Program description

Content

In recent decades energy consumption and the associated man-made repercussions on the environment have steadily increased and the (perceived) security of supplies has decreased. This trend can be expected to continue. Increased use of renewable energies - these being hydroelectric, wind and solar power, biomass and geothermal energy - in the electricity, heating and fuel market can make a major contribution toward facing these challenges.

On completing this master’s program in Renewable Energies, graduates are able to explain and assess the possibilities of and limits to the provision of energy for the heating, electricity and fuel market by the renewable energy sources sun, geothermal heat and planetary gravitation and movement. These explanations are primarily from the technical but also from the economic and ecological viewpoint. Graduates can provide an overview of the physical and chemical characteristics of renewable energy sources, have understood the fundamental technical principles of their use and can assess the resulting technical and technological requirements of the requisite conversion plant technology. They can also assess the plant and system technology and the economic and ecological basics of the individual options for renewable energy supply. Graduates have an overview of aspects for integration of plants and systems based on renewable energies into the existing energy system - both in Germany and in non-European countries. Furthermore they can discuss issues of energy storage and the development of renewable energy projects with experts. This specialized knowledge and related skills also enable graduates to take up a position on current energy industry issues on a sound and ideology-free basis. As a result of this master’s program they are qualified to advise interested parties in a professional capacity or to formulate independently problems and objectives for new application - or research-oriented tasks.

A further in-depth specialization, as a part of the master’s program, in the renewable energy system biomass, solar or wind power is possible. Thus, the program provides a comprehensive knowledge on practically all options of renewable energy supply, it’s utilization in the energy system - taking existing structures into account - and on selected associated technical, economic and ecological aspects.



Career prospects

The successful completion of the Master's program "Renewable Energies" enables graduates to hold leading positions in the engineering labor market. Typical fields of activities can be found in energy suppliers, energy consultants, project developers, as well as technical authorities in the renewable energy industry. Furthermore, there is the possibility of engaging in activities as a research assistant with the aim of doctoral degree.


Learning target

Graduates of the Master's program "Renewable Energies" will be able to transfer their acquired knowledge of their engineering and scientific study into practice and to broaden it independently if necessary. They can analyse problems using scientific methods to find an engineering solution, even if the problems are "open" or incomplete defined. They are able to work independently in power engineering and in related disciplines. They can apply, critically analyse and further develop new practices and procedures to solve technical and conceptual issues. Graduates are also qualified to develop projects in the field of "Renewable Energies" with an emphasis on:
  • Wind energy
  • Photovoltaics,
  • Hydropower,
  • Ocean energy,
  • Biomass and
  • Geothermal

and to define and schedule these with respect to necessary clarifications and available information.


Program structure

The technical contents of the master are structured as follows:

  • Modules of the core skills:
    • technical fundamentals of usage of renewable energy sources,
    • project evaluation, economy and sustainability,
    • electrical power engineering,
    • non- technical supplementary courses,
  • modules of specialization:
    • bioenergy systems,
    • solar energy systems,
    • wind energy systems,
  • Master's thesis.

The choice of one specialization is compulsory. Within one specialization courses have to be selected from a catalog of elective courses.

Despite of individual freedom in the choice of courses within the specialization, courses in the core qualification are compulsory for all students. With these courses a balance of formal and practical course content in theory and application of the learning outcomes is ensured.

Non-technical supplementary courses and courses in operation and management provide more flexibilty in the individual design of the curriculum and ensure a linkage between technical and business knowledge. These courses can be chosen from the general catalog of the TUHH.

The master thesis with a share of 25% describe the remaining part of the curriculum. 

Note: Within the specialization "Solar Energy Systems", students have been given the opportunity to study abroad at the "University of Jordan" in Amman, Jordan. Within this foreign stay, additional modules in the field of "solar energy systems" can be choosen. The earned credits are recognized at TUHH by agreement.

Core Qualification

Within the core qualification of the Master "Renewable energies" the students gain knowledge about the possibilities and limitations of energy supply from the various renewable energy sources for the heat, electricity and fuel market.
Basis for this aim are on one hand the courses of consecutive Bachelor courses and on the other hand continuing and applied courses in the field of electrical engineering, thermodynamics and fluid mechanics.
Continuing to these courses the different principles for the use of renewable energies and the resulting requirements on the corresponding conversion plant technology are presented, primarily from a technical perspective. Nonetheless, this knowledge is linked to economic and environmental context, to understand and to evaluate the integration of renewable energy applications in energy systems - both in Germany, Europe and countries outside Europe. Furthermore, energy storage opportunities are discussed in this context.
Within the module "Projects and their Assessment", non-technical aspects of the implementation of projects especially in the field of renewable energies are considered, to provide background information in the legal and economic energy implementation of renewable energy applications.

Module M0508: Fluid Mechanics and Ocean Energy
Courses
Title Typ Hrs/wk CP
Energy from the Ocean (L0002) Lecture 2 2
Fluid Mechanics II (L0001) Lecture 2 4
Module Responsible Prof. Michael Schlüter
Admission Requirements None
Recommended Previous Knowledge

Technische Thermodynamik I-II
Wärme- und Stoffübertragung
Educational Objectives After taking part successfully, students have reached the following learning results
Professional Competence
Knowledge

The students are able to describe different applications of fluid mechanics for the field of Renewable Energies. They are able to use the fundamentals of fluid mechanics for calculations of certain engineering problems in the field of ocean energy. The students are able to estimate if a problem can be solved with an analytical solution and what kind of alternative possibilities are available (e.g. self-similarity, empirical solutions, numerical methods).
Skills

Students are able to use the governing equations of Fluid Dynamics for the design of technical processes. Especially they are able to formulate momentum and mass balances to optimize the hydrodynamics of technical processes. They are able to transform a verbal formulated message into an abstract formal procedure.
Personal Competence
Social Competence

The students are able to discuss a given problem in small groups and to develop an approach. They are able to solve a problem within a team, to prepare a poster with the results and to present the poster.
Autonomy

Students are able to define independently tasks for problems related to fluid mechanics. They are able to work out the knowledge that is necessary to solve the problem by themselves on the basis of the existing knowledge from the lecture.
Workload in Hours Independent Study Time 124, Study Time in Lecture 56
Credit points 6
Course achievement
Compulsory Bonus Form Description
Yes 10 % Group discussion
Examination Written exam
Examination duration and scale 3h
Assignment for the Following Curricula Energy Systems: Core Qualification: Elective Compulsory
International Management and Engineering: Specialisation II. Renewable Energy: Elective Compulsory
Renewable Energies: Core Qualification: Compulsory
Theoretical Mechanical Engineering: Specialisation Energy Systems: Elective Compulsory
Course L0002: Energy from the Ocean
Typ Lecture
Hrs/wk 2
CP 2
Workload in Hours Independent Study Time 32, Study Time in Lecture 28
Lecturer Prof. Moustafa Abdel-Maksoud
Language DE
Cycle WiSe
Content
  1. Introduction to ocean energy conversion
  2. Wave properties
    • Linear wave theory
    • Nonlinear wave theory
    • Irregular waves
    • Wave energy
    • Refraction, reflection and diffraction of waves
  3. Wave energy converters
    • Overview of the different technologies
    • Methods for design and calculation
  4. Ocean current turbine
Literature
  • Cruz, J., Ocean wave energy, Springer Series in Green Energy and Technology, UK, 2008.
  • Brooke, J., Wave energy conversion, Elsevier, 2003.
  • McCormick, M.E., Ocean wave energy conversion, Courier Dover Publications, USA, 2013.
  • Falnes, J., Ocean waves and oscillating systems, Cambridge University Press,UK, 2002.
  • Charlier, R. H., Charles, W. F., Ocean energy. Tide and tidal Power. Berlin, Heidelberg, 2009.
  • Clauss, G. F., Lehmann, E., Östergaard, C., Offshore Structures. Volume 1, Conceptual Design. Springer-Verlag, Berlin 1992
Course L0001: Fluid Mechanics II
Typ Lecture
Hrs/wk 2
CP 4
Workload in Hours Independent Study Time 92, Study Time in Lecture 28
Lecturer Prof. Michael Schlüter
Language DE
Cycle WiSe
Content
  • Differential equations for momentum-, heat and mass transfer   
  • Examples for simplifications of the Navier-Stokes Equations 
  • Unsteady momentum transfer
  • Free shear layer, turbulence and free jets
  • Flow around particles - Solids Process Engineering
  • Coupling of momentum and heat transfer - Thermal Process Engineering
  • Rheology – Bioprocess Engineering
  • Coupling of momentum- and mass transfer – Reactive mixing, Chemical Process Engineering 
  • Flow threw porous structures - heterogeneous catalysis
  • Pumps and turbines - Energy- and Environmental Process Engineering 
  • Wind- and Wave-Turbines - Renewable Energy
  • Introduction into Computational Fluid Dynamics
Literature
  1. Brauer, H.: Grundlagen der Einphasen- und Mehrphasenströmungen. Verlag Sauerländer, Aarau, Frankfurt (M), 1971.
  2. Brauer, H.; Mewes, D.: Stoffaustausch einschließlich chemischer Reaktion. Frankfurt: Sauerländer 1972.
  3. Crowe, C. T.: Engineering fluid mechanics. Wiley, New York, 2009.
  4. Durst, F.: Strömungsmechanik: Einführung in die Theorie der Strömungen von Fluiden. Springer-Verlag, Berlin, Heidelberg, 2006.
  5. Fox, R.W.; et al.: Introduction to Fluid Mechanics. J. Wiley & Sons, 1994.
  6. Herwig, H.: Strömungsmechanik: Eine Einführung in die Physik und die mathematische Modellierung von Strömungen. Springer Verlag, Berlin, Heidelberg, New York, 2006.
  7. Herwig, H.: Strömungsmechanik: Einführung in die Physik von technischen Strömungen: Vieweg+Teubner Verlag / GWV Fachverlage GmbH, Wiesbaden, 2008.
  8. Kuhlmann, H.C.:  Strömungsmechanik. München, Pearson Studium, 2007
  9. Oertl, H.: Strömungsmechanik: Grundlagen, Grundgleichungen, Lösungsmethoden, Softwarebeispiele. Vieweg+ Teubner / GWV Fachverlage GmbH, Wiesbaden, 2009.
  10. Schade, H.; Kunz, E.: Strömungslehre. Verlag de Gruyter, Berlin, New York, 2007.
  11. Truckenbrodt, E.: Fluidmechanik 1: Grundlagen und elementare Strömungsvorgänge dichtebeständiger Fluide. Springer-Verlag, Berlin, Heidelberg, 2008.
  12. Schlichting, H. : Grenzschicht-Theorie. Springer-Verlag, Berlin, 2006.
  13. van Dyke, M.: An Album of Fluid Motion. The Parabolic Press, Stanford California, 1882.  

Module M0523: Business & Management
Module Responsible Prof. Matthias Meyer
Admission Requirements None
Recommended Previous Knowledge None
Educational Objectives After taking part successfully, students have reached the following learning results
Professional Competence
Knowledge
  • Students are able to find their way around selected special areas of management within the scope of business management.
  • Students are able to explain basic theories, categories, and models in selected special areas of business management.
  • Students are able to interrelate technical and management knowledge.
Skills
  • Students are able to apply basic methods in selected areas of business management.
  • Students are able to explain and give reasons for decision proposals on practical issues in areas of business management.
Personal Competence
Social Competence

  • Students are able to communicate in small interdisciplinary groups and to jointly develop solutions for complex problems
Autonomy
  • Students are capable of acquiring necessary knowledge independently by means of research and preparation of material.
Workload in Hours Depends on choice of courses
Credit points 6
Courses
Information regarding lectures and courses can be found in the corresponding module handbook published separately.

Module M0524: Non-technical Courses for Master
Module Responsible Dagmar Richter
Admission Requirements None
Recommended Previous Knowledge None
Educational Objectives After taking part successfully, students have reached the following learning results
Professional Competence
Knowledge

The Nontechnical Academic Programms (NTA)

imparts skills that, in view of the TUHH’s training profile, professional engineering studies require but are not able to cover fully. Self-reliance, self-management, collaboration and professional and personnel management competences. The department implements these training objectives in its teaching architecture, in its teaching and learning arrangements, in teaching areas and by means of teaching offerings in which students can qualify by opting for specific competences and a competence level at the Bachelor’s or Master’s level. The teaching offerings are pooled in two different catalogues for nontechnical complementary courses.

