OVERVIEW

Energy systems, or systems for energy conversion, include all systems that have the purpose of converting the chemical energy of fossil fuels or renewable sources into other forms of energy - mechanical and electrical-such as combined cycles, hydroelectric plants or hydrogen-powered systems.

In the context of the energy transition and reduction of greenhouse gas emissions, the study of these systems, their management and optimization, is of particular importance in order to guarantee the reliability of the electricity system and the reduction of energy consumption.

The study includes theoretical aspects related to basic thermodynamics and technological considerations regarding plant components and their interactions.

AIMS AND CONTENT

LEARNING OUTCOMES

Based on the thermodynamic foundations of Technical Physics, the course provides the student with the elementary tools of analysis, design and exercise of energy systems and their main components

AIMS AND LEARNING OUTCOMES

Knowledge of power plant configurations and the effect of real operating conditions.

Knowledge of the national electricity system and of plant management.

Ability to define advantages and criticalities of energy conversion systems.

Ability to calculate the performance of the energy systems presented.

Ability to analyze and compare different renewable energy systems.

Soft Skills:
Ability to communicate effectively in
written and oral form, adaptation to the context,
use of sources and aids of various kinds,
critical thinking, ability to use,
process and evaluate information.

TEACHING METHODS

The course is based on theoretical lectures and numerical calculations. Team based learning and flipped classroom technics.

Technical visits and scientific seminars

SYLLABUS/CONTENT

Worldwide and national energy production overview.
Applied thermodynamic recap.
Steam turbine power plants: system configurations, operating parameters and performances.
Gas turbine power plants: configurations, operating parameters and performances.
Combined cycle power plants and combined heat and power plants (CHP).
Hydroelectric power plants.
Renewable energy systems

RECOMMENDED READING/BIBLIOGRAPHY

“Power Plants Engineering” P.K. Nag.

Macchine Della Volpe

Didactic materials provided during the lessons

TEACHERS AND EXAM BOARD

Exam Board

LOREDANA MAGISTRI (President)

ALBERTO TRAVERSO

ARISTIDE FAUSTO MASSARDO (President Substitute)

MICHELA ROBBA (President Substitute)

GIULIO FERRO (Substitute)

LESSONS

LESSONS START

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Class schedule

ENERGY SYSTEMS

EXAMS

EXAM DESCRIPTION

Oral Examination and team project.

Students with SLD, disability or other regularly certified special educational needs are advised to contact the instructor  to agree on teaching and examination methods that, in compliance with the course objectives, take into account the individual learning requirements.

ASSESSMENT METHODS

The oral interview will focus on one or more questions and will have the purpose of verifying the understanding and knowledge of the topics covered, the language properties and the synthesis capacity of the students.

Exam schedule

FURTHER INFORMATION

Pre-requisites :

Thermodymics knowledge (recommended).