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Core Module Information
Module title: Renewable Energy and Sustainability
SCQF level: 09:
SCQF credit value: 20.00
ECTS credit value: 10
Module code: MEC09117
Module leader: Carolina Costa Pereira
School School of Computing, Engineering and the Built Environment
Subject area group: Engineering and Mathematics
Prerequisites

Requisites: Pre-requisite: Mechanics and thermofluids equivalent to SCQF level 8 or foundational understanding of thermodynamics AND Pre-requisite: [Module MEC08120] Thermofluids
Description of module content:

This module offers a comprehensive exploration of renewable energy, focusing on both system design and sustainability analysis. Students will learn to evaluate renewable resource data (solar, wind) and design or select appropriate renewable energy systems, including wind turbines, solar heating, wave and tidal power, solar power systems, biomass systems, and hydro turbines. In addition to renewable energy systems, the module explores building thermal load analysis and carbon footprint assessment, offering a complete understanding of sustainable energy solutions.
Learning Outcomes for module:

Upon completion of this module you will be able to

LO1: Analyse renewable energy resources data.

LO2: Specify the design of renewable energy systems and their ranges of application.

LO3: Demonstrate an understanding of key factors that influence the balance of components in autonomous electrical systems.

LO4: Demonstrate an understanding of the techniques involved in life cycle analysis and carbon accounting, and assess the relative sustainability of alternative energy systems.

LO5: Demonstrate an awareness of the accuracy and validity of renewable energy system design software and systems potential.
Full Details of Teaching and Assessment
2024/5, Trimester 2, In Person,
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Occurrence: 001
Primary mode of delivery: In Person
Location of delivery: MERCHISTON
Partner:
Member of staff responsible for delivering module: Carolina Costa Pereira
Module Organiser:


Student Activity (Notional Equivalent Study Hours (NESH))
Mode of activityLearning & Teaching ActivityNESH (Study Hours)NESH Description
Face To Face Tutorial 20 Tutorials are designed to encourage active participation, facilitate problem-solving, provide personalised feedback, and promote peer interaction to deepen comprehension and skills. Appropriate questions will be provided to support your preparation for assessments and promote understanding of the concepts from the lectures.
Online Guided independent study 157 A learning approach where students take responsibility for their own learning process, with support and direction from academics through tutorials and research assessments. This method combines the independence of self-directed study with the guidance of a structured framework provided by academic staff.
Face To Face Centrally Time Tabled Examination 3 Final Centrally Timetabled Examination
Face To Face Lecture 20 Each week you attend a 2 hour lecture where we will use various interactive activities to stimulate critical thinking, and foster a collaborative environment to enhance your understanding and retention of the module content.
Total Study Hours200
Expected Total Study Hours for Module200


Assessment
Type of Assessment Weighting % LOs covered Week due Length in Hours/Words Description
Report 40 4~5 Week 11 , WORDS= 2500 words max Report on a feasibility study of a real-world-based renewable energy system.
Centrally Time Tabled Examination 60 1~2~3 Exam Period HOURS= 3 h The final examination will evaluate your knowledge of all topics studied during the trimester. It will be a closed-book exam on campus.
Component 1 subtotal: 40
Component 2 subtotal: 60
Module subtotal: 100

Indicative References and Reading List - URL:
Renewable Energy and Sustainability
 

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