The Learning Architecture

consists of a cross-disciplinarily study offering. The centrally designed teaching offering ensures that courses in the nontechnical academic programms follow the specific profiling of TUHH degree courses.

The learning architecture demands and trains independent educational planning as regards the individual development of competences. It also provides orientation knowledge in the form of “profiles”.

The subjects that can be studied in parallel throughout the student’s entire study program - if need be, it can be studied in one to two semesters. In view of the adaptation problems that individuals commonly face in their first semesters after making the transition from school to university and in order to encourage individually planned semesters abroad, there is no obligation to study these subjects in one or two specific semesters during the course of studies.

Teaching and Learning Arrangements

provide for students, separated into B.Sc. and M.Sc., to learn with and from each other across semesters. The challenge of dealing with interdisciplinarity and a variety of stages of learning in courses are part of the learning architecture and are deliberately encouraged in specific courses.

Fields of Teaching

are based on research findings from the academic disciplines cultural studies, social studies, arts, historical studies, communication studies, migration studies and sustainability research, and from engineering didactics. In addition, from the winter semester 2014/15 students on all Bachelor’s courses will have the opportunity to learn about business management and start-ups in a goal-oriented way.

The fields of teaching are augmented by soft skills offers and a foreign language offer. Here, the focus is on encouraging goal-oriented communication skills, e.g. the skills required by outgoing engineers in international and intercultural situations.

The Competence Level

of the courses offered in this area is different as regards the basic training objective in the Bachelor’s and Master’s fields. These differences are reflected in the practical examples used, in content topics that refer to different professional application contexts, and in the higher scientific and theoretical level of abstraction in the B.Sc.

This is also reflected in the different quality of soft skills, which relate to the different team positions and different group leadership functions of Bachelor’s and Master’s graduates in their future working life.

Specialized Competence (Knowledge)

Students can

  • explain specialized areas in context of the relevant non-technical disciplines,
  • outline basic theories, categories, terminology, models, concepts or artistic techniques in the disciplines represented in the learning area,
  • different specialist disciplines relate to their own discipline and differentiate it as well as make connections, 
  • sketch the basic outlines of how scientific disciplines, paradigms, models, instruments, methods and forms of representation in the specialized sciences are subject to individual and socio-cultural interpretation and historicity,
  • Can communicate in a foreign language in a manner appropriate to the subject.
Skills

Professional Competence (Skills)

In selected sub-areas students can

  • apply basic and specific methods of the said scientific disciplines,
  • aquestion a specific technical phenomena, models, theories from the viewpoint of another, aforementioned specialist discipline,
  • to handle simple and advanced questions in aforementioned scientific disciplines in a sucsessful manner,
  • justify their decisions on forms of organization and application in practical questions in contexts that go beyond the technical relationship to the subject.
Personal Competence
Social Competence

Personal Competences (Social Skills)

Students will be able

  • to learn to collaborate in different manner,
  • to present and analyze problems in the abovementioned fields in a partner or group situation in a manner appropriate to the addressees,
  • to express themselves competently, in a culturally appropriate and gender-sensitive manner in the language of the country (as far as this study-focus would be chosen), 
  • to explain nontechnical items to auditorium with technical background knowledge.
Autonomy

Personal Competences (Self-reliance)

Students are able in selected areas

  • to reflect on their own profession and professionalism in the context of real-life fields of application
  • to organize themselves and their own learning processes      
  • to reflect and decide questions in front of a broad education background
  • to communicate a nontechnical item in a competent way in writen form or verbaly
  • to organize themselves as an entrepreneurial subject country (as far as this study-focus would be chosen)     



Workload in Hours Depends on choice of courses
Credit points 6
Courses
Information regarding lectures and courses can be found in the corresponding module handbook published separately.

Module M1294: Bioenergy
Courses
Title Typ Hrs/wk CP
Biofuels Process Technology (L0061) Lecture 1 1
Biofuels Process Technology (L0062) Recitation Section (small) 1 1
World Market for Commodities from Agriculture and Forestry (L1769) Lecture 1 1
Thermal Biomass Utilization (L1767) Lecture 2 2
Thermal Biomass Utilization (L2386) Practical Course 1 1
Module Responsible Prof. Martin Kaltschmitt
Admission Requirements None
Recommended Previous Knowledge none
Educational Objectives After taking part successfully, students have reached the following learning results
Professional Competence
Knowledge

Students are able to reproduce an in-depth outline of energy production from biomass, aerobic and anaerobic waste treatment processes, the gained products and the treatment of produced emissions.

Skills

Students can apply the learned theoretical knowledge of biomass-based energy systems to explain relationships for different tasks, like dimesioning and design of biomass power plants.  In this context, students are also able to solve computational tasks for combustion, gasification and biogas, biodiesel and bioethanol use.
Personal Competence
Social Competence

Students can participate in discussions to design and evaluate energy systems using biomass as an energy source.
Autonomy

Students can independently exploit sources with respect to the emphasis of the lectures. They can choose and aquire the for the particular task useful knowledge. Furthermore, they can solve computational tasks of biomass-based energy systems independently with the assistance of the lecture. Regarding to this they can assess their specific learning level and can consequently define the further workflow. 
Workload in Hours Independent Study Time 96, Study Time in Lecture 84
Credit points 6
Course achievement None
Examination Written exam
Examination duration and scale 3 hours written exam
Assignment for the Following Curricula Bioprocess Engineering: Specialisation A - General Bioprocess Engineering: Elective Compulsory
Bioprocess Engineering: Specialisation C - Bioeconomic Process Engineering, Focus Energy and Bioprocess Technology: Elective Compulsory
Energy and Environmental Engineering: Specialisation Energy and Environmental Engineering: Elective Compulsory
Energy Systems: Specialisation Energy Systems: Elective Compulsory
International Management and Engineering: Specialisation II. Renewable Energy: Elective Compulsory
Renewable Energies: Core Qualification: Compulsory
Process Engineering: Specialisation Environmental Process Engineering: Elective Compulsory
Course L0061: Biofuels Process Technology
Typ Lecture
Hrs/wk 1
CP 1
Workload in Hours Independent Study Time 16, Study Time in Lecture 14
Lecturer Prof. Oliver Lüdtke
Language DE
Cycle WiSe
Content
  • General introduction
  • What are biofuels?
  • Markets & trends 
  • Legal framework
  • Greenhouse gas savings 
  • Generations of biofuels 
    • first-generation bioethanol 
      • raw materials
      • fermentation distillation 
    • biobutanol / ETBE
    • second-generation bioethanol 
      • bioethanol from straw
    • first-generation biodiesel 
      • raw materials 
      • Production Process
      • Biodiesel & Natural Resources
    • HVO / HEFA 
    • second-generation biodiesel
      • Biodiesel from Algae
  • Biogas as fuel
    • the first biogas generation 
      • raw materials 
      • fermentation 
      • purification to biomethane 
    • Biogas second generation and gasification processes
  • Methanol / DME from wood and Tall oil ©
Literature
  • Skriptum zur Vorlesung
  • Drapcho, Nhuan, Walker; Biofuels Engineering Process Technology
  • Harwardt; Systematic design of separations for processing of biorenewables
  • Kaltschmitt; Hartmann; Energie aus Biomasse: Grundlagen, Techniken und Verfahren
  • Mousdale; Biofuels - Biotechnology, Chemistry and Sustainable Development
  • VDI Wärmeatlas
Course L0062: Biofuels Process Technology
Typ Recitation Section (small)
Hrs/wk 1
CP 1
Workload in Hours Independent Study Time 16, Study Time in Lecture 14
Lecturer Prof. Oliver Lüdtke
Language DE
Cycle WiSe
Content
  • Life Cycle Assessment
    • Good example for the evaluation of CO2 savings potential by alternative fuels - Choice of system boundaries and databases
  • Bioethanol production
    • Application task in the basics of thermal separation processes (rectification, extraction) will be discussed. The focus is on a column design, including heat demand, number of stages, reflux ratio ...
  • Biodiesel production
    • Procedural options for solid / liquid separation, including basic equations for estimating power, energy demand, selectivity and throughput
  • Biomethane production
    • Chemical reactions that are relevant in the production of biofuels, including equilibria, activation energies, shift reactions
Literature

Skriptum zur Vorlesung
Course L1769: World Market for Commodities from Agriculture and Forestry
Typ Lecture
Hrs/wk 1
CP 1
Workload in Hours Independent Study Time 16, Study Time in Lecture 14
Lecturer Prof. Michael Köhl, Bernhard Chilla
Language DE
Cycle WiSe
Content

1) Markets for Agricultural Commodities
What are the major markets and how are markets functioning
Recent trends in world production and consumption.
World trade is growing fast. Logistics. Bottlenecks.
The major countries with surplus production
Growing net import requirements, primarily of China, India and many other countries.
Tariff and non-tariff market barriers. Government interferences.


2) Closer Analysis of Individual Markets
Thomas Mielke will analyze in more detail the global vegetable oil markets, primarily palm oil, soya oil,
rapeseed oil, sunflower oil. Also the raw material (the oilseed) as well as the by-product (oilmeal) will
be included. The major producers and consumers.
Vegetable oils and oilmeals are extracted from the oilseed. The importance of vegetable oils and
animal fats will be highlighted, primarily in the food industry in Europe and worldwide. But in the past
15 years there have also been rapidly rising global requirements of oils & fats for non-food purposes,
primarily as a feedstock for biodiesel but also in the chemical industry.
Importance of oilmeals as an animal feed for the production of livestock and aquaculture
Oilseed area, yields per hectare as well as production of oilseeds. Analysis of the major oilseeds
worldwide. The focus will be on soybeans, rapeseed, sunflowerseed, groundnuts and cottonseed.
Regional differences in productivity. The winners and losers in global agricultural production.


3) Forecasts: Future Global Demand & Production of Vegetable Oils
Big challenges in the years ahead: Lack of arable land for the production of oilseeds, grains and other
crops. Competition with livestock. Lack of water. What are possible solutions? Need for better
education & management, more mechanization, better seed varieties and better inputs to raise yields.
The importance of prices and changes in relative prices to solve market imbalances (shortage
situations as well as surplus situations). How does it work? Time lags.
Rapidly rising population, primarily the number of people considered “middle class” in the years ahead.
Higher disposable income will trigger changing diets in favour of vegetable oils and livestock products.
Urbanization. Today, food consumption per caput is partly still very low in many developing countries,
primarily in Africa, some regions of Asia and in Central America. What changes are to be expected?
The myth and the realities of palm oil in the world of today and tomorrow.
Labour issues curb production growth: Some examples: 1) Shortage of labour in oil palm plantations in
Malaysia. 2) Structural reforms overdue for the agriculture in India, China and other countries to
become more productive and successful, thus improving the standard of living of smallholders.
Literature Lecture material
Course L1767: Thermal Biomass Utilization
Typ Lecture
Hrs/wk 2
CP 2
Workload in Hours Independent Study Time 32, Study Time in Lecture 28
Lecturer Prof. Martin Kaltschmitt
Language DE
Cycle WiSe
Content

Goal of this course is it to discuss the physical, chemical, and biological as well as the technical, economic, and environmental basics of all options to provide energy from biomass from a German and international point of view. Additionally different system approaches to use biomass for energy, aspects to integrate bioenergy within the energy system, technical and economic development potentials, and the current and expected future use within the energy system are presented.

