SPG8009 : Renewable Energy: Policy, Politics and Ethics
- Offered for Year: 2022/23
- Module Leader(s): Miss Sharon Joyce
- Owning School: Engineering
- Teaching Location: Newcastle City Campus
Semesters
| Semester 1 Credit Value: | 10 |
| ECTS Credits: | 5.0 |
Aims
The aim of the module is to provide students with an appreciation of the political and ethical context of renewable energy at international, national and local level and for students to be able to critically review Government energy strategies.
The module provides students with the 'sustainability' context for renewable energy (whether in the form of electricity, heat or transport), to critically review Government energy policies and strategies and to form a view on whether these are adequate to achieve renewable energy and GHG emissions commitments.
Outline Of Syllabus
Energy is a global issue, this module will look at how different nations deal with energy issues and how government policy drive the uptake of renewable energy systems.
Teaching Methods
Teaching Activities
| Category | Activity | Number | Length | Student Hours | Comment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scheduled Learning And Teaching Activities | Lecture | 6 | 2:00 | 12:00 | PiP Lectures. Introduction and teaching sessions. |
| Guided Independent Study | Assessment preparation and completion | 1 | 30:00 | 30:00 | Coursework assignment. |
| Structured Guided Learning | Lecture materials | 1 | 16:00 | 16:00 | Online teaching materials including recorded lectures, notes, tutorials and quizzes. |
| Guided Independent Study | Directed research and reading | 1 | 32:00 | 32:00 | Independent study based on provided course materials and recommended reading. |
| Structured Guided Learning | Structured research and reading activities | 1 | 10:00 | 10:00 | Individual or group research and reading for formative exercise. |
| Total | 100:00 |
Teaching Rationale And Relationship
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 In Person lectures Synchronous online sessions and discussion boards 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 assignment
Alternatives will be offered to students unable to be present-in-person due to the prevailing C-19 circumstances. Students should consult their individual timetable for up-to-date delivery information.
Assessment Methods
The format of resits will be determined by the Board of Examiners
Other Assessment
| Description | Semester | When Set | Percentage | Comment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Written exercise | 1 | M | 100 | Written assignment (2000 words) |
Formative Assessments
| Description | Semester | When Set | Comment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Written exercise | 1 | M | Group work/ discussion boards |
Assessment Rationale And Relationship
The Formative Assessment will give the students the task of working together to research and present information. This has the benefit of cohort building and facilitating initial engagement with library resources. Discussion boards facilitate learning and engagement.
The coursework assignment will provide students with the opportunity to develop and demonstrate their comprehensive and systematic knowledge and understanding of the politics and ethics associated with renewable energy.
Reading Lists
Timetable
- Timetable Website: www.ncl.ac.uk/timetable/
- SPG8009's Timetable