Course GEG3DV

Renewable Energy Technology

7.5 Credits
First Cycle

Starts week 36, 2025

This course deals with theoretical foundations, technologies, and applications of renewable energy systems, with a focus on wind and hydropower, as well as supporting technologies such as hydrogen storage and electric vehicles (EVs). Designed to meet the growing need for sustainable energy solutions, the course covers challenges for integrating such solutions into energy systems in Sweden and globally and examples of how to address these challenges.

Core topics include the physics of wind and hydropower generation, turbine design, operation, and grid connectivity. The course also includes technical configurations of wind turbines and hydropower plants, as well as the roles of power electronics and control systems in ensuring stable, efficient power production. The potential of hydrogen and EV battery systems for enhancing renewable energy integration is also covered, with a focus on improving system reliability and flexibility.

Design, evaluation and communication of small-scale renewable energy projects is facilitated through a combination of theoretical lectures, seminars, and project work activities. A literature review on emerging hydrogen or EV technologies serves as preparation for further research and professional applications in renewable energy.

 

Extra information:

Mandatory online meetings will be held according to the schedule.

Starts and ends:
week 36, 2025 - week 45, 2025
Study Rate:
50%
Location:
Flexible (Borlänge)
Time of Day:
Day
Teaching form:
Distance
Language:
English
Other:
P: Course only offered as part of programme.
Entry Qualifications :
  • Electrical Power Engineering 7.5 credits and Fluid Dynamics 7.5 credits
Selection :
Guaranteed admission
Application Code:
HDA-H3NA2
Main field of study:
Online Education
Compulsory meetings:
0 physical
Computer Skills:

Surf on the Internet, read and send emails, use a word-processing programme (e.g. Word). Connect a camera and headphones to the computer and install a programme using instructions.

Computer Capacity:

Access to a computer (Not a mini pc, tablet or similar) that is not older than three years (or equivalent) and broadband connection, at least 1 Mbit/s (not mobile broadband, because mobile broadband can vary considerably in speed).

Means of Education:

Higher rate of web-based communication where our learning platform (Learn/Canvas) is a natural element of the course. Web-based meetings with sound and image where simple presentations can be held. Lectures can be broadcast live or can alternatively be made available afterwards online.

Tuition Fee
First Tuition Fee Installment:
18,750 SEK
Total Tuition Fee:
18,750 SEK
EU/EEA Citizens or exchange students are not required to pay fees.
Information on application and tuition fees: www.universityadmissions.se.
Apply
Application no later: 15 April
Literature List

Literature lists are published at the latest one month ahead of the course start date.

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