Content, progress and pedagogy of 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 Fluids and Process Systems or similar.

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 using digital platforms

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 including e-learning activities.

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