ENERGY SYSTEMS ENGINEERING
Bachelor	TR-NQF-HE: Level 6	QF-EHEA: First Cycle	EQF-LLL: Level 6

Course Introduction and Application Information

Course Code	Course Name	Semester	Theoretical	Practical	Credit	ECTS
ESE4207	Alternative&Renewable Energy Systems II	Fall	2	0	2	4

Basic information

Language of instruction:	English
Type of course:	Must Course
Course Level:	Bachelor’s Degree (First Cycle)
Mode of Delivery:	Face to face
Course Coordinator :	Assist. Prof. SEVİM ÖZGÜL
Course Objectives:	By the end of the course, students will have learned the fundamentals of biomass energy, hydrogen energy, and fuel cells. The production and usage of these renewable and alternative energy generation technologies will be covered in detail.

Learning Outcomes

The students who have succeeded in this course;
1. Recall the basic physical and chemical properties of hydrogen
2. Describe different production methods of hydrogen
3. Compare different storage methods of hydrogen
4. Explain the phenomenon of energy production from biofuels
5. Recognize the basics of electrochemistry
6. Calculate the cell potential of an electrochemical system by using Nernst Equation
7. Explain the operation mechanism of fuel cells
8. Summarize the basics of different fuel cell types

Course Content

Energy production from biomass, hydrogen production and storage techniques, fuel cells, and the fundamentals of electrochemistry will be covered. Teaching methods of the course are Lecture, Discussion, Problem Solving and Project Preparation.

Weekly Detailed Course Contents

Week	Subject	Related Preparation
1)	Introduction to Biomass: Chemical characterization, and classification	Biomass to Renewable Energy Processes, Second Edition, Cheng, J., Taylor & Francis, 2018. Chapter 1, 2, and 3.
2)	Conversion Technologies: Thermo-chemical conversion of biomass	Biomass to Renewable Energy Processes, Second Edition, Cheng, J., Taylor & Francis, 2018. Chapter 10.
3)	Conversion Technologies: Physicochemical Conversion of Biomass	Biomass to Renewable Energy Processes, Second Edition, Cheng, J., Taylor & Francis, 2018. Chapter 9.
4)	Conversion Technologies: Biochemical Conversion of Biomass	Biomass to Renewable Energy Processes, Second Edition, Cheng, J., Taylor & Francis, 2018. Chapter 5-8.
5)	Hydrogen as an Energy Source: Physical and chemical properties of hydrogen	Fuel Cells and Hydrogen Production: A Volume in the Encyclopedia of Sustainability Science and Technology, Lipman, T.E., Weber, A.Z. (Editors), Second Edition, Springer, 2018. Part II.
6)	Production of Hydrogen: Different chemical methods of producing hydrogen (from conventional and renewable sources)	Fuel Cells and Hydrogen Production: A Volume in the Encyclopedia of Sustainability Science and Technology, Lipman, T.E., Weber, A.Z. (Editors), Second Edition, Springer, 2018. Part II.
7)	Production of Hydrogen: Different chemical methods of producing hydrogen (from conventional and renewable sources)	Fuel Cells and Hydrogen Production: A Volume in the Encyclopedia of Sustainability Science and Technology, Lipman, T.E., Weber, A.Z. (Editors), Second Edition, Springer, 2018. Part II.
8)	Midterm Exam
9)	Storage, transportation and utilization of hydrogen	Fuel Cells and Hydrogen Production: A Volume in the Encyclopedia of Sustainability Science and Technology, Lipman, T.E., Weber, A.Z. (Editors), Second Edition, Springer, 2018. Part II.
10)	Fuel Cells: Electrochemistry of fuel cells, fuel cell components	Fuel Cells and Hydrogen Production: A Volume in the Encyclopedia of Sustainability Science and Technology, Lipman, T.E., Weber, A.Z. (Editors), Second Edition, Springer, 2018. Part I.
11)	Types of Fuel Cells: Phosphoric Acid Fuel Cells, Proton-Exchange Membrane Fuel Cells, Molten Carbonate Fuel Cells, Alkaline Fuel Cells, Direct Methanol Fuel Cells, Solid Oxide Fuel Cells	Fuel Cells and Hydrogen Production: A Volume in the Encyclopedia of Sustainability Science and Technology, Lipman, T.E., Weber, A.Z. (Editors), Second Edition, Springer, 2018. Part I.
12)	Types of Fuel Cells: Phosphoric Acid Fuel Cells, Proton-Exchange Membrane Fuel Cells, Molten Carbonate Fuel Cells, Alkaline Fuel Cells, Direct Methanol Fuel Cells, Solid Oxide Fuel Cells	Fuel Cells and Hydrogen Production: A Volume in the Encyclopedia of Sustainability Science and Technology, Lipman, T.E., Weber, A.Z. (Editors), Second Edition, Springer, 2018. Chapter I.
13)	Fuel Cells: Effects of operation parameters (temperature, pressure, reactant concentration, catalyst loading, etc.) on fuel cell performance	Fuel Cells and Hydrogen Production: A Volume in the Encyclopedia of Sustainability Science and Technology, Lipman, T.E., Weber, A.Z. (Editors), Second Edition, Springer, 2018. Part I.
14)	Project presentation
15)	Project presentation

