Program Overview

Advanced Analysis of Thermal Machines

Module Description

The Advanced Analysis of Thermal Machines module is designed for students who have achieved knowledge equivalent to the 2nd semester of the Master of Science in Energy Engineering with a thermal specialization, Master of Science in Sustainable Energy Engineering with specialization in Process Engineering and Combustion Technology, or similar.

Learning Objectives

Knowledge

• Conversion between different forms of energy
• Design of thermal machines
• Performance characteristics of thermal machines
• Behaviour of in- and outflow conditions for thermal machines
• Advanced analytical, numerical and/or experimental analysis of thermal machines
• Energy, momentum and heat exchange in thermal machines
• Phase change and multi-phase characteristics of thermal machines

Skills

• Ability to select and apply appropriate methods for performance analysis of thermal machines
• Ability to apply multi-physics modelling in the analysis of thermal machines and components
• Ability to select and apply appropriate equipment for monitoring and performance measurements on thermal machines

Competences

• Ability to independently simulate thermal machines in design and off-design operation
• Ability to independently evaluate the performance of thermal machines in a given application or system
• Ability to independently evaluate the effect of design changes in thermal machines
• Ability to independently continue the development of own competences in the field of thermal machines

Type of Instruction

The course is taught by a mixture of lectures, lab exercises, and self-studies, with possible application of e-learning activities.

Extent and Expected Workload

This is a 5 ECTS course module, with an expected workload of 150 hours for the student.

Exam

Exam Details

• Name of Exam: Advanced Analysis of Thermal Machines
• Type of Exam: Written and oral exam. Oral examination based on a handed-in mini-project/test report (individual or in groups).
• ECTS: 5
• Assessment: 7-point grading scale
• Type of Grading: Internal examination
• Criteria of Assessment: The criteria of assessment are stated in the Examination Policies and Procedures

Facts about the Module

• Danish Title: Avanceret analyse af termiske maskiner
• Module Code: N-EE-K3-8A
• Module Type: Course
• Duration: 1 semester
• Semester: Autumn
• ECTS: 5
• Language of Instruction: English
• Empty-Place Scheme: Yes
• Location of Lecture: Campus Aalborg, Campus Esbjerg
• Responsible for the Module: Henrik Sřrensen

Organisation

• Study Board: Study Board of Energy
• Department: Department of Energy
• Faculty: The Faculty of Engineering and Science

Curriculum

This module is used in the following curricula:

• Curriculum for the Master of Science (MSc) in Energy Engineering 2020
• Curriculum for the Master of Science (MSc) Programme in Sustainable Energy Engineering 2020
• Curriculum for the Master's Programme in Energy Engineering, 2022
• Curriculum for the Master's Programme in Sustainable Energy Engineering, 2022
• Curriculum for the Master of Science Programme in Energy Engineering, 2023
• Curriculum for the Master of Science Programme in Sustainable Energy Engineering, 2023