| Semester 1 Credit Value: | 10 |
| ECTS Credits: | 5.0 |
Familiarity, preferably at Bachelor degree level (or equivalent prior experience or accredited learning) with critical evaluation of complex issues involving finance, planning, policy, management, etc coupled with an awareness of economic, environmental, political and societal contexts. Evidence (possibly pre-Bachelor degree level) of some basic mathematical facility and awareness of scientific thought. For non-native speakers, evidence of English language competence (to a minimum of IELTS 6.5 or equivalent, with higher levels of attainment strongly recommended).
Non-native speakers of English whose current level of attainment is less than UELA 70 or IELTS 7.0 (or recognised equivalent) in all four aspects of communication (Listening, Speaking, Reading, Writing) should be attending the non-credit-bearing in-sessional English language support classes provided by the University.
To introduce postgraduate students from largely non-engineering backgrounds to, and provide an awareness of, the technological, economic, environmental and resource aspects of a range of renewable energy technologies. This module will focus on hydro, wind, wave and tidal energy.
Renewable Energy Resources - what, where and their characteristics.
Renewable Energy technologies -water and wind, wave and tidal.
At the end of this modules students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of renewable energy technologies for water, wind, wave and tidal power.
At the end of this modules students should be able to demonstrate understanding of the practical implementation associated with engineering systems and processes in renewable energy systems.
Students will be able to identify problems and critically appraise solutions for engineering systems.
Students will be able to identify and utilise data associated with generation and energy conversion systems.
| Category | Activity | Number | Length | Student Hours | Comment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Guided Independent Study | Assessment preparation and completion | 1 | 18:00 | 18:00 | Preparation for and completion of coursework. |
| Structured Guided Learning | Lecture materials | 14 | 1:00 | 14:00 | Non-synchronous - online teaching materials including recorded lectures, notes, tutorials & quizzes |
| Guided Independent Study | Directed research and reading | 1 | 54:00 | 54:00 | Independent study based on provided course materials and recommended reading. |
| Scheduled Learning And Teaching Activities | Small group teaching | 7 | 2:00 | 14:00 | Scheduled PiP seminar sessions to be recapped. |
| Total | 100:00 |
At Masters level the focus is on guided independent study and group supported learning. Online guided learning material is delivered to students via Canvas. The Present in Person (PiP) sessions will provide students with the opportunity to discuss concepts with lecturers and their peers to consolidate their understanding.
Information literacy, interpersonal communication, planning and organisation, numeracy and written communication will be practiced throughout, and assessed in the online assessment.
Students should consult their individual timetable for up-to-date delivery information.
The format of resits will be determined by the Board of Examiners
| Description | Semester | When Set | Percentage | Comment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Written exercise | 1 | M | 100 | Coursework assessment - approx 2000 words |
The coursework tests the students' critical thinking, written communication, numeracy and subject-specific skills as students solve problems based on the learning material.
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