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Upon successful completion of this module, students will be able to:
(1) Demonstrate knowledge of the historic evolution of energy systems including fossil fuel energy systems;
(2) Discuss the worldwide importance of energy systems, energy use and associated world trends, and factors which influence them. (3) Articulate the knowledge and rationale underpinning sustainable energy systems
(4) Discuss the potential renewable energy systems including the role of biological carbon capture storage to contribute to a sustainable energy future.
(5) Demonstrate knowledge of the fundamentals of renewable energy technologies and systems.
(6) Apply knowledge, understanding and problem solving abilities to perform energy efficiency analyses in broader (or multidisciplinary) contexts.
Definition of sustainable energy systems globally
Role of energy in society
Energy consumption and availability
Energy sustainability metrics
Carbon management and capture
Review of energy technologies - fossil and renewable
Student Effort Type | Hours |
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Lectures | 24 |
Conversation Class | 10 |
Specified Learning Activities | 144 |
Autonomous Student Learning | 48 |
Total | 226 |
Not applicable to this module.
Description | Timing | Component Scale | % of Final Grade | ||
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Examination: End of trimester exam | 2 hour End of Trimester Exam | No | Standard conversion grade scale 40% | Yes | 40 |
Assignment: Carbon sequestration assessment and presentation | Week 12 | n/a | Alternative linear conversion grade scale 40% | Yes | 20 |
Assignment: Interdependence of factors effecting energy use | Week 4 | n/a | Alternative linear conversion grade scale 40% | No | 15 |
Assignment: Case study: Energy efficiency analysis | Week 9 | n/a | Alternative linear conversion grade scale 40% | No | 15 |
Journal: E journal | Varies over the Trimester | n/a | Alternative linear conversion grade scale 40% | No | 10 |
Resit In | Terminal Exam |
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Spring | Yes - 2 Hour |
• Feedback individually to students, post-assessment
• Group/class feedback, post-assessment
Not yet recorded.
Name | Role |
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Dr Tamíris Da Costa | Lecturer / Co-Lecturer |