Wind Turbine Technology
Syllabus, Bachelor's level, 1GV121
- Code
- 1GV121
- Education cycle
- First cycle
- Main field(s) of study and in-depth level
- Wind Power Project Management G1F
- Grading system
- Fail (U), Pass (3), Pass with credit (4), Pass with distinction (5)
- Finalised by
- The Faculty Board of Science and Technology, 5 May 2017
- Responsible department
- Department of Earth Sciences
Entry requirements
Wind Power Basics, 7.5 credits, or 7.5 credits in energy, technology or energy technology.
Learning outcomes
After approved course the student should be able to:
- account for mechanical, aerodynamic, electrical construction and functionality of wind turbines and for grid connection, installation, operation and maintenance of wind turbines
- describe and reflect on the technical development and innovations of wind turbines
Content
Wind turbine construction, technical functionality and practical applications
This part includes studies of mechanical, electrical and aerodynamic design, grid connectivity as well as construction, operation and maintenance of wind turbines.
Technical specialisations and up to date technical aspects of wind power
This part includes technical specialisation of mechanical, electrical and aerodynamic design, grid connectivity as well as installation, operation and maintenance of wind turbines. The course unit includes also an outlook into other up-to-date aspects of wind turbine technology.
Instruction
The course is given as a net-based course. Assignments are submitted in the e-classroom on Internet and the student will receive personal feedback by the teacher. A forum for discussion is available.
Assessment
Written hand-in assignments 5 credits.
Written essays and forum posts 2.5 credits.
Other directives
The course cannot be included in the same degree as 1GV062, Wind Turbine Technology.