Prerequisite/Recommended prerequisite for participation in the module

The module is based on knowledge achieved when studying the 2nd semester on the Master of Science in Energy Engineering with a thermal specialisation or Master of Science in Sustainable Energy Engineering with specialisation in Process Engineering and Combustion Technology or similar.

Content, progress and pedagogy of the module

Learning objectives

Knowledge

• Biomass resource quantification
• Thermo-chemical and bio-chemical conversion pathways
• Biorefinery concepts

Skills

• Be able to assess suitable conversion routes for specific biomasses
• Be able to carry out chemical analysis of fuels to assess their properties
• Be able to analyse and evaluate processes of biomass conversion to fuel or energy
• Be able to evaluate the sustainability of biofuels from different biomass resources using a life cycle perspective with focus on greenhouse gas emissions
• Be able to apply process modelling methods to biorefinery concepts

Competences

• Independently be able to assess biomass resources dedicated for bioenergy production and to design systems of biomass conversion, i.e. biorefineries
• Independently be able to design and analyse production processes for converting biomass resource into biofuel

Type of instruction

The course is taught by a mixture of lectures, lab. exercises and self-studies.

Extent and expected workload

Since it is a 5 ECTS course module, the work load is expected to be 150 hours for the student.

Exam

Exams

Name of exam	Biomass Conversion and Biofuels
Type of exam	Oral examination and exercises
ECTS	5
Permitted aids	With certain aids, see list below Unless otherwise stated in the course description in Moodle, it is permitted to bring all kinds of (engineering) aids including books, notes and advanced calculators. If the student brings a computer, it is not permitted to have access to the Internet and the teaching materials from Moodle must therefore be down loaded in advance on the computer. It is emphasized that no form of electronic communication must take place.
Assessment	7-point grading scale
Type of grading	Internal examination
Criteria of assessment	As stated in the Joint Programme Regulations. http:/​/​www.engineering.aau.dk/​uddannelse/​studieadministration/​

Additional information

Examination format

Oral examination based on a delivered mini-project/test report (individual or made in groups with max. 2 persons).