The course is structured as follows:

  • Biomass as an energy carrier within the energy system; use of biomass in Germany and world-wide, overview on the content of the course
  • Photosynthesis, composition of organic matter, plant production, energy crops, residues, organic waste
  • Biomass provision chains for woody and herbaceous biomass, harvesting and provision, transport, storage, drying
  • Thermo-chemical conversion of solid biofuels
    • Basics of thermo-chemical conversion
    • Direct thermo-chemical conversion through combustion: combustion technologies for small and large scale units, electricity generation technologies, flue gas treatment technologies, ashes and their use
    • Gasification: Gasification technologies, producer gas cleaning technologies, options to use the cleaned producer gas for the provision of heat, electricity and/or fuels
    • Fast and slow pyrolysis: Technologies for the provision of bio-oil and/or for the provision of charcoal, oil cleaning technologies, options to use the pyrolysis oil and charcoal as an energy carrier as well as a raw material
  • Physical-chemical conversion of biomass containing oils and/or fats: Basics, oil seeds and oil fruits, vegetable oil production, production of a biofuel with standardized characteristics (trans-esterification, hydrogenation, co-processing in existing refineries), options to use this fuel, options to use the residues (i.e. meal, glycerine)
  • Bio-chemical conversion of biomass
    • Basics of bio-chemical conversion
    • Biogas: Process technologies for plants using agricultural feedstock, sewage sludge (sewage gas), organic waste fraction (landfill gas), technologies for the provision of bio methane, use of the digested slurry
    • Ethanol production: Process technologies for feedstock containing sugar, starch or celluloses, use of ethanol as a fuel, use of the stillage
Literature

Kaltschmitt, M.; Hartmann, H. (Hrsg.): Energie aus Biomasse; Springer, Berlin, Heidelberg, 2009, 2. Auflage

Course L2386: Thermal Biomass Utilization
Typ Practical Course
Hrs/wk 1
CP 1
Workload in Hours Independent Study Time 16, Study Time in Lecture 14
Lecturer Prof. Martin Kaltschmitt, Dr. Isabel Höfer
Language DE
Cycle WiSe
Content

The experiments of the practical lab course illustrate the different aspects of heat generation from biogenic solid fuels. First, different biomasses (e.g. wood, straw or agricultural residues) will be investigated; the focus will be on the calorific value of the biomass. Furthermore, the used biomass will be pelletized, the pellet properties analysed and a combustion test carried out on a pellet combustion system. The gaseous and solid pollutant emissions, especially the particulate matter emissions, are measured and the composition of the particulate matter is investigated in a further experiment. Another focus of the practical course is the consideration of options for the reduction of particulate matter emissions from biomass combustion. In the practical course, a method for particulate matter reduction will be developed and tested. All experiments will be evaluated and the results presented.

Within the practical lab course the students discuss different technical-scientific tasks, both subject-specifically and interdisciplinary. They
discuss various approaches to solving the problem and advise on the theoretical or practical implementation.
Literature

- Kaltschmitt, Martin; Hartmann, Hans; Hofbauer, Hermann: Energie aus Biomasse: Grundlagen, Techniken und Verfahren. 3. Auflage. Berlin Heidelberg: Springer Science & Business Media, 2016. -ISBN 978-3-662-47437-2
- Versuchsskript

Module M1235: Electrical Power Systems I: Introduction to Electrical Power Systems
Courses
Title Typ Hrs/wk CP
Electrical Power Systems I: Introduction to Electrical Power Systems (L1670) Lecture 3 4
Electrical Power Systems I: Introduction to Electrical Power Systems (L1671) Recitation Section (small) 2 2
Module Responsible Prof. Christian Becker
Admission Requirements None
Recommended Previous Knowledge

Fundamentals of Electrical Engineering
Educational Objectives After taking part successfully, students have reached the following learning results
Professional Competence
Knowledge

Students are able to give an overview of conventional and modern electric power systems.  They can explain in detail and critically evaluate technologies of electric power generation, transmission, storage, and distribution as well as integration of equipment into electric power systems.
Skills

With completion of this module the students are able to apply the acquired skills in applications of the design, integration, development of electric power systems and to assess the results.
Personal Competence
Social Competence

The students can participate in specialized and interdisciplinary discussions, advance ideas and represent their own work results in front of others.
Autonomy

Students can independently tap knowledge of the emphasis of the lectures. 
Workload in Hours Independent Study Time 110, Study Time in Lecture 70
Credit points 6
Course achievement None
Examination Written exam
Examination duration and scale 90 - 150 minutes
Assignment for the Following Curricula General Engineering Science (German program, 7 semester): Specialisation Electrical Engineering: Elective Compulsory
General Engineering Science (German program, 7 semester): Specialisation Green Technologies, Focus Renewable Energy: Elective Compulsory
Data Science: Core Qualification: Elective Compulsory
Electrical Engineering: Core Qualification: Elective Compulsory
Energy and Environmental Engineering: Specialisation Energy Engineering: Elective Compulsory
Energy Systems: Specialisation Energy Systems: Elective Compulsory
General Engineering Science (English program, 7 semester): Specialisation Electrical Engineering: Elective Compulsory
Green Technologies: Energy, Water, Climate: Specialisation Energy Systems: Elective Compulsory
Computational Science and Engineering: Specialisation II. Mathematics & Engineering Science: Elective Compulsory
Renewable Energies: Core Qualification: Compulsory
Theoretical Mechanical Engineering: Specialisation Energy Systems: Elective Compulsory
Course L1670: Electrical Power Systems I: Introduction to Electrical Power Systems
Typ Lecture
Hrs/wk 3
CP 4
Workload in Hours Independent Study Time 78, Study Time in Lecture 42
Lecturer Prof. Christian Becker
Language DE
Cycle WiSe
Content
  • fundamentals and current development trends in electric power engineering 
  • tasks and history of electric power systems
  • symmetric three-phase systems
  • fundamentals and modelling of eletric power systems 
    • lines
    • transformers
    • synchronous machines
    • induction machines
    • loads and compensation
    • grid structures and substations 
  • fundamentals of energy conversion
    • electro-mechanical energy conversion
    • thermodynamics
    • power station technology
    • renewable energy conversion systems
  • steady-state network calculation
    • network modelling
    • load flow calculation
    • (n-1)-criterion
  • symmetric failure calculations, short-circuit power
  • control in networks and power stations
  • grid protection
  • grid planning
  • power economy fundamentals
Literature

K. Heuck, K.-D. Dettmann, D. Schulz: "Elektrische Energieversorgung", Vieweg + Teubner, 9. Auflage, 2013

A. J. Schwab: "Elektroenergiesysteme", Springer, 5. Auflage, 2017

R. Flosdorff: "Elektrische Energieverteilung" Vieweg + Teubner, 9. Auflage, 2008
Course L1671: Electrical Power Systems I: Introduction to Electrical Power Systems
Typ Recitation Section (small)
Hrs/wk 2
CP 2
Workload in Hours Independent Study Time 32, Study Time in Lecture 28
Lecturer Prof. Christian Becker
Language DE
Cycle WiSe
Content
  • fundamentals and current development trends in electric power engineering 
  • tasks and history of electric power systems
  • symmetric three-phase systems
  • fundamentals and modelling of eletric power systems 
    • lines
    • transformers
    • synchronous machines
    • induction machines
    • loads and compensation
    • grid structures and substations 
  • fundamentals of energy conversion
    • electro-mechanical energy conversion
    • thermodynamics
    • power station technology
    • renewable energy conversion systems
  • steady-state network calculation
    • network modelling
    • load flow calculation
    • (n-1)-criterion
  • symmetric failure calculations, short-circuit power
  • control in networks and power stations
  • grid protection
  • grid planning
  • power economy fundamentals
Literature

K. Heuck, K.-D. Dettmann, D. Schulz: "Elektrische Energieversorgung", Vieweg + Teubner, 9. Auflage, 2013

A. J. Schwab: "Elektroenergiesysteme", Springer, 5. Auflage, 2017

R. Flosdorff: "Elektrische Energieverteilung" Vieweg + Teubner, 9. Auflage, 2008

Module M1303: Energy Projects - Development and Assessment
Courses
Title Typ Hrs/wk CP
Development of Renewable Energy Projects (L0003) Lecture 2 2
Renewable Energy Projects in Emerged Markets (L0014) Project Seminar 2 2
Economics of an Energy Provision from Renewables (L0005) Lecture 1 1
Economics of an Energy Provision from Renewables (L0006) Project Seminar 1 1
Module Responsible Prof. Martin Kaltschmitt
Admission Requirements None
Recommended Previous Knowledge

Environmental Assessment
Educational Objectives After taking part successfully, students have reached the following learning results
Professional Competence
Knowledge

By ending this module, students can describe the planning and development of projects using renewable energy sources. Furthermore they are able to explain the special emphasis on the economic and legal aspects in this context. 

The learning content of the different topics of the module are use-oriented; thus students can apply them i.a. in professional fields of consultation or supervision of energy projects.
Skills

By ending the module the students can apply the learned theoretical foundations of the development of renewable energy projects to exemplary energy projects and can explain technically and conceptually the resulting correlations with respect to legal and economic requirements.

As a basis for the design of renewable energy systems they can calculate the demand for thermal and/or electrical energy at operating and regional level. Regarding to this calculation they can choose and dimension possible energy systems. 

To assess sustainability aspects of renewable energy projects, the students can choose and discuss the right methodology according to the particular task. 

Through active discussions of various topics within the seminars and exercises of the module, students improve their understanding and the application of the theoretical background and are thus able to transfer what they have learned in practice.
Personal Competence
Social Competence

Students will be able to edit scientific tasks in the context of the economic analysis of renewable energy projects in a group with a high number of participants and can organize the processing time within the group. They can perform subject-specific and interdisciplinary discussions. Consequently, they can asses the knowledge of their fellow students and are able to deal with feedback on their own performance. Students can present their group results in front of others.
Autonomy

Regarding to the contents of the lectures and to solve the tasks for the economical analysis of renewable energy projects the students are able to exploit sources and acquire the particular knowledge about the subject area independently and self-organized. Based on this expertise they are able to use indenpendently calculation methods for these tasks. Regarding to these calculations, guided by the lecturers, the students can recognize self-organized theri personal level of knowledge.
Workload in Hours Independent Study Time 96, Study Time in Lecture 84
Credit points 6
Course achievement None
Examination Written exam
Examination duration and scale 2 hours written exam + Written assay from project seminar
Assignment for the Following Curricula Bioprocess Engineering: Specialisation C - Bioeconomic Process Engineering, Focus Energy and Bioprocess Technology: Elective Compulsory
Renewable Energies: Core Qualification: Compulsory
Process Engineering: Specialisation Environmental Process Engineering: Elective Compulsory
Course L0003: Development of Renewable Energy Projects
Typ Lecture
Hrs/wk 2
CP 2
Workload in Hours Independent Study Time 32, Study Time in Lecture 28
Lecturer Prof. Martin Kaltschmitt
Language DE
Cycle WiSe
Content
  • Development of renewable energy projects from the analysis of the local situation to the final energy project: what steps have to be completed in order to implement a successful regenerative energy project and what factors must be considered
  • Survey of energy demand; methods to collect the demand for thermal and/or electrical energy at operational and regional level until the point of a development of an energy master plan
  • Technology of renewable energy: how to combine the various options for using renewable energy with different supply situation in the most reasonable way? How can under certain conditions ideal combinations look like?
  • Feasibility study, requirements and content of a feasibility study
  • Legal framework for plant construction; representation of authorization rights, including the entire formal procedure for the different approval procedures in the context of the BImSch legislation; further legal requirements (including laws pertaining to construction, water and waterways, noise, etc.
  • Company structures; which company structure is the most appropriate
    for the various applications? What are the pros and cons?
  • Risk management: how the risks of renewable energy projects
    can be best determined? How the minimizing of risk can be ensured?
  • Insurance: which kinds of insurance exit? Why do you need insurance? What requirements must be met in order to obtain certain types of insurance for certain renewable energy projects for the construction and operational phase?
  • Acceptance: how the acceptance of an application for the use of renewable energy can be assessed and improved? How the acceptance can be measured?
  • Organization of realization of a project: how the construction phase of a renewable energy system is organized after the end of the planning period?
  • Acceptance: Which are the acceptance steps until the regular continuous operation (VOB acceptance, safety acceptance, approval by authority)
  • Examples: good and less good examples of project development
Literature
  • Script zur Vorlesung mit Literaturhinweisen
Course L0014: Renewable Energy Projects in Emerged Markets
Typ Project Seminar
Hrs/wk 2
CP 2
Workload in Hours Independent Study Time 32, Study Time in Lecture 28
Lecturer Prof. Andreas Wiese
Language DE
Cycle WiSe
Content
  1. Introduction
    • Development of renewable energies worldwide
      • History
      • Future markets
    • Special challenges in new markets - Overview
  2. Sample project wind farm Korea
    • Survey
    • Technical Description
    • Project phases and characteristics
  3. Funding and financing instruments for EE projects in new markets
    • Overview funding opportunitie
    • Overview countries with feed-in laws
    • Major funding programs
  4. CDM projects - why, how , examples
    • Overview CDM process
    • Examples
    • Exercise CDM
  5. Rural electrification and hybrid systems - an important future market for EE
    • Rural Electrification - Introduction
    • Types of Elektrizifierungsprojekten
    • The role of the EEInterpretation of hybrid systems
    • Project example: hybrid system Galapagos Islands
  6. Tendering process for EE projects - examples
    • South Africa
    • Brazil
  7. Selected projects from the perspective of a development bank - Wesley Urena Vargas, KfW Development Bank
    • Geothermal
    • Wind or CSP

