Module Details |
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| Title | ENERGY AND THE ENVIRONMENT | ||
| Code | MECH433 | ||
| Coordinator |
Prof KR Whittle Mechanical, Materials & Aerospace Eng Karl.Whittle@liverpool.ac.uk |
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| Year | CATS Level | Semester | CATS Value |
| Session 2019-20 | Level 7 FHEQ | Second Semester | 15 |
Aims |
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To give students an understanding of the advantages and disadvantages of alternative and conventional energy generation methods. To develop detailed knowledge of wind, solar energy capture and nuclear energy. To develop skills in quantitative analysis of energy generation methods. To develop skills in dealing with complex problems in a systematic manner. To develop ability in independent learning. |
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Learning Outcomes |
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(LO1) On successful completion of the module, students should be able to demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the energy sources, the concept of sustainability, the way energy is generated or harvested and their impact to the natural environment. |
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(LO2) On successful completion of the module, students should be able to demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the basic theory of wind energy, solar energy and nuclear energy. |
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(LO3) On successful completion of the module, students should be able to demonstrate ability in using simple theory to estimate the energy production and associated costs. |
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(LO4) On successful completion of the module, students should be able to demonstrate ability in using simple economic model to estimate the viability of the energy scheme and sustainability issues. |
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(S1) Problem formulation and analysis |
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(S2) Using analytical methods taught in the module, dealing with complex issues in a systematic manner |
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(S3) Applying analytical methods to wind, solar power and nuclear energy generation problems; decision making in complex and unpredictable situations |
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(S4) Understanding of alternative energy generation methods. Impact of conventional energy generation methods on the environment; quantitative analysis techniques for energy generation methods |
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Syllabus |
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1 Introduction and Overview of Module, Economics of Energy Generation 2 Off-Shore Generation 3 Wind Generation 4 Solar / Bio Energy 5 Nuclear Generation 6 Delivery, Efficiency and End Use |
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Teaching and Learning Strategies |
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Teaching Method 1 - Lecture Teaching Method 2 - Tutorial |
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Teaching Schedule |
| Lectures | Seminars | Tutorials | Lab Practicals | Fieldwork Placement | Other | TOTAL | |
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12 |
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| Timetable (if known) | |||||||
| Private Study | 134 | ||||||
| TOTAL HOURS | 150 | ||||||
Assessment |
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| EXAM | Duration | Timing (Semester) |
% of final mark |
Resit/resubmission opportunity |
Penalty for late submission |
Notes |
| CONTINUOUS | Duration | Timing (Semester) |
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Resit/resubmission opportunity |
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Notes |
| Outline of Case Study Topic and Why it Was Chosen There is a resit opportunity. Standard UoL penalty applies for late submission. This is not an anonymous assessment. Assessment Schedule (When | 33 | |||||
| Case Study on Specific Topic There is a resit opportunity. Standard UoL penalty applies for late submission. This is not an anonymous assessment. Assessment Schedule (When) :2 | 3 hours | 67 | ||||
Recommended Texts |
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