Recommended prerequisite for participation in
the module
The module is based on knowledge achieved in the project module
Control of energy conversion systems or similar.
Content, progress and pedagogy of the
module
Learning objectives
Knowledge
- Have knowledge about mode of operation of thermal machines and
systems
- Have knowledge about methods for design of thermal energy
systems
- Have knowledge about interaction of components included in
thermal machines and energy systems
- Be able to comprehend scientific methods and theories compared
to the semester theme and identify different problem types
- Be able to set up a business case for thermal machines and
systems
Skills
- Be able to develop and apply stationary models of thermal
systems in full load and partial load
- Have fundamental skills in design of optimal system
configurations and determination of operation parameters for
thermal systems
- Be able to analyse achieved results from simulations and
laboratory work, if any, and collect them to form an overall
impression of the system performance
- Be able to understand business principles and to make a
cost-benefit analysis of the thermal machines or systems
Competences
- Have achieved an ability to convert academic competences and
skills of thermal systems for processing a practical problem, and
be able to process such a problem and put this into perspective in
relation to the surrounding society
- Have achieved an ability to enter into a technical and
interdisciplinary cooperation in respect to thermal systems
- Be able to evaluate the basic economic conditions for the
development and commissioning of systems or devices
Type of instruction
Problem based and project organised work in groups. Some
lectures are given in business principles and cost benefit analysis
to support the objectives in this area.
Extent and expected workload
Since it is a 15 ECTS project work, the work load is expected to
be 450 hours for the student.
Exam
Exams
Name of exam | Design of Thermal Systems |
Type of exam | Oral exam based on a project
Oral examination with external adjudicator based on a presentation
seminar and project report. |
ECTS | 15 |
Assessment | 7-point grading scale |
Type of grading | External examination |
Criteria of assessment | The criteria of assessment are stated in the Examination
Policies and Procedures |