Within the seminar, the various topics are actively discussed and applied to various cases of application.
Literature Folien der Vorlesung
Course L0005: Economics of an Energy Provision from Renewables
Typ Lecture
Hrs/wk 1
CP 1
Workload in Hours Independent Study Time 16, Study Time in Lecture 14
Lecturer Prof. Andreas Wiese
Language DE
Cycle WiSe
Content
  • Introduction: definitions; importance of cost and profitability statements for projects in the "Renewable Energies"; prices and costs; efficiency of energy systems versus profitability of individual project
  • Cost estimates and cost calculations
    • Definitions
    • Cost calculation
    • Cost estimation
    • Calculation of costs for the provision of work and power
    • Cost summaries for renewable energy technologies
    • Energy Storage: cost overviews; impact on the cost of renewable energy projects
  • Efficiency calculation
    • Definitions
    • Methods: static methods, dynamic methods (eg. LCOE (levelised cost of electricity))
    • Economic versus national economic approach
    • Power and work in cost accounting
    • Energy storage and its influence on the efficiency calculation
  • The due diligence process as an attendant of economic analysis
  • Consideration of uncertainty in projects for renewable energy
    • Definitions
    • Technical uncertainty
    • Cost uncertainties
    • Other uncertainties
  • Project financing
    • Definitions
    • Project -versus corporate finance
    • Funding models
    • Equity ratio , DSCR
    • Treatment of risks in project financing
    • Funding opportunities for renewable energy projects
    • Possible funding approaches
    • Legal requirements in Germany (EEG )
    • Emissions trading and carbon credits
Literature

Script der Vorlesung
Course L0006: Economics of an Energy Provision from Renewables
Typ Project Seminar
Hrs/wk 1
CP 1
Workload in Hours Independent Study Time 16, Study Time in Lecture 14
Lecturer Prof. Andreas Wiese
Language DE
Cycle WiSe
Content

Calculation of tasks to evaluate the economics of a renewable energy project, with the aim to deepen the complex knowledge of economic analysis and market analysis. Processing is carried out individually or in smaller groups. The following topics are covered:    

  • Stat. and dyn. calculation of profitability
  • Cost estimate plus stat. and dyn. calculation of profitability
  • sensitivity analysis
  • joint production
  • Grid parity calculation

Within the seminar, the various tasks are actively discussed and applied to various cases of application.
Literature Skript der Vorlesung

Module M1309: Dimensioning and Assessment of Renewable Energy Systems
Courses
Title Typ Hrs/wk CP
Environmental Technology and Energy Economics (L0137) Project-/problem-based Learning 2 2
Electricity Generation from Renewable Sources of Energy (L0046) Seminar 2 2
Heat Provision from Renewable Sources of Energy (L0045) Seminar 2 2
Module Responsible Prof. Martin Kaltschmitt
Admission Requirements None
Recommended Previous Knowledge

none
Educational Objectives After taking part successfully, students have reached the following learning results
Professional Competence
Knowledge

The students can describe current issue and problems in the field of renewable energies. Furthermore, they can explain aspects in relation to the provision of heat or electricity through different renewable technologies, and explain and assess them in a technical, economical and environmental way.
Skills

Students are able to solve scientific problems in the context of heat and electricity supply using renewable energy systems by:    

  • using module-comprehensive knowledge for different applications,
  • evaluating alternative input parameter regarding the solution of the task in the case of incomplete information (technical, economical and ecological parameter),
  • a systematic documentation of the work results in form of a written version, the presentation itself and the defense of contents.
Personal Competence
Social Competence

 Students can

  • respectfully work together as a team with around 2-3 members,
  • participate in subject-specific and interdisciplinary discussions in the area of dimensioning and analysis of potentials of heat and electricty supply using renewable energie, and can develop cooperated solutions,
  • defend their own work results in front of fellow students and
  •  assess the performance of fellow students in comparison to their own performance. Furthermore, they can accept professional constructive criticism.
Autonomy

Students can independently tap knowledge regarding to the given task. They are capable, in consultation with supervisors, to assess their learning level and define further steps on this basis. Furthermore, they can define targets for new application-or research-oriented duties in accordance with the potential social, economic and cultural impact.
Workload in Hours Independent Study Time 96, Study Time in Lecture 84
Credit points 6
Course achievement None
Examination Written elaboration
Examination duration and scale per course: 20 minutes presentation + written report
Assignment for the Following Curricula Bioprocess Engineering: Specialisation A - General Bioprocess Engineering: Elective Compulsory
Chemical and Bioprocess Engineering: Specialisation General Process Engineering: Elective Compulsory
Renewable Energies: Core Qualification: Compulsory
Process Engineering: Specialisation Environmental Process Engineering: Elective Compulsory
Course L0137: Environmental Technology and Energy Economics
Typ Project-/problem-based Learning
Hrs/wk 2
CP 2
Workload in Hours Independent Study Time 32, Study Time in Lecture 28
Lecturer Prof. Martin Kaltschmitt
Language DE
Cycle WiSe
Content
  • Preliminary discussion with the rules of the lecture
  • Issue of topics from the field of renewable energy technology in the form of a tender of engineering services to a group of students (depending on the number of participating students)
  • "Procurement" deal with aspects of the design, costing and environmental, economic and technical evaluation of various energy generation concepts (eg onshore wind power generation, commercial-scale photovoltaic power generation, biogas production, geothermal power and heat generation) under very special circumstances
  • Submission of a written solution of the task and distribution to the participants by the student / group of students
  • Presentation of the edited theme (20 min) with PPT presentation and subsequent discussion (20 minutes)
  • Attendance is mandatory for all seminars
Literature

Eigenständiges Literaturstudium in der Bibliothek und aus anderen Quellen.
Course L0046: Electricity Generation from Renewable Sources of Energy
Typ Seminar
Hrs/wk 2
CP 2
Workload in Hours Independent Study Time 32, Study Time in Lecture 28
Lecturer Prof. Martin Kaltschmitt
Language DE
Cycle WiSe
Content
  •  Preliminary discussion with the seminar rules
  • Distribution of the topics related to the subject of the seminar to individual students / groups of students (depending on the number of participating students)
  • Delivery of a five-page summary of the seminar topic and distribution to the participants by the student / group of students
  • Presentation of the processed topic (30 min) with PPT presentation and subsequent discussion (20 minutes)
  • Attendance is mandatory for all seminars
Literature
  • Eigenständiges Literaturstudium in der Bibliothek und aus anderen Quellen.
Course L0045: Heat Provision from Renewable Sources of Energy
Typ Seminar
Hrs/wk 2
CP 2
Workload in Hours Independent Study Time 32, Study Time in Lecture 28
Lecturer Prof. Martin Kaltschmitt
Language DE
Cycle SoSe
Content
  •  Preliminary discussion with the seminar rules
  • Distribution of the topics related to the subject of the seminar to individual students / groups of students (depending on the number of participating students)
  • Delivery of a five-page summary of the seminar topic and distribution to the participants by the student / group of students
  • Presentation of the processed topic (30 min) with PPT presentation and subsequent discussion (20 minutes)
  • Attendance is mandatory for all seminars
Literature

Eigenständiges Literaturstudium in der Bibliothek und aus anderen Quellen.

Module M0512: Use of Solar Energy
Courses
Title Typ Hrs/wk CP
Energy Meteorology (L0016) Lecture 1 1
Energy Meteorology (L0017) Recitation Section (small) 1 1
Collector Technology (L0018) Lecture 2 2
Solar Power Generation (L0015) Lecture 2 2
Module Responsible Prof. Martin Kaltschmitt
Admission Requirements None
Recommended Previous Knowledge none
Educational Objectives After taking part successfully, students have reached the following learning results
Professional Competence
Knowledge

With the completion of this module, students will be able to deal with technical foundations and current issues and problems in the field of solar energy and explain and evaulate these critically in consideration of the prior curriculum and current subject specific issues. In particular they can professionally describe the processes within a solar cell and explain the specific features of application of solar modules. Furthermore, they can provide an overview of the collector technology in solar thermal systems.
Skills

Students can apply the acquired theoretical foundations of exemplary energy systems using solar radiation. In this context, for example they can assess and evaluate potential and constraints of solar energy systems with respect to different geographical assumptions. They are able to dimension solar energy systems in consideration of technical aspects and given assumptions. Using module-comprehensive knowledge students can evalute the economic and ecologic conditions of these systems. They can select calculation methods within the radiation theory for these topics. 
Personal Competence
Social Competence

Students are able to discuss issues in the thematic fields in the renewable energy sector addressed within the module.
Autonomy

Students can independently exploit sources and acquire the particular knowledge about the subject area with respect to emphasis fo the lectures. Furthermore, with the assistance of lecturers, they can discrete use calculation methods for analysing and dimensioning solar energy systems. Based on this procedure they can concrete assess their specific learning level and can consequently define the further workflow. 
Workload in Hours Independent Study Time 96, Study Time in Lecture 84
Credit points 6
Course achievement None
Examination Written exam
Examination duration and scale 3 hours written exam
Assignment for the Following Curricula Energy Systems: Specialisation Energy Systems: Elective Compulsory
International Management and Engineering: Specialisation II. Renewable Energy: Elective Compulsory
International Management and Engineering: Specialisation II. Energy and Environmental Engineering: Elective Compulsory
Renewable Energies: Core Qualification: Compulsory
Theoretical Mechanical Engineering: Specialisation Energy Systems: Elective Compulsory
Process Engineering: Specialisation Environmental Process Engineering: Elective Compulsory
Course L0016: Energy Meteorology
Typ Lecture
Hrs/wk 1
CP 1
Workload in Hours Independent Study Time 16, Study Time in Lecture 14
Lecturer Dr. Volker Matthias, Dr. Beate Geyer
Language DE
Cycle SoSe
Content
  • Introduction: radiation source Sun, Astronomical Foundations, Fundamentals of radiation
  • Structure of the atmosphere
  • Properties and laws of radiation
    • Polarization
    • Radiation quantities 
    • Planck's radiation law
    • Wien's displacement law
    • Stefan-Boltzmann law
    • Kirchhoff's law
    • Brightness temperature
    • Absorption, reflection, transmission
  • Radiation balance, global radiation, energy balance
  • Atmospheric extinction
  • Mie and Rayleigh scattering
  • Radiative transfer
  • Optical effects in the atmosphere
  • Calculation of the sun and calculate radiation on inclined surfaces
Literature
  • Helmut Kraus: Die Atmosphäre der Erde
  • Hans Häckel: Meteorologie
  • Grant W. Petty: A First Course in Atmosheric Radiation
  • Martin Kaltschmitt, Wolfgang Streicher, Andreas Wiese: Renewable Energy
  • Alexander Löw, Volker Matthias: Skript Optik Strahlung Fernerkundung
Course L0017: Energy Meteorology
Typ Recitation Section (small)
Hrs/wk 1
CP 1
Workload in Hours Independent Study Time 16, Study Time in Lecture 14
Lecturer Dr. Beate Geyer
Language DE
Cycle SoSe
Content See interlocking course
Literature See interlocking course
Course L0018: Collector Technology
Typ Lecture
Hrs/wk 2
CP 2
Workload in Hours Independent Study Time 32, Study Time in Lecture 28
Lecturer Prof. Agis Papadopoulos
Language DE
Cycle SoSe
Content
  • Introduction: Energy demand and application of solar energy.
  • Heat transfer in the solar thermal energy: conduction, convection, radiation.
  • Collectors: Types, structure, efficiency, dimensioning, concentrated systems.
  • Energy storage: Requirements, types.
  • Passive solar energy: components and systems.
  • Solar thermal low temperature systems: collector variants, construction, calculation.
  • Solar thermal high temperature systems: Classification of solar power plants construction.
  • Solar air conditioning.
Literature
  • Vorlesungsskript.
  • Kaltschmitt, Streicher und Wiese (Hrsg.). Erneuerbare Energien: Systemtechnik, Wirtschaftlichkeit, Umweltaspekte, 5. Auflage, Springer, 2013.
  • Stieglitz und Heinzel .Thermische Solarenergie: Grundlagen, Technologie, Anwendungen. Springer, 2012.
  • Von Böckh und Wetzel. Wärmeübertragung: Grundlagen und Praxis, Springer, 2011.
  • Baehr und Stephan. Wärme- und Stoffübertragung. Springer, 2009.
  • de Vos. Thermodynamics of solar energy conversion. Wiley-VCH, 2008.
  • Mohr, Svoboda und Unger. Praxis solarthermischer Kraftwerke. Springer, 1999.
Course L0015: Solar Power Generation
Typ Lecture
Hrs/wk 2
CP 2
Workload in Hours Independent Study Time 32, Study Time in Lecture 28
Lecturer Martin Schlecht, Paola Pignatelli, Prof. Alf Mews, Roman Fritsches-Baguhl
Language DE
Cycle SoSe
Content

