Courses: ENERGI200 Energy Resources and Use - Spring 2017
Language of Instruction
English, Norwegian if only Norwegian students
Teaching semester
Autumn
Place of Instruction
Bergen
Objectives and Content
Different energy sources are described in the course. Renewable energy sources including solar energy, wind energy, hydropower,
tidal and wave energy and geothermal energy are key parts of the curriculum. In addition nuclear power as well as fossil energy and
carbon capture and storage are included. Quantitative analysis of different energy systems and characterization and evaluation of
different energy sources will be done throughout. The course also contains an overview of national and international energy use and
energy production and projections for the future.
Learning Outcomes
Having completed the course, students shall be able to:
- Assess different energy resources
- Critically evaluate different types of energy
- Analyse energy systems
- Perform high level life cycle assessments
- Describe national and international energy production and use
Required Previous Knowledge
MAT111 Calculus 1 or equivalent.
Recommended Previous Knowledge
PHYS113 Mechanics 2 and Thermodynamics/KJEM210 Chemical Thermodynamics, or equivalent. Good background knowledge in physics, geophysics, chemistry or mathematics will be advantageous.
Access to the Course
To participate in this course you must be registered as a student at the Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences, and you also have to fulfill the admission requirements.
Teaching Methods and Extent of Organized Teaching
Lectures 4 hours each week
Exercises 1 hour each week
Exursions/Field trips with a total duration up to 3 days.
Compulsory Assignments and Attendance
Participation in excursions/field trips.
Forms of Assessment
Written, 4 hours. If less than 10 candidates, the exam might be oral.
Examination support materials: Non-programmable calculator, according to model listed in faculty regulations.
Grading Scale
The grading scale used is A to F. Grade A is the highest passing grade in the grading scale, grade F is a fail.
Course Evaluation
The course will be evaluated in accordance with the quality assurance system of the University of Bergen.
Contact Information
Lecturer and adminstrative contact person can be found at Mitt UiB. Alternatively you may contact the student advisor at Geophysical Institute.
Department
Geophysical Institute