Electric Power Generation

Recommended Prerequisites

Electric Energy Conversion, Power Systems Introduction

Teaching Methods

The course unit works with theoretical and theoretical-practical classes.

Theoretical classes are master classes with detailed presentation, using audiovisual means, of the concepts, principles and fundamental theories of the subject

Theoretical-practical classes are intended to solve practical exercises by the students, supervised by the professor. In these classes, it will also be given support to the preparation of a group work, which will consist in preparing a monograph on a previously assigned topic, and which will be presented by students in class.

Learning Outcomes

Know the different technologies for the electricity generation, including technologies for generation from renewable sources, for both large scale and distributed generation.

Understand the structure, planning and management of the power system, as well as aspects related to the integration of renewable energy in electricity generation.

Be able to evaluate power stations from a technical and economic point of view.

Work Placement(s)

No

Syllabus

Electric Power Generation System; Thermoelectric Power Generation; Nuclear Energy; Distributed Generation and Combined Heat and Power; Hydropower; Wind Power; Solar Photovoltaic Energy; Solar Thermal Energy; Biomass Energy; Ocean Energy; Geothermal Power; Integration of Renewable Generation; Technical and Economic Evaluation of Power Plant

Head Lecturer(s)

Pedro Manuel Soares Moura

Assessment Methods

Assessment
Synthesis work: 30.0%
Exam: 70.0%

Bibliography

Boyle, G. (2018) – Renewable Energy: Power for a Sustainable Future, 4th edition, Oxford Press University.

 

Goswami, D., Kreith F. (2015) – Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy Handbook, 2nd edition, CRC Press

 

IEA (2015) – Technology Roadmaps, International Energy Agency.

 

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