is able to assess the renewable energy solutions by basic mathematical calculations
- is able to participate in professional discussion about the topic
Assessment criteria: level 5 (assessment scale 1–5)
Student
- is able to describe the fundamentals and main characteristics of renewable energy sources and their differences compared to fossil fuels
- is able to explain the technological basis of renewable energy sources
- is able to describe the main components of different renewable energy systems
- is able to compare different renewable energy technologies and choose the most appropriate based on local conditions
- is able to suggest the best combination of technological solutions to minimize the emission of greenhouse gases and increase the sustainability of the energy system in specific areas/regions
- is able to assess the renewable energy solutions by basic mathematical calculations
- is able to discuss how to utilize local energy resources (renewable and non-renewable) to achieve the sustainable energy system for local conditions
Enrollment
21.11.2022 - 08.01.2023
Timing
01.01.2023 - 31.05.2023
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
5 op
Mode of delivery
Distance learning
Unit
Faculty of Technology (LAB)
Campus
E-campus, Lahti
Teaching languages
- English
Seats
0 - 100
Degree programmes
- Bachelor’s Degree Programme in Sustainable Solutions Engineering
- Bachelor's Degree Programme in Energy and Environmental Engineering (in Finnish), (2014-2021)
Teachers
- Juha Pere
- Jussi Kuusela
Scheduling groups
- Luennot 1 (Size: 0. Open UAS: 0.)
Groups
-
TLTIEYM21S
-
TLTISSE21SV
Small groups
- Lecture 1
Learning outcomes
The student is able to
- describe how different forms of renewable energy are generated and the targets set for their increased use
- regognize the main concepts connected with decentralized energy production and the related targets
- compare the environmental and cost impacts of different forms of energy and to evaluate their suitability for different uses
Implementation and methods of teaching
1. Contact teaching (most likely by Zoom): Active participation in contact lessons, individual and group tasks.
2. Distance studies in the Moodle platform: Set of independent assignments.
Learning material and recommended literature
Lecturers collect the study materials in the Moodle platform.
Alternative completion methods
Compensatory tasks should be agreed with the tutoring teacher.
Learning environment
Contact lessons (most likely by Zoom)
Virtual assignments
Company visits and/or visits of the energy field experts in contact lessons
Contents
The renewable energy course is to provide knowledge of the most important renewable energy resources and the related technologies
- solar energy
- wind energy
- bioenergy
- thermal energy (heat pumps)
Additional information for students: previous knowledge etc.
No prerequisites required.
Assessment criteria
Exam in the Moodle platform
All assignments should be completed
Assessment scale
1-5
Failed (0)
Student does not achieve the requirements for a grade of one.
Participation is not appropriate, assignments are not completed.
Assessment criteria: level 1 (assessment scale 1–5)
Student
- is able to describe the fundamentals and main characteristics of renewable energy sources and their differences compared to fossil fuels
- is able to explain the technological basis of renewable energy sources
- is able to describe the main components of different renewable energy systems
- is able to suggest the best combination of technological solutions to minimize the emission of greenhouse gases and increase the sustainability of the energy system in specific areas/regions
Assessment criteria: level 3 (assessment scale 1–5)
Student
- is able to describe the fundamentals and main characteristics of renewable energy sources and their differences compared to fossil fuels
- is able to explain the technological basis of renewable energy sources
- is able to describe the main components of different renewable energy systems
- is able to suggest the best combination of technological solutions to minimize the emission of greenhouse gases and increase the sustainability of the energy system in specific areas/regions
- is able to assess the renewable energy solutions by basic mathematical calculations
- is able to participate in professional discussion about the topic
Assessment criteria: level 5 (assessment scale 1–5)
Student
- is able to describe the fundamentals and main characteristics of renewable energy sources and their differences compared to fossil fuels
- is able to explain the technological basis of renewable energy sources
- is able to describe the main components of different renewable energy systems
- is able to compare different renewable energy technologies and choose the most appropriate based on local conditions
- is able to suggest the best combination of technological solutions to minimize the emission of greenhouse gases and increase the sustainability of the energy system in specific areas/regions
- is able to assess the renewable energy solutions by basic mathematical calculations
- is able to discuss how to utilize local energy resources (renewable and non-renewable) to achieve the sustainable energy system for local conditions
Enrollment
19.11.2021 - 09.01.2022
Timing
01.01.2022 - 31.07.2022
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
4 op
Mode of delivery
20 % Contact teaching, 80 % Distance learning
Unit
Faculty of Technology (LAB)
Campus
Lahti Campus
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
0 - 70
Degree programmes
- Bachelor's Degree Programme in Energy and Environmental Engineering (in Finnish), (2014-2021)
Teachers
- Juha Pere
- Jussi Kuusela
Scheduling groups
- Toteutuksen opetusryhmä 1 (Size: 0. Open UAS: 0.)
Groups
-
TLTIEYM20S
Small groups
- Group 1
Learning outcomes
The student is able to
- describe how different forms of renewable energy are generated and the targets set for their increased use
- regognize the main concepts connected with decentralized energy production and the related targets
- compare the environmental and cost impacts of different forms of energy and to evaluate their suitability for different uses
Implementation and methods of teaching
1. Teaching via Zoom: Active participation in contact lessons, individual and group tasks.
2. Distance studies in the Moodle platform: Set of independent assignments.
Learning material and recommended literature
Lecturers collect the study materials in the Moodle platform.
Alternative completion methods
Compensatory tasks should be agreed with the tutoring teacher.
Learning environment
Contact lessons
Virtual assignments
Company visits and/or visits of the energy field experts in contact lessons
Contents
The renewable energy course is to provide knowledge of the most important renewable energy resources and the related technologies
- solar energy
- wind energy
- bioenergy
- thermal energy (heat pumps)
Assessment criteria
Exam in the Moodle platform
All assignments should be completed
Assessment scale
1-5
Failed (0)
Student does not achieve the requirements for a grade of one.
Participation is not appropriate, assignments are not completed.
Assessment criteria: level 1 (assessment scale 1–5)
Student
- is able to describe the fundamentals and main characteristics of renewable energy sources and their differences compared to fossil fuels
- is able to explain the technological basis of renewable energy sources
- is able to describe the main components of different renewable energy systems
- is able to suggest the best combination of technological solutions to minimize the emission of greenhouse gases and increase the sustainability of the energy system in specific areas/regions
Assessment criteria: level 3 (assessment scale 1–5)
Student
- is able to describe the fundamentals and main characteristics of renewable energy sources and their differences compared to fossil fuels
- is able to explain the technological basis of renewable energy sources
- is able to describe the main components of different renewable energy systems
- is able to suggest the best combination of technological solutions to minimize the emission of greenhouse gases and increase the sustainability of the energy system in specific areas/regions
- is able to assess the renewable energy solutions by basic mathematical calculations
- is able to participate in professional discussion about the topic
Assessment criteria: level 5 (assessment scale 1–5)
Student
- is able to describe the fundamentals and main characteristics of renewable energy sources and their differences compared to fossil fuels
- is able to explain the technological basis of renewable energy sources
- is able to describe the main components of different renewable energy systems
- is able to compare different renewable energy technologies and choose the most appropriate based on local conditions
- is able to suggest the best combination of technological solutions to minimize the emission of greenhouse gases and increase the sustainability of the energy system in specific areas/regions
- is able to assess the renewable energy solutions by basic mathematical calculations
- is able to discuss how to utilize local energy resources (renewable and non-renewable) to achieve the sustainable energy system for local conditions