Sources

Course Notes / Textbooks:

Lecture notes will be provided.
[1] Biomass to Renewable Energy Processes, Second Edition, Cheng, J., Taylor & Francis, 2018, ISBN 9781498778794
[2] Circular Economy and Sustainability: Volume 1: Management and Policy, Alexandros Stefanakis (editor), Ioannis Nikolaou (editor), Elsevier, Year: 2021, ISBN: 0128198176,9780128198179
[3] Fuel Cells and Hydrogen Production: A Volume in the Encyclopedia of Sustainability Science and Technology, Lipman, T.E., Weber, A.Z. (Editors), Second Edition, Springer, 2018, ISBN 978-1-4939-7788-8, https://doi.org/10.1007/978-1-4939-7789-5

References:

Evaluation System

Semester Requirements	Number of Activities	Level of Contribution
Project	1	% 20
Midterms	1	% 30
Final	1	% 50
Total		% 100
PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK		% 30
PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK		% 70
Total		% 100

ECTS / Workload Table

Activities	Number of Activities	Duration (Hours)	Workload
Course Hours	14	2	28
Study Hours Out of Class	15	4	60
Quizzes	2	1	2
Midterms	1	2	2
Final	1	2	2
Total Workload			94

Contribution of Learning Outcomes to Programme Outcomes

No Effect	1 Lowest	2 Low	3 Average	4 High	5 Highest

	Program Outcomes	Level of Contribution
1)	Adequate knowledge in mathematics and science.
2)	Adequate knowledge in subjects specific to Energy Systems Engineering.	5
3)	Ability to apply theoretical and practical knowledge in Energy Systems Engineering to complex engineering problems.
4)	Ability to identify, define, and formulate complex engineering problems.
5)	Ability to select and apply appropriate analysis and modeling methods for solving complex engineering problems.
6)	Ability to design a complex system, process, device, or product under realistic constraints and conditions to meet specific requirements; ability to apply modern design methods for this purpose.
7)	Ability to develop, select, and use modern techniques and tools necessary for the analysis and solution of complex problems encountered in Energy Systems Engineering applications.
8)	Ability to use information technologies effectively.
9)	Ability to design experiments for investigating complex engineering problems or Energy Systems Engineering research topics.
10)	Ability to conduct experiments, collect data, analyze, and interpret results for investigating complex engineering problems or Energy Systems Engineering research topics.
11)	Ability to work effectively in intra-disciplinary teams.
12)	Ability to work effectively in multi-disciplinary teams.
13)	Ability to work individually.	5
14)	Ability to communicate effectively in oral and written forms.
15)	Knowledge of at least one foreign language.
16)	Ability to write effective reports and understand written reports, and to prepare design and production reports.	5
17)	Ability to make effective presentations, and to give and receive clear and understandable instructions.
18)	Awareness of the necessity of life-long learning.
19)	Ability to access information, follow developments in science and technology, and continuously renew oneself.	5
20)	Possession of professional and ethical responsibility and the ability to act in accordance with ethical principles.
21)	Knowledge of standards used in engineering applications.
22)	Knowledge of business practices such as project management, risk management, and change management.
23)	Awareness of entrepreneurship and innovation.
24)	Knowledge of sustainable development.
25)	Knowledge of the effects of engineering applications on health, environment, and safety in universal and social dimensions; and problems of the era reflected in the field of engineering.
26)	Awareness of the legal consequences of engineering solutions.