SPG8014 : Introduction to Hydro, Wind, Wave and Tidal Energy
- Offered for Year: 2022/23
- Module Leader(s): Dr Rosemary Norman
- Lecturer: Dr Nick Baker
- Owning School: Engineering
- Teaching Location: Newcastle City Campus
Semesters
| Semester 1 Credit Value: | 10 |
| ECTS Credits: | 5.0 |
Aims
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.
Outline Of Syllabus
Renewable Energy Resources - what, where and their characteristics.
Renewable Energy technologies -water and wind, wave and tidal.
Teaching Methods
Teaching Activities
| 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 |
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 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.
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 | Coursework assessment - approx 2000 words |
Assessment Rationale And Relationship
The coursework tests the students' critical thinking, written communication, numeracy and subject-specific skills as students solve problems based on the learning material.
Reading Lists
Timetable
- Timetable Website: www.ncl.ac.uk/timetable/
- SPG8014's Timetable