Program Overview

Course Overview

The course "Energy conversion and system integration" is offered at the Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU). The course code is FENA2320.

Course Details

• Credits: 7.5
• Level: Intermediate course, level II
• Course start: Autumn 2025
• Duration: 1 semester
• Language of instruction: English and Norwegian
• Location: Ċlesund

About the Course

Course Content

The subject deals with processing and system design, providing an understanding of how energy systems can be integrated into a larger system, such as in a vessel. It covers the production of renewable energy in offshore/coastal areas, storage, and use, including carbon capture, hydrogen production, and the production of synthetic gas and bio-fuels.

Learning Outcome

• Knowledge: Students will demonstrate advanced knowledge of processes for the production of renewable energy and energy carriers, storage of energy carriers, energy conversion, and production of electrical energy.
• Skills: Students will be able to perform simple process calculations and system analyzes for an integrated energy system, assessing various energy solutions and possibilities for energy efficiency.
• General Competence: Students will have the ability to analyze and design complex energy systems, integrating the energy system in a larger context, and communicate with professionals and the public.

Learning Methods and Activities

The course includes lectures, guest lectures, exercises, and project work. A minimum of 2/3 of the compulsory exercises must be approved before admission to the examination.

Evaluation

• Project: 40% of the final grade
• Oral Exam: 60% of the final grade
• Re-sit Exam: Can be arranged as an oral exam in the spring semester.

Specific Conditions

Admission to a programme of study is required, including:

• Mechanical Engineering (BIMASKIN)
• Mechatronics and Product Design - Engineering (BIMEPRO)
• Naval Architecture - Engineering (699SD)
• Renewable Energy - Engineering (BIFOREN)

Course Materials

Course materials will be announced at the beginning of the semester.

Subject Areas

• Engineering

Examination

The examination arrangement is an aggregate score with letter grades. The ordinary examination in Autumn 2025 includes an assignment (40%) and an oral exam (60%). The re-sit examination in Spring 2026 follows a similar structure.