Photovoltaics:

  1. Introduction
  2. Primary energies and consumption, available solar energy
  3. Physics of the ideal solar cell
  4. Light absorption, PN transition, characteristic sizes of the solar cell, efficiency
  5. Physics of the real solar cell
  6. Charge carrier recombination, characteristic curves, barrier layer recombination, equivalent circuit diagram
  7. Increasing efficiency
  8. Methods for increasing the quantum yield and reducing recombination
  9. Hetero- and tandem structures
  10. Heterojunction, Schottky, electrochemical, MIS and SIS cell, tandem cell
  11. Concentrator cells
  12. Concentrator optics and tracking systems, concentrator cells
  13. Technology and properties: solar cell types, manufacturing, monocrystalline silicon and gallium arsenide, polycrystalline silicon and silicon thin film cells, thin film cells on carriers (amorphous silicon, CIS, electrochemical cells)
  14. Modules
  15. Switches

Concentrating solar power plants:

  1. Introduction
  2. Point focused technologies
  3. Line focused technologies
  4. Design of CSP projects
Literature
  • A. Götzberger, B. Voß, J. Knobloch: Sonnenenergie: Photovoltaik, Teubner Studienskripten, Stuttgart, 1995
  • A. Götzberger: Sonnenenergie: Photovoltaik : Physik und Technologie der Solarzelle, Teubner Stuttgart, 1994
  • H.-J. Lewerenz, H. Jungblut: Photovoltaik, Springer, Berlin, Heidelberg, New York, 1995
  • A. Götzberger: Photovoltaic solar energy generation, Springer, Berlin, 2005
  • C. Hu, R. M. White: Solar CelIs, Mc Graw HilI, New York, 1983
  • H.-G. Wagemann: Grundlagen der photovoltaischen Energiewandlung: Solarstrahlung, Halbleitereigenschaften und Solarzellenkonzepte, Teubner, Stuttgart, 1994
  • R. J. van Overstraeten, R.P. Mertens: Physics, technology and use of photovoltaics, Adam Hilger Ltd, Bristol and Boston, 1986
  • B. O. Seraphin: Solar energy conversion Topics of applied physics V 01 31, Springer, Berlin, Heidelberg, New York, 1995
  • P. Würfel: Physics of Solar cells, Principles and new concepts, Wiley-VCH, Weinheim 2005
  • U. Rindelhardt: Photovoltaische Stromversorgung, Teubner-Reihe Umwelt, Stuttgart 2001
  • V. Quaschning: Regenerative Energiesysteme, Hanser, München, 2003
  • G. Schmitz: Regenerative Energien, Ringvorlesung TU Hamburg-Harburg 1994/95, Institut für Energietechnik

Module M0513: System Aspects of Renewable Energies
Courses
Title Typ Hrs/wk CP
Fuel Cells, Batteries, and Gas Storage: New Materials for Energy Production and Storage (L0021) Lecture 2 2
Energy Trading (L0019) Lecture 1 1
Energy Trading (L0020) Recitation Section (small) 1 1
Deep Geothermal Energy (L0025) Lecture 2 2
Module Responsible Prof. Martin Kaltschmitt
Admission Requirements None
Recommended Previous Knowledge

Module: Technical Thermodynamics I

Module: Technical Thermodynamics II
Educational Objectives After taking part successfully, students have reached the following learning results
Professional Competence
Knowledge Students are able to describe the processes in energy trading and the design of energy markets and can critically evaluate them in relation to current subject specific problems. Furthermore, they are able to explain the basics of thermodynamics of electrochemical energy conversion in fuel cells and can establish and explain the relationship to different types of fuel cells and their respective structure. Students can compare this technology with other energy storage options. In addition, students can give an overview of the procedure and the energetic involvement of deep geothermal energy.
Skills

Students can apply the learned knowledge of storage systems for excessive energy to explain for various energy systems different approaches to ensure a secure energy supply. In particular, they can plan and calculate domestic, commercial and industrial heating equipment using energy storage systems in an energy-efficient way and can assess them in relation to complex power systems. In this context, students can assess the potential and limits of geothermal power plants and explain their operating mode.

Furthermore, the students are able to explain the procedures and strategies for marketing of energy and apply it in the context of other modules on renewable energy projects. In this context they can unassistedly carry out analysis and evaluations of energie markets and energy trades. 
Personal Competence
Social Competence

Students are able to discuss issues in the thematic fields in the renewable energy sector addressed within the module.
Autonomy

Students can independently exploit sources , acquire the particular knowledge about the subject area and transform it to new questions.

Workload in Hours Independent Study Time 96, Study Time in Lecture 84
Credit points 6
Course achievement None
Examination Written exam
Examination duration and scale 3 hours written exam
Assignment for the Following Curricula Bioprocess Engineering: Specialisation A - General Bioprocess Engineering: Elective Compulsory
International Management and Engineering: Specialisation II. Renewable Energy: Elective Compulsory
International Management and Engineering: Specialisation II. Energy and Environmental Engineering: Elective Compulsory
International Management and Engineering: Specialisation II. Process Engineering and Biotechnology: Elective Compulsory
Renewable Energies: Core Qualification: Compulsory
Process Engineering: Specialisation Environmental Process Engineering: Elective Compulsory
Process Engineering: Specialisation Process Engineering: Elective Compulsory
Water and Environmental Engineering: Specialisation Water: Elective Compulsory
Water and Environmental Engineering: Specialisation Environment: Elective Compulsory
Course L0021: Fuel Cells, Batteries, and Gas Storage: New Materials for Energy Production and Storage
Typ Lecture
Hrs/wk 2
CP 2
Workload in Hours Independent Study Time 32, Study Time in Lecture 28
Lecturer Prof. Michael Fröba
Language DE
Cycle SoSe
Content
  1. Introduction to electrochemical energy conversion
  2. Function and structure of electrolyte
  3. Low-temperature fuel cell
    • Types
    • Thermodynamics of the PEM fuel cell
    • Cooling and humidification strategy
  4. High-temperature fuel cell
    • The MCFC
    • The SOFC
    • Integration Strategies and partial reforming
  5. Fuels
    • Supply of fuel
    • Reforming of natural gas and biogas
    • Reforming of liquid hydrocarbons
  6. Energetic Integration and control of fuel cell systems
Literature
  • Hamann, C.; Vielstich, W.: Elektrochemie 3. Aufl.; Weinheim: Wiley - VCH, 2003
Course L0019: Energy Trading
Typ Lecture
Hrs/wk 1
CP 1
Workload in Hours Independent Study Time 16, Study Time in Lecture 14
Lecturer Michael Sagorje, Dr. Sven Orlowski
Language DE
Cycle SoSe
Content
  • Basic concepts and tradable products in energy markets
  • Primary energy markets
  • Electricity Markets
  • European Emissions Trading Scheme
  • Influence of renewable energy
  • Real options
  • Risk management

Within the exercise the various tasks are actively discussed and applied to various cases of application.
Literature
Course L0020: Energy Trading
Typ Recitation Section (small)
Hrs/wk 1
CP 1
Workload in Hours Independent Study Time 16, Study Time in Lecture 14
Lecturer Michael Sagorje, Dr. Sven Orlowski
Language DE
Cycle SoSe
Content See interlocking course
Literature See interlocking course
Course L0025: Deep Geothermal Energy
Typ Lecture
Hrs/wk 2
CP 2
Workload in Hours Independent Study Time 32, Study Time in Lecture 28
Lecturer Dr. Ben Norden
Language DE
Cycle SoSe
Content
  1. Introduction to the deep geothermal use
  2. Geological Basics I
  3. Geological Basics II
  4. Geology and thermal aspects
  5. Rock Physical Aspects
  6. Geochemical aspects
  7. Exploration of deep geothermal reservoirs
  8. Drilling technologies, piping and expansion
  9. Borehole Geophysics
  10. Underground system characterization and reservoir engineering
  11. Microbiology and Upper-day system components
  12. Adapted investment concepts, cost and environmental aspect
Literature
  • Dipippo, R.: Geothermal Power Plants: Principles, Applications, Case Studies and Environmental Impact. Butterworth Heinemann; 3rd revised edition. (29. Mai 2012)
  • www.geo-energy.org
  • Edenhofer et al. (eds): Renewable Energy Sources and Climate Change Mitigation; Special Report of the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change. Cambridge University Press, 2012.
  • Kaltschmitt et al. (eds): Erneuerbare Energien: Systemtechnik, Wirtschaftlichkeit, Umweltaspekte. Springer, 5. Aufl. 2013.
  • Kaltschmitt et al. (eds): Energie aus Erdwärme. Spektrum Akademischer Verlag; Auflage: 1999 (3. September 2001)
  • Huenges, E. (ed.): Geothermal Energy Systems: Exploration, Development, and Utilization. Wiley-VCH Verlag GmbH & Co. KGaA; Auflage: 1. Auflage (19. April 2010)

Module M1308: Modelling and technical design of bio refinery processes
Courses
Title Typ Hrs/wk CP
Biorefineries - Technical Design and Optimization (L1832) Project-/problem-based Learning 3 3
CAPE in Energy Engineering (L0022) Projection Course 3 3
Module Responsible Prof. Martin Kaltschmitt
Admission Requirements None
Recommended Previous Knowledge

Bachelor degree in Process Engineering, Bioprocess Engineering or Energy- and Environmental Engineering
Educational Objectives After taking part successfully, students have reached the following learning results
Professional Competence
Knowledge The tudents can completely design a technical process including mass and energy balances, calculation and layout of different process devices, layout of measurement- and control systems as well as modeling of the overall process.

Furthermore, they can describe the basics of the general procedure for the processing of modeling tasks, especially with ASPEN PLUS ® and ASPEN CUSTOM MODELER ®.
Skills Students are able to simulate and solve scientific task in the context of renewable energy technologies by:    
  • development of modul-comprehensive approaches for the dimensioning and design of production processes
  • evaluating alternatives input parameter to solve the particular task even with incomplete information,
  • a systematic documentation of the work results in form of a written version, the presentation itself and the defense of contents.

They can use the ASPEN PLUS ® and ASPEN CUSTOM MODELER ® for modeling energy systems and to evaluate the simulation solutions.

