Renewable Energy Technologies for Power Supply
Energieerzeugung auf Basis erneuerbarer Energien
6 CPWinterEN
Prerequisites
Recommended, as written
Completed Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field such as natural sciences, engineering, environmental engineering, energy engineering, process engineering, or a comparable degree programme. Very good knowledge and a solid understanding of engineering, physics, chemistry, and mathematics are required.
Contents
Design, operation and use of: • Solar energy (photovoltaics, solar thermal) • Wind energy • Geothermal energy (deep and near-surface) • Biomass • Hydroelectric power • Energy storage inclusive hydrogen technology
Learning outcomes
The participants of the module acquire advanced knowledge in the design, operation, and application of renewable energy systems, including solar energy (solar thermal and photovoltaics), wind energy, hydroelectric power, geothermal energy (both near-surface and deep), biomass, and energy storage technologies, with a focus on hydrogen technology. They can analyze and reflect on the interactions between these subfields, considering their technical and ecological implications, and are capable of making scientifically grounded judgments within the discipline. The participants of the module develop the ability to formulate their own research questions and address them using appropriate scientific methods. They can effectively engage in domain-specific and interdisciplinary discussions, presenting complex topics clearly and persuasively to diverse audiences. Additionally, they demonstrate the ability to independently acquire new knowledge and apply it to solve and critically evaluate application- or research-oriented challenges.
Assessment
• Final written exam (120 min)
Literature (1)
- The course documents are provided in the learning management system Moodle.
Source: BTU's module description · retrieved 28 Sep 2026Original