Energy Systems Engineering
Energiesystemtechnik
6 CPSummerEN
Contents
• Fundamentals of energy analysis: thermodynamics of energy conversion; mass, energy and exergy balance; systems modelling, analysis, design, and optimisation; control systems • Energy issues, definitions and resources; energy economics. • Sustainable energy technologies; design and operation of distributed energy systems
Learning outcomes
At the end of the module the students are able to analyse, formulate, and solve energy-related engineering problems. They will be able to evaluate, improve and design engineered systems and processes, using modern engineering tools and approaches and demonstrate in-depth knowledge of energy systems in research, manufacturing and management. They will develop an interdisciplinary understanding of the variety of approaches to development, deployment and sustainability of global energy resources.
Assessment
• Written examination, 90 minutes
Literature (2)
- Handouts and reading list
- Manual and tutorial of the modelling programmes
Source: BTU's module description · retrieved 28 Sep 2026Original