Through active discussions of various topics within the seminars and exercises of the module, students improve their understanding and the application of the theoretical background and are thus able to transfer what they have learned in practice.
Personal Competence
Social Competence Students can
  • respectfully work together as a team with around 2-3 members,
  • participate in subject-specific and interdisciplinary discussions in the area of dimensioning and design of production processes, and can develop cooperated solutions,
  • defend their own work results in front of fellow students and

assess the performance of fellow students in comparison to their own performance. Furthermore, they can accept professional constructive criticism.
Autonomy

Students can independently tap knowledge regarding to the given task. They are capable, in consultation with supervisors, to assess their learning level and define further steps on this basis. Furthermore, they can define targets for new application-or research-oriented duties in accordance with the potential social, economic and cultural impact.
Workload in Hours Independent Study Time 96, Study Time in Lecture 84
Credit points 6
Course achievement None
Examination Written elaboration
Examination duration and scale Written report incl. presentation
Assignment for the Following Curricula Bioprocess Engineering: Specialisation A - General Bioprocess Engineering: Elective Compulsory
Bioprocess Engineering: Specialisation C - Bioeconomic Process Engineering, Focus Energy and Bioprocess Technology: Elective Compulsory
Chemical and Bioprocess Engineering: Specialisation General Process Engineering: Elective Compulsory
Renewable Energies: Core Qualification: Compulsory
Process Engineering: Specialisation Environmental Process Engineering: Elective Compulsory
Course L1832: Biorefineries - Technical Design and Optimization
Typ Project-/problem-based Learning
Hrs/wk 3
CP 3
Workload in Hours Independent Study Time 48, Study Time in Lecture 42
Lecturer Prof. Oliver Lüdtke
Language DE
Cycle SoSe
Content

I. Repetition of engineering basics

  1. Shell and tube heat exchangers
  2. Steam generators and refrigerating machines
  3. Pumps and turbines
  4. Flow in piping networks
  5. Pumping and mixing of non-newtonian fluids
  6. Requirements to a detailed layout plan 

 II. Calculation:

  1. Planning and design of a specific bio-refinery plant section, such as Ethanol distillation and fermentation. This is based on empirical valuse of a real, industrial plant.
    • Mass and energy balances (Aspen)
    • Equipment design (heat exchangers, pumps, pipes, tanks, etc.) (
    • Isolation, wall thickness and material selection
    • Energy demand (electrical, heat or cooling), design of steam boilers and appliances
    • Selection of fittings, measuring instruments and safety equipment
    • Definition of main control loops
  2. Hereby, the dependencies of transport phenomena between certain plant sections become evident and methods of calculation are introduced.
  3. In Detail Engineering , it is focused on aspects of plant engineering planning that are relevant for the subsequent construction of the plant.
  4. Depending of time requirement and group size a cost estimation and preparation of a complete R&I flow chart can be implemented as well.
Literature

Perry, R.;Green, R.: Perry's Chemical Engineers' Handbook, 8th Edition, McGraw Hill Professional, 2007

Sinnot, R. K.: Chemical Engineering Design, Elsevier, 2014
Course L0022: CAPE in Energy Engineering
Typ Projection Course
Hrs/wk 3
CP 3
Workload in Hours Independent Study Time 48, Study Time in Lecture 42
Lecturer Prof. Martin Kaltschmitt
Language DE
Cycle SoSe
Content

  • CAPE = Computer-Aided-Project-Engineering

  • INTRODUCTION TO THE THEORY    
    • Classes of simulation programs
    • Sequential modular approach
    • Equation-oriented approach
    • Simultaneous modular approach
    • General procedure for the processing of modeling tasks
    • Special procedure for solving models with repatriations
  • COMPUTER EXERCISES renewable energy projects WITH ASPEN PLUS ® AND ASPEN CUSTOM MODELER ®    
    • Scope, potential and limitations of Aspen Plus ® and Aspen Custom Modeler ®
    • Use of integrated databases for material data
    • Methods for estimating non-existent physical property data
    • Use of model libraries and Process Synthesis
    • Application of design specifications and sensitivity analyzes
    • Solving optimization problems

Within the seminar, the various tasks are actively discussed and applied to various cases of application.
Literature
  • Aspen Plus® - Aspen Plus User Guide
  • William L. Luyben; Distillation Design and Control Using Aspen Simulation; ISBN-10: 0-471-77888-5

Module M0511: Electrical Energy from Solar Radiation and Wind Power
Courses
Title Typ Hrs/wk CP
Sustainability Management (L0007) Lecture 2 1
Hydro Power Use (L0013) Lecture 1 1
Wind Turbine Plants (L0011) Lecture 2 3
Wind Energy Use - Focus Offshore (L0012) Lecture 1 1
Module Responsible Dr. Isabel Höfer
Admission Requirements None
Recommended Previous Knowledge

Module: Technical Thermodynamics I,

Module: Technical Thermodynamics II,

Module: Fundamentals of Fluid Mechanics
Educational Objectives After taking part successfully, students have reached the following learning results
Professional Competence
Knowledge

By ending this module students can explain in detail knowledge of wind turbines with a particular focus of wind energy use in offshore conditions and can critical comment these aspects in consideration of current developments. Furthermore, they are able to describe fundamentally the use of water power to generate electricity. The students reproduce and explain the basic procedure in the implementation of renewable energy projects in countries outside Europe.

Through active discussions of various topics within the seminar of the module, students improve their understanding and the application of the theoretical background and are thus able to transfer what they have learned in practice.
Skills  Students are able to apply the acquired theoretical foundations on exemplary water or wind power systems and evaluate and assess technically the resulting relationships in the context of dimensioning and operation of these energy systems. They can in compare critically the special procedure for the implementation of renewable energy projects in countries outside Europe with the in principle applied approach in Europe and can apply this procedure on exemplary theoretical projects.
Personal Competence
Social Competence  Students can discuss scientific tasks subjet-specificly and multidisciplinary within a seminar.
Autonomy

Students can independently exploit sources in the context of the emphasis of the lecture material to clear the contents of the lecture and to acquire the particular knowledge about the subject area.
Workload in Hours Independent Study Time 96, Study Time in Lecture 84
Credit points 6
Course achievement None
Examination Written exam
Examination duration and scale 2.5 hours written exam + written elaboration (incl. presentation) in sustainability management
Assignment for the Following Curricula Civil Engineering: Specialisation Structural Engineering: Elective Compulsory
Civil Engineering: Specialisation Geotechnical Engineering: Elective Compulsory
Civil Engineering: Specialisation Coastal Engineering: Elective Compulsory
International Management and Engineering: Specialisation II. Energy and Environmental Engineering: Elective Compulsory
International Management and Engineering: Specialisation II. Renewable Energy: Elective Compulsory
Product Development, Materials and Production: Specialisation Product Development: Elective Compulsory
Product Development, Materials and Production: Specialisation Production: Elective Compulsory
Product Development, Materials and Production: Specialisation Materials: Elective Compulsory
Renewable Energies: Core Qualification: Compulsory
Theoretical Mechanical Engineering: Specialisation Energy Systems: Elective Compulsory
Process Engineering: Specialisation Environmental Process Engineering: Elective Compulsory
Water and Environmental Engineering: Specialisation Environment: Compulsory
Water and Environmental Engineering: Specialisation Cities: Elective Compulsory
Course L0007: Sustainability Management
Typ Lecture
Hrs/wk 2
CP 1
Workload in Hours Independent Study Time 2, Study Time in Lecture 28
Lecturer Dr. Anne Rödl
Language DE
Cycle SoSe
Content

The lecture "Sustainability Management" gives an insight into the different aspects and dimensions of sustainability. First, essential terms and definitions, significant developments of the last years, and legal framework conditions are explained. The various aspects of sustainability are then presented and discussed in detail. The lecture mainly focuses on concepts for the implementation of the topic sustainability in companies:

  • What is "sustainability"?
  • Why is this concept an important topic for companies?
  • What opportunities and business risks are addressed or are associated with it?
  • How can the often mentioned three pillars of sustainability - economy, ecology, and social- be meaningfully integrated into corporate management despite their sometimes contradictory tendencies, and how a corresponding compromise can be found?
  • What concepts or frameworks exist for the implementation of sustainability management in companies?
  • Which sustainability labels exist for products or companies? What do they have in common, and where do they differ?

Furthermore, the lecture is intended to provide insights into the concrete implementation of sustainability aspects into business practice. External lecturers from companies will be invited to report on how sustainability is integrated into their daily processes.

In the course of an independently carried out group work, the students will analyze and discuss the implementation of sustainability aspects based on short case studies. By studying and comparing best practice examples, the students will learn about corporate decisions' effects and implications. It should become clear which risks or opportunities are associated if sustainability aspects are taken into account in management decisions.
Literature

Die folgenden Bücher bieten einen Überblick:

Engelfried, J. (2011) Nachhaltiges Umweltmanagement. München: Oldenbourg Verlag. 2. Auflage

Corsten H., Roth S. (Hrsg.) (2011) Nachhaltigkeit - Unternehmerisches Handeln in globaler Verantwortung. Wiesbaden: Gabler Verlag.
Course L0013: Hydro Power Use
Typ Lecture
Hrs/wk 1
CP 1
Workload in Hours Independent Study Time 16, Study Time in Lecture 14
Lecturer Prof. Stefan Achleitner
Language DE
Cycle SoSe
Content
  • Introduction, importance of water power in the national and global context
  • Physical basics: Bernoulli's equation, usable height of fall, hydrological measures, loss mechanisms, efficiencies
  • Classification of Hydropower: Flow and Storage hydropower, low and high pressure systems
  • Construction of hydroelectric power plants: description of the individual components and their technical system interaction
  • Structural engineering components; representation of dams, weirs, dams, power houses, computer systems, etc.
  • Energy Technical Components: Illustration of the different types of hydraulic machinery, generators and grid connection
  • Hydropower and the Environment
  • Examples from practice
Literature
  • Schröder, W.; Euler, G.; Schneider, K.: Grundlagen des Wasserbaus; Werner, Düsseldorf, 1999, 4. Auflage
  • Quaschning, V.: Regenerative Energiesysteme: Technologie - Berechnung - Simulation; Carl Hanser, München, 2011, 7. Auflage
  • Giesecke, J.; Heimerl, S.; Mosony, E.: Wasserkraftanlagen ‑ Planung, Bau und Betrieb; Springer, Berlin, Heidelberg, 2009, 5. Auflage
  • von König, F.; Jehle, C.: Bau von Wasserkraftanlagen - Praxisbezogene Planungsunterlagen; C. F. Müller, Heidelberg, 2005, 4. Auflage
  • Strobl, T.; Zunic, F.: Wasserbau: Aktuelle Grundlagen - Neue Entwicklungen; Springer, Berlin, Heidelberg, 2006
Course L0011: Wind Turbine Plants
Typ Lecture
Hrs/wk 2
CP 3
Workload in Hours Independent Study Time 62, Study Time in Lecture 28
Lecturer Dr. Rudolf Zellermann
Language DE
Cycle SoSe
Content
  • Historical development
  • Wind: origins, geographic and temporal distribution, locations
  • Power coefficient, rotor thrust
  • Aerodynamics of the rotor
  • Operating performance
  • Power limitation, partial load, pitch and stall control
  • Plant selection, yield prediction, economy
  • Excursion
Literature

Gasch, R., Windkraftanlagen, 4. Auflage, Teubner-Verlag, 2005
Course L0012: Wind Energy Use - Focus Offshore
Typ Lecture
Hrs/wk 1
CP 1
Workload in Hours Independent Study Time 16, Study Time in Lecture 14
Lecturer Prof. Martin Skiba
Language DE
Cycle SoSe
Content
  • Introduction, importance of offshore wind power generation, Specific requirements for offshore engineering
  • Physical fundamentals for utilization of wind energy
  • Design and operation of offshore wind turbines, presentation of different concepts of offshore wind turbines, representation of the individual system components and their system-technical relationships
  • Foundation engineering, offshore site investigation, presentation of different concepts of offshore foundation structures, planning and fabrication of foundation structures
  • Electrical infrastructure of an offshore wind farm, Inner Park cabling, offshore substation, grid connection
  • Installation of offshore wind farms, installation techniques and auxiliary devices, construction logistics
  • Development and planning of offshore wind farms
  • Operation and optimization of offshore wind farms
  • Day excursion
Literature
  • Gasch, R.; Twele, J.: Windkraftanlagen - Grundlagen, Entwurf, Planung und Betrieb; Vieweg + Teubner, Stuttgart, 2007, 7. Auflage
  • Molly, J. P.: Windenergie - Theorie, Anwendung, Messung; C. F. Müller, Heidel-berg, 1997, 3. Auflage
  • Hau, E.: Windkraftanalagen; Springer, Berlin, Heidelberg, 2008, 4.Auflage
  • Heier, S.: Windkraftanlagen - Systemauslegung, Integration und Regelung; Vieweg + Teubner, Stuttgart, 2009, 5. Auflage
  • Jarass, L.; Obermair, G.M.; Voigt, W.: Windenergie: Zuverlässige Integration in die Energieversorgung; Springer, Berlin, Heidelberg, 2009, 2. Auflage

Module M0742: Thermal Energy Systems
Courses
Title Typ Hrs/wk CP
Thermal Engergy Systems (L0023) Lecture 3 5
Thermal Engergy Systems (L0024) Recitation Section (large) 1 1
Module Responsible Prof. Arne Speerforck
Admission Requirements None
Recommended Previous Knowledge Technical Thermodynamics I, II, Fluid Dynamics, Heat Transfer
Educational Objectives After taking part successfully, students have reached the following learning results
Professional Competence
Knowledge

Students know the different energy conversion stages and the difference between efficiency and annual efficiency. They have increased knowledge in heat and mass transfer, especially in regard to buildings and mobile applications. They are familiar with German energy saving code and other technical relevant rules. They know to differ different heating systems in the domestic and industrial area and how to control such heating systems. They are able to model a furnace and to calculate the transient temperatures in a furnace. They have the basic knowledge of emission formations in the flames of small burners  and how to conduct the flue gases into the atmosphere. They are able to model thermodynamic systems with object oriented languages.


