Module Details |
| The information contained in this module specification was correct at the time of publication but may be subject to change, either during the session because of unforeseen circumstances, or following review of the module at the end of the session. Queries about the module should be directed to the member of staff with responsibility for the module. |
| Title | Energy Generation and Storage | ||
| Code | PHYS372 | ||
| Coordinator |
Dr JD Major Physics Jon.Major@liverpool.ac.uk |
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| Year | CATS Level | Semester | CATS Value |
| Session 2024-25 | Level 6 FHEQ | Second Semester | 7.5 |
Aims |
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The module aims to enable students to understand physical concepts related to key sources of energy generation and to carry out related analysis. |
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Learning Outcomes |
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(LO1) Learned the fundamental physical principles underlying energy production using conventional and renewable energy sources |
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(LO2) Studied the applications of these principles in the design issues power generation |
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(LO3) An appreciation of the role of mathematics in modelling power generation |
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(LO4) Developed problem solving skills based on the material presented |
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(LO5) Developed an appreciation of the problems of supplying the required future energy needs and the scope and issues associated with the different possible methods |
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Syllabus |
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Solar radiation and capture – Blackbody radiation, Interaction with Earth's atmosphere, Global warming, Geothermal energy, Solar heaters, Fossil fuels. Thermal transfer processes – Heat engines, P-V diagrams, Carnot cycle, turbines, Solar thermal power Semiconductor solar cells – Semiconductor doping, p-n junctions, Band diagrams, Current-voltage characteristics, Determination of cell efficiency, Schockley-Queisser maximum power limit, Types of solar cell, Efficiency limits. Wind Power – Mass continuity, Bernoulli’s equation, Pitot Tube, Viscosity, Lift and drag, Power extraction by turbine, Betz criterion, Blade action, Wind turbine design and operation. Water based power – Hydroelectric power, Pelton impulse turbine, Energy storage – Chemical storage, Thermal storage, Mechanic al storage, Batteries, Fuel Cells. |
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Teaching and Learning Strategies |
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There will then be 18 x 1 hr lecture slots. |
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Teaching Schedule |
| Lectures | Seminars | Tutorials | Lab Practicals | Fieldwork Placement | Other | TOTAL | |
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18 |
6 |
24 | ||||
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| Private Study | 51 | ||||||
| TOTAL HOURS | 75 | ||||||
Assessment |
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| EXAM | Duration | Timing (Semester) |
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Notes |
| In person time-controlled examination | 2 | 100 | ||||
| CONTINUOUS | Duration | Timing (Semester) |
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Penalty for late submission |
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Recommended Texts |
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