Wind and Marine Energy module (RE42002)

You will learn about renewable energy sources, specifically wind and marine energy. You will get valuable insights into the rapidly evolving world of renewables. This will complement your understanding of sustainable technologies or engineering fields.

What you will learn

In this module, you will:

• explore the global and local imperatives for transitioning to low-carbon energy systems
• understand the significance of off-grid energy solutions
• analyse laboratory data from wind tunnel experiments
• use statistical modelling to predict wind turbine outputs under varying weather conditions
• explore various marine energy technologies, including tidal systems
• assess the commercial prospects within the marine sector

By the end of the module you should be able to:

• identify, understand and contribute to the solution of problems in wind and marine engineering. This will cover energy potential assessment to system planning, installation, and operation
• apply knowledge and understanding to practical problem-solving. To think rationally and logically and adopt a flexible approach
• measure and interpret wind power curves and power take-off for a selection of small wind turbines. You will be able to plot maximum power point by applying variable loads
• understand how the energy sector operates. You will understand the place of renewables within this sector

Assignments / assessment

• coursework (20%)
  • one laboratory assignment
  • one report, based on a renewables case study
• written exam (80%)

Teaching methods / timetable

• lectures
• tutorials
• practical sessions