Skills

Students are able to calculate the heating demand for different heating systems and to choose the suitable components. They are able to calculate a pipeline network and have the ability to perform simple planning tasks, regarding solar energy. They can write Modelica programs and can transfer research knowledge into practice. They are able to perform scientific work in the field of thermal engineering.
Personal Competence
Social Competence

In lectures and exercises, the students can use many examples and experiments to discuss in small groups in a goal-oriented manner, develop a solution and present it. Within the exercises, the students can independently develop further questions and work out targeted solutions.
Autonomy

Students are able to define tasks independently, to develop the necessary knowledge themselves based on the knowledge they have received, and to use suitable means for implementation. In the exercises, the students discuss the methods taught in the lectures using complex tasks and critically analyze the results.
Workload in Hours Independent Study Time 124, Study Time in Lecture 56
Credit points 6
Course achievement None
Examination Written exam
Examination duration and scale 60 min
Assignment for the Following Curricula Bioprocess Engineering: Specialisation A - General Bioprocess Engineering: Elective Compulsory
Energy Systems: Specialisation Energy Systems: Compulsory
Energy Systems: Specialisation Marine Engineering: Elective Compulsory
International Management and Engineering: Specialisation II. Energy and Environmental Engineering: Elective Compulsory
Product Development, Materials and Production: Core Qualification: Elective Compulsory
Renewable Energies: Core Qualification: Compulsory
Theoretical Mechanical Engineering: Specialisation Energy Systems: Elective Compulsory
Process Engineering: Specialisation Process Engineering: Elective Compulsory
Course L0023: Thermal Engergy Systems
Typ Lecture
Hrs/wk 3
CP 5
Workload in Hours Independent Study Time 108, Study Time in Lecture 42
Lecturer Prof. Arne Speerforck, Prof. Gerhard Schmitz
Language DE
Cycle WiSe
Content

1. Introduction

2. Fundamentals of Thermal Engineering 2.1 Heat Conduction 2.2 Convection 2.3 Radiation 2.4 Heat transition 2.5 Combustion parameters 2.6 Electrical heating 2.7 Water vapor transport

3. Heating Systems 3.1 Warm water heating systems 3.2 Warm water supply 3.3 piping calculation 3.4 boilers, heat pumps, solar collectors 3.5 Air heating systems 3.6 radiative heating systems

4. Thermal traetment systems 4.1 Industrial furnaces 4.2 Melting furnaces 4.3 Drying plants 4.4 Emission control 4.5 Chimney calculation 4.6 Energy measuring

5. Laws and standards 5.1 Buildings 5.2 Industrial plants
Literature
  • Schmitz, G.: Klimaanlagen, Skript zur Vorlesung
  • VDI Wärmeatlas, 11. Auflage, Springer Verlag, Düsseldorf 2013
  • Herwig, H.; Moschallski, A.: Wärmeübertragung, Vieweg+Teubner Verlag, Wiesbaden 2009
  • Recknagel, H.;  Sprenger, E.; Schrammek, E.-R.: Taschenbuch für Heizung- und Klimatechnik 2013/2014, 76. Auflage, Deutscher Industrieverlag, 2013
Course L0024: Thermal Engergy Systems
Typ Recitation Section (large)
Hrs/wk 1
CP 1
Workload in Hours Independent Study Time 16, Study Time in Lecture 14
Lecturer Prof. Arne Speerforck
Language DE
Cycle WiSe
Content See interlocking course
Literature See interlocking course

Specialization Bioenergy Systems

In the specialization "Bioenergy systems" advanced knowledge for the energetic utilisation of biomass is provided. This implicates, inter alia, the processing and use of wood as an energy resource, but also an understanding about procedures and concepts which enable energy recovery from waste.

Module M1343: Structure and properties of fibre-polymer-composites
Courses
Title Typ Hrs/wk CP
Structure and properties of fibre-polymer-composites (L1894) Lecture 2 3
Structure and properties of fibre-polymer-composites (L2614) Project-/problem-based Learning 2 2
Structure and properties of fibre-polymer-composites (L2613) Recitation Section (large) 1 1
Module Responsible Prof. Bodo Fiedler
Admission Requirements None
Recommended Previous Knowledge Basics: chemistry / physics / materials science
Educational Objectives After taking part successfully, students have reached the following learning results
Professional Competence
Knowledge

Students can use the knowledge of  fiber-reinforced composites (FRP) and its constituents to play (fiber / matrix) and define the necessary testing and analysis.

They can explain the complex relationships structure-property relationship and

the interactions of chemical structure of the polymers, their processing with the different fiber types, including to explain neighboring contexts (e.g. sustainability, environmental protection).
Skills

Students are capable of

  • using standardized calculation methods in a given context to mechanical properties (modulus, strength) to calculate and evaluate the different materials.
  • approximate sizing using the network theory of the structural elements implement and evaluate.
  • selecting appropriate solutions for mechanical recycling problems and sizing example stiffness, corrosion resistance.
Personal Competence
Social Competence

Students can

  • arrive at funded work results in heterogenius groups and document them.
  • provide appropriate feedback and handle feedback on their own performance constructively.
Autonomy

Students are able to

- assess their own strengths and weaknesses.

- assess their own state of learning in specific terms and to define further work steps on this basis.

- assess possible consequences of their professional activity.
Workload in Hours Independent Study Time 110, Study Time in Lecture 70
Credit points 6
Course achievement None
Examination Written exam
Examination duration and scale 90 min
Assignment for the Following Curricula Energy Systems: Core Qualification: Elective Compulsory
Aircraft Systems Engineering: Core Qualification: Elective Compulsory
International Management and Engineering: Specialisation II. Product Development and Production: Elective Compulsory
Materials Science: Specialisation Engineering Materials: Elective Compulsory
Mechanical Engineering and Management: Core Qualification: Compulsory
Product Development, Materials and Production: Specialisation Product Development: Elective Compulsory
Product Development, Materials and Production: Specialisation Production: Elective Compulsory
Product Development, Materials and Production: Specialisation Materials: Compulsory
Renewable Energies: Specialisation Bioenergy Systems: Elective Compulsory
Renewable Energies: Specialisation Wind Energy Systems: Elective Compulsory
Renewable Energies: Specialisation Solar Energy Systems: Elective Compulsory
Theoretical Mechanical Engineering: Specialisation Materials Science: Elective Compulsory
Course L1894: Structure and properties of fibre-polymer-composites
Typ Lecture
Hrs/wk 2
CP 3
Workload in Hours Independent Study Time 62, Study Time in Lecture 28
Lecturer Prof. Bodo Fiedler
Language EN
Cycle SoSe
Content

- Microstructure and properties of the matrix and reinforcing materials and their interaction
- Development of composite materials
- Mechanical and physical properties
- Mechanics of Composite Materials
- Laminate theory
- Test methods
- Non destructive testing
- Failure mechanisms
- Theoretical models for the prediction of properties
- Application
Literature Hall, Clyne: Introduction to Composite materials, Cambridge University Press
Daniel, Ishai: Engineering Mechanics of Composites Materials, Oxford University Press
Mallick: Fibre-Reinforced Composites, Marcel Deckker, New York
Course L2614: Structure and properties of fibre-polymer-composites
Typ Project-/problem-based Learning
Hrs/wk 2
CP 2
Workload in Hours Independent Study Time 32, Study Time in Lecture 28
Lecturer Prof. Bodo Fiedler
Language DE/EN
Cycle SoSe
Content
Literature
Course L2613: Structure and properties of fibre-polymer-composites
Typ Recitation Section (large)
Hrs/wk 1
CP 1
Workload in Hours Independent Study Time 16, Study Time in Lecture 14
Lecturer Prof. Bodo Fiedler
Language EN
Cycle SoSe
Content
Literature

Module M0518: Waste and Energy
Courses
Title Typ Hrs/wk CP
Waste Recycling Technologies (L0047) Lecture 2 2
Waste Recycling Technologies (L0048) Recitation Section (small) 1 2
Waste to Energy (L0049) Project-/problem-based Learning 2 2
Module Responsible Prof. Kerstin Kuchta
Admission Requirements None
Recommended Previous Knowledge Basics of process engineering
Educational Objectives After taking part successfully, students have reached the following learning results
Professional Competence
Knowledge

Students are able to describe and explain in detail techniques, processes and concepts for treatment and energy recovery from wastes.
Skills

The students are able to select suitable processes for the treatment and energy recovery of wastes. They can evaluate the efforts and costs for processes and select economically feasible treatment Concepts. Students are able to evaluate alternatives even with incomplete information. Students are able to prepare systematic documentation of work results in form of reports, presentations and are able to defend their findings in a group.


Personal Competence
Social Competence

Students can participate in subject-specific and interdisciplinary discussions, develop cooperated solutions and defend their own work results in front of others and promote the scientific development of collegues. Furthermore, they can give and accept professional constructive criticism.
Autonomy

Students can independently tap knowledge of the subject area and transform it to new questions. They are capable, in consultation with supervisors, to assess their learning level and define further steps on this basis. Furthermore, they can define targets for new application-or research-oriented duties in accordance with the potential social, economic and cultural impact.
Workload in Hours Independent Study Time 110, Study Time in Lecture 70
Credit points 6
Course achievement
Compulsory Bonus Form Description
Yes 20 % Written elaboration
Examination Presentation
Examination duration and scale PowerPoint presentation (10-15 minutes)
Assignment for the Following Curricula Environmental Engineering: Specialisation Waste and Energy: Elective Compulsory
International Management and Engineering: Specialisation II. Renewable Energy: Elective Compulsory
Joint European Master in Environmental Studies - Cities and Sustainability: Core Qualification: Compulsory
Renewable Energies: Specialisation Bioenergy Systems: Elective Compulsory
Process Engineering: Specialisation Environmental Process Engineering: Elective Compulsory
Course L0047: Waste Recycling Technologies
Typ Lecture
Hrs/wk 2
CP 2
Workload in Hours Independent Study Time 32, Study Time in Lecture 28
Lecturer Prof. Kerstin Kuchta
Language EN
Cycle SoSe
Content
  • Fundamentals on primary and secondary production of  raw materials (steel, aluminum, phosphorous, copper, precious metals, rare metals)
  • Use and demand of metals and minerals in industry and society
  • collection systems and concepts
  • quota and efficiency
  • Advanced sorting technologies
  • mechanical pretreatment
  • advanced treatment
  • Chemical analysis of Critical Materials in post-consumer products
  • Analytical tools in Resource Management (Material Flow Analysis, Recycling Performance Indicators, Criticality Assessment, statistical analysis of uncertainties)
Literature
Course L0048: Waste Recycling Technologies
Typ Recitation Section (small)
Hrs/wk 1
CP 2
Workload in Hours Independent Study Time 46, Study Time in Lecture 14
Lecturer Prof. Kerstin Kuchta
Language EN
Cycle SoSe
Content
  • Fundamentals on primary and secondary production of  raw materials (steel, aluminum, phosphorous, copper, precious metals, rare metals)
  • Use and demand of metals and minerals in industry and society
  • collection systems and concepts
  • quota and efficiency
  • Advanced sorting technologies
  • mechanical pretreatment
  • advanced treatment
  • Chemical analysis of Critical Materials in post-consumer products
  • Analytical tools in Resource Management (Material Flow Analysis, Recycling Performance Indicators, Criticality Assessment, statistical analysis of uncertainties)
Literature
Course L0049: Waste to Energy
Typ Project-/problem-based Learning
Hrs/wk 2
CP 2
Workload in Hours Independent Study Time 32, Study Time in Lecture 28
Lecturer Prof. Rüdiger Siechau
Language EN
Cycle SoSe
Content
  • Project-based lecture
  • Introduction into the " Waste to Energy " consisting of:
    • Thermal Process ( incinerator , RDF combustion )
    • Biological processes ( Wet-/Dryfermentation )
    • technology , energy , emissions, approval , etc.
  • Group work
    • design of systems/plants for energy recovery from waste
    • The following points are to be processed :
      • Input: waste ( fraction collection and transportation, current quantity , material flows , possible amount of development )
      • Plant (design, process diagram , technology, energy production )
      • Output ( energy quantity / type , by-products )
      • Costs and revenues
      • Climate and resource protection ( CO2 balance , substitution of primary raw materials / fossil fuels )
      • Location and approval (infrastructure , expiration authorization procedure)
      • Focus at the whole concept ( advantages, disadvantages , risks and opportunities , discussion )
  • Grading: No Exam , but presentation of the results of the working group
Literature

