EEE124 Introduction to Energy (10 credits)

Year Running: 2015/2016

Credit level: F4

Additional Information

Only available to students in Electronic and Electrical Engineering

Description

This module introduces the concepts of electricity and energy in the home. It is aimed at a wide audience and answers those questions that many people have about energy, electricity and renewables but don't know who or how to ask. The module will use only basic arithmetic maths - multiplication, division, addition and subtraction. Renewable energy sources such as solar PV panels, small wind turbines and heat pumps will be described. What savings can you really make? Petrol vs diesel cars, how does electric fit into the picture?

Reading List

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Teaching Methods

Delivery Type	Hours
Independent	64.0
Lecture	24.0
Problem Solving	12.0

Methods of assessment

Assessment Type	Duration	% of formal assessment	Semester
Course Work	0.0	40 %	S2
Exam	1.0	0 %	S2
Other	0.0	60 %	S2

Teaching methods and assessment displayed on this page are indicative for 2023-24.