| ENERGY SYSTEMS ENGINEERING | |||||
| Bachelor | TR-NQF-HE: Level 6 | QF-EHEA: First Cycle | EQF-LLL: Level 6 | ||
| Course Code | Course Name | Semester | Theoretical | Practical | Credit | ECTS |
| ESE4207 | Alternative&Renewable Energy Systems II | Fall | 2 | 0 | 2 | 4 |
| 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. |
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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 |
| 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. |
| 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) | Sustainability, Circular Economy and Biomass | Circular Economy and Sustainability: Volume 1: Management and Policy, Alexandros Stefanakis (editor), Ioannis Nikolaou (editor), Elsevier, Year: 2021. Chapter 4 and 9. |
| 6) | 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. |
| 7) | Midterm Exam | |
| 8) | Production of Hydrogen: Different chemical methods of producing hydrogen (from conventional 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. |
| 9) | Production of Hydrogen: Different chemical methods of producing hydrogen (from 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. |
| 10) | 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. |
| 11) | 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. |
| 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. Part 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) | Preparation for the final exam |
| 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: |
| Semester Requirements | Number of Activities | Level of Contribution |
| Homework Assignments | 3 | % 30 |
| Midterms | 1 | % 20 |
| Final | 1 | % 50 |
| Total | % 100 | |
| PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK | % 50 | |
| PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK | % 50 | |
| Total | % 100 | |
| 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 | ||
| No Effect | 1 Lowest | 2 Low | 3 Average | 4 High | 5 Highest |
| Program Outcomes | Level of Contribution | |
| 1) | Build up a body of knowledge in mathematics, science and Energy Systems Engineering subjects; use theoretical and applied information in these areas to model and solve complex engineering problems. | 3 |
| 2) | Ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex Energy Systems Engineering problems; select and apply proper modeling and analysis methods for this purpose. | 3 |
| 3) | Ability to design complex Energy systems, processes, devices or products under realistic constraints and conditions, in such a way as to meet the desired result; apply modern design methods for this purpose. | |
| 4) | Ability to devise, select, and use modern techniques and tools needed for solving complex problems in Energy Systems Engineering practice; employ information technologies effectively. | |
| 5) | Ability to design and conduct numerical or pysical experiments, collect data, analyze and interpret results for investigating the complex problems specific to Energy Systems Engineering. | |
| 6) | Ability to cooperate efficiently in intra-disciplinary and multi-disciplinary teams; and show self-reliance when working on Energy Systems-related problems | 4 |
| 7) | Ability to communicate effectively in English and Turkish (if he/she is a Turkish citizen), both orally and in writing. Write and understand reports, prepare design and production reports, deliver effective presentations, give and receive clear and understandable instructions. | 4 |
| 8) | Recognize the need for life-long learning; show ability to access information, to follow developments in science and technology, and to continuously educate oneself. | 3 |
| 9) | Develop an awareness of professional and ethical responsibility, and behave accordingly. Be informed about the standards used in Energy Systems Engineering applications. | |
| 10) | Learn about business life practices such as project management, risk management, and change management; develop an awareness of entrepreneurship, innovation, and sustainable development. | |
| 11) | Acquire knowledge about the effects of practices of Energys Systems Engineering on health, environment, security in universal and social scope, and the contemporary problems of Energys Systems engineering; is aware of the legal consequences of Energys Systems engineering solutions. |