Literatur:

Einführung in die Abfallwirtschaft; Martin Kranert, Klaus Cord-Landwehr (Hrsg.); Vieweg + Teubner Verlag; 2010

Powerpoint-Folien in Stud IP



Literature:
Introduction to Waste Management; Kranert Martin , Klaus Cord - Landwehr (Ed. ), Vieweg + Teubner Verlag , 2010


PowerPoint slides in Stud IP

Module M0896: Bioprocess and Biosystems Engineering
Courses
Title Typ Hrs/wk CP
Bioreactor Design and Operation (L1034) Lecture 2 2
Bioreactors and Biosystems Engineering (L1037) Project-/problem-based Learning 1 2
Biosystems Engineering (L1036) Lecture 2 2
Module Responsible Prof. An-Ping Zeng
Admission Requirements None
Recommended Previous Knowledge

Knowledge of bioprocess engineering and process engineering at bachelor level
Educational Objectives After taking part successfully, students have reached the following learning results
Professional Competence
Knowledge

After completion of this module, participants will be able to:

  • differentiate between different kinds of bioreactors and describe their key features
  • identify and characterize the peripheral and control systems of bioreactors
  • depict integrated biosystems (bioprocesses including up- and downstream processing)
  • name different sterilization methods and evaluate those in terms of different applications
  • recall and define the advanced methods of modern systems-biological approaches
  • connect the multiple "omics"-methods and evaluate their application for biological questions
  • recall the fundamentals of modeling and simulation of biological networks and biotechnological processes and to discuss their methods
  • assess and apply methods and theories of genomics, transcriptomics, proteomics and metabolomics in order to quantify and optimize biological processes at molecular and process levels.
Skills

After completion of this module, participants will be able to:

  • describe different process control strategies for bioreactors and chose them after analysis of characteristics of a given bioprocess
  • plan and construct a bioreactor system including peripherals from lab to pilot plant scale
  • adapt a present bioreactor system to a new process and optimize it
  • develop concepts for integration of bioreactors into bioproduction processes
  • combine the different modeling methods into an overall modeling approach, to apply these methods to specific problems and to evaluate the achieved results critically
  • connect all process components of biotechnological processes for a holistic system view.
Personal Competence
Social Competence

After completion of this module, participants will be able to debate technical questions in small teams to enhance the ability to take position to their own opinions and increase their capacity for teamwork. 

The students can reflect their specific knowledge orally and discuss it with other students and teachers.
Autonomy

After completion of this module, participants will be able to solve a technical problem in teams of approx. 8-12 persons independently including a presentation of the results.
Workload in Hours Independent Study Time 110, Study Time in Lecture 70
Credit points 6
Course achievement
Compulsory Bonus Form Description
Yes 20 % Presentation
Examination Written exam
Examination duration and scale 120 min
Assignment for the Following Curricula Bioprocess Engineering: Core Qualification: Compulsory
Chemical and Bioprocess Engineering: Core Qualification: Compulsory
Environmental Engineering: Specialisation Biotechnology: Elective Compulsory
International Management and Engineering: Specialisation II. Process Engineering and Biotechnology: Elective Compulsory
Renewable Energies: Specialisation Bioenergy Systems: Elective Compulsory
Process Engineering: Core Qualification: Compulsory
Course L1034: Bioreactor Design and Operation
Typ Lecture
Hrs/wk 2
CP 2
Workload in Hours Independent Study Time 32, Study Time in Lecture 28
Lecturer Prof. An-Ping Zeng, Dr. Johannes Möller
Language EN
Cycle SoSe
Content

Design of bioreactors and peripheries:

  • reactor types and geometry
  • materials and surface treatment
  • agitation system design
  • insertion of stirrer
  • sealings
  • fittings and valves
  • peripherals
  • materials
  • standardization
  • demonstration in laboratory and pilot plant

Sterile operation:

  • theory of sterilisation processes
  • different sterilisation methods
  • sterilisation of reactor and probes
  • industrial sterile test, automated sterilisation
  • introduction of biological material
  • autoclaves
  • continuous sterilisation of fluids
  • deep bed filters, tangential flow filters
  • demonstration and practice in pilot plant

Instrumentation and control:

  • temperature control and heat exchange 
  • dissolved oxygen control and mass transfer 
  • aeration and mixing 
  • used gassing units and gassing strategies
  • control of agitation and power input 
  • pH and reactor volume, foaming, membrane gassing

Bioreactor selection and scale-up:

  • selection criteria
  • scale-up and scale-down
  • reactors for mammalian cell culture

Integrated biosystem:

  • interactions and integration of microorganisms, bioreactor and downstream processing
  • Miniplant technologies 

Team work with presentation:

  • Operation mode of selected bioprocesses (e.g. fundamentals of batch, fed-batch and continuous cultivation)
Literature
  • Storhas, Winfried, Bioreaktoren und periphere Einrichtungen, Braunschweig: Vieweg, 1994
  • Chmiel, Horst, Bioprozeßtechnik; Springer 2011
  • Krahe, Martin, Biochemical Engineering, Ullmann‘s Encyclopedia of Industrial Chemistry
  • Pauline M. Doran, Bioprocess Engineering Principles, Second Edition, Academic Press, 2013
  • Other lecture materials to be distributed  
Course L1037: Bioreactors and Biosystems Engineering
Typ Project-/problem-based Learning
Hrs/wk 1
CP 2
Workload in Hours Independent Study Time 46, Study Time in Lecture 14
Lecturer Prof. An-Ping Zeng, Dr. Johannes Möller
Language EN
Cycle SoSe
Content

Introduction to Biosystems Engineering (Exercise)


Experimental basis and methods for biosystems analysis

  • Introduction to genomics, transcriptomics and proteomics
  • More detailed treatment of metabolomics
  • Determination of in-vivo kinetics
  • Techniques for rapid sampling
  • Quenching and extraction
  • Analytical methods for determination of metabolite concentrations


Analysis, modelling and simulation of biological networks

  • Metabolic flux analysis
  • Introduction
  • Isotope labelling
  • Elementary flux modes
  • Mechanistic and structural network models
  • Regulatory networks
  • Systems analysis
  • Structural network analysis
  • Linear and non-linear dynamic systems
  • Sensitivity analysis (metabolic control analysis)


Modelling and simulation for bioprocess engineering

  • Modelling of bioreactors
  • Dynamic behaviour of bioprocesses 

Selected projects for biosystems engineering

  • Miniaturisation of bioreaction systems
  • Miniplant technology for the integration of biosynthesis and downstream processin
  • Technical and economic overall assessment of bioproduction processes
Literature

E. Klipp et al. Systems Biology in Practice, Wiley-VCH, 2006

R. Dohrn: Miniplant-Technik, Wiley-VCH, 2006

G.N. Stephanopoulos et. al.: Metabolic Engineering, Academic Press, 1998

I.J. Dunn et. al.: Biological Reaction Engineering, Wiley-VCH, 2003

Lecture materials to be distributed
Course L1036: Biosystems Engineering
Typ Lecture
Hrs/wk 2
CP 2
Workload in Hours Independent Study Time 32, Study Time in Lecture 28
Lecturer Prof. An-Ping Zeng
Language EN
Cycle SoSe
Content

Introduction to Biosystems Engineering


Experimental basis and methods for biosystems analysis

  • Introduction to genomics, transcriptomics and proteomics
  • More detailed treatment of metabolomics
  • Determination of in-vivo kinetics
  • Techniques for rapid sampling
  • Quenching and extraction
  • Analytical methods for determination of metabolite concentrations


Analysis, modelling and simulation of biological networks

  • Metabolic flux analysis
  • Introduction
  • Isotope labelling
  • Elementary flux modes
  • Mechanistic and structural network models
  • Regulatory networks
  • Systems analysis
  • Structural network analysis
  • Linear and non-linear dynamic systems
  • Sensitivity analysis (metabolic control analysis)


Modelling and simulation for bioprocess engineering

  • Modelling of bioreactors
  • Dynamic behaviour of bioprocesses 


Selected projects for biosystems engineering

  • Miniaturisation of bioreaction systems
  • Miniplant technology for the integration of biosynthesis and downstream processin
  • Technical and economic overall assessment of bioproduction processes


Literature

E. Klipp et al. Systems Biology in Practice, Wiley-VCH, 2006

R. Dohrn: Miniplant-Technik, Wiley-VCH, 2006

G.N. Stephanopoulos et. al.: Metabolic Engineering, Academic Press, 1998

I.J. Dunn et. al.: Biological Reaction Engineering, Wiley-VCH, 2003

Lecture materials to be distributed

Module M0749: Waste Treatment and Solid Matter Process Technology
Courses
Title Typ Hrs/wk CP
Solid Matter Process Technology for Biomass (L0052) Lecture 2 2
Thermal Waste Treatment (L0320) Lecture 2 2
Thermal Waste Treatment (L1177) Recitation Section (large) 1 2
Module Responsible Prof. Kerstin Kuchta
Admission Requirements None
Recommended Previous Knowledge

Basics of

  • thermo dynamics
  • fluid dynamics
  • chemistry
Educational Objectives After taking part successfully, students have reached the following learning results
Professional Competence
Knowledge

The students can name, describe current issue and problems in the field of thermal waste treatment and particle process engineering and contemplate them in the context of their field. 

The industrial application of unit operations as part of process engineering is explained by actual examples of waste incineration technologies and solid biomass processes. Compostion, particle sizes, transportation and dosing, drying and agglomeration of renewable resources and wastes are described as important unit operations when producing solid fuels and bioethanol, producing and refining edible oils, electricity , heat and mineral recyclables.
Skills

The students are able to select suitable processes for the treatment of wastes or raw material with respect to their characteristics and the process aims. They can evaluate the efforts and costs for processes and select economically feasible treatment concepts.
Personal Competence
Social Competence

Students can

  • respectfully work together as a team and discuss technical tasks
  • participate in subject-specific and interdisciplinary discussions,
  • develop cooperated solutions 
  •  promote the scientific development and accept professional constructive criticism.
Autonomy

Students can independently tap knowledge of the subject area and transform it to new questions. They are capable, in consultation with supervisors, to assess their learning level and define further steps on this basis. Furthermore, they can define targets for new application-or research-oriented duties in accordance with the potential social, economic and cultural impact.
Workload in Hours Independent Study Time 110, Study Time in Lecture 70
Credit points 6
Course achievement None
Examination Written exam
Examination duration and scale 120 min
Assignment for the Following Curricula Civil Engineering: Specialisation Water and Traffic: Elective Compulsory
Bioprocess Engineering: Specialisation A - General Bioprocess Engineