University Of Limerick
Energy and the Environment
ER4001
Iowa State Course Substitution
Energy and the Environment
ENSCI 3240
Course Info
To draw upon core scientific module of the program e.g, thermodynamics while exposing students to the local, regional & global environmental effects that arise from the generation and use of energy. Syllabus: Energy Resources & Supply Thermodynamics of energy conversion Electricity generation & storage Fossil fueled power generation Transportation Clean Technology for energy generation and transmission Nuclear power generation Learning Outcomes: Cognitive (Knowledge, Understanding, Application, Analysis, Evaluation, Synthesis) Recognise problems associated with energy generation and use. Develop an understanding of the role of thermodynamics and fluid dynamics in energy systems. Determine mass and energy balances for energy generation systems. Evaluate efficiency of power generation technologies and identify limitations. Evaluate carbon loading of stationary and mobile power generation
Review
- Evaluated Date:
- November 3, 2023
- Evaluated:
- Richard Williams
- Expiration Date:
- November 3, 2028