Module Catalogue 2024/25

Pre Requisite Comment

Essential: The degree programme entry qualification should demonstrate good ability in critical reading and thinking, logical reasoning and written argument with the capability to apply those in new situations. Numeracy (including the use of a calculator) and the ability to use basic algebra for equations and formulae is expected.

Desirable: Previous study or experience of the use of mathematics, finance or any scientific discipline will be an advantage but need not be essential.

Co Requisite Comment

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.

Aims

To enable students to make better informed energy decisions by applying financial and physical quantitative methods and combining these with qualitative factors.

Outline Of Syllabus

At the end of the module, students should will be able to:

- Demonstrate the application of the concepts of force, work, energy and power in the energy system to determine
the behaviour of devices and systems.
- Appraise how power system characteristics affect generation plant selection in a system designed to provide
low-carbon, secure and economic energy.
- Compare the financial viability of competing energy schemes while recognising their sensitivity to
assumptions.
- Identify the broader contested issues influencing energy resource exploitation.

Intended Knowledge Outcomes

At the end of the module students will be able to

- Apply appropriate aquantities and units when referring to physical processes so that the meaning is conveyed
clearly and efficiently.
- Describe the structure and functions of an electricity supply system needed to achieve economic and reliable
operation.
- Choose appropriate financial appraisal methods to evaluate the viability of long-term energy projects under
realistic assumptions.

Intended Skill Outcomes

At the end of the module, students should will be able to:
- demonstrate the application of the concepts of force, work, energy and power in the energy system to determine
the behaviour of devices and systems.
- appraise the impact of power system operation characteristics on generation plant selection in a system
designed to provide low-carbon, secure and economic energy.
- compare the financial viability of competing energy schemes while recognising their sensitivity to
assumptions.
- Identify the broader contested issues influencing energy resource exploitation.

Teaching Rationale And Relationship

This module is delivered through a combination of written course materials, pre-recorded video presentations and opportunities for students to check their understanding directly with the teaching staff.

Workshops are held for the students to gain feedback on their understanding and explore the broader context of decision making in energy systems.

Guidance is provided for the wider reading that the students must undertake to gain sufficient understanding of the subject area and how to access and make use of the wide range of resources that are available on this topic.

Assessment Rationale And Relationship

Assignment is designed for students to demonstrate the knowledge and skills they have acquired in energy numeracy, correct use of units, the context of energy systems and economic evaluation. This must be communicated effectively within the specified length, making efficient use of text and non-textual elements. To show high level of achievement students must apply independent research with appropriate referencing of the literature to demonstrate work beyond the module materials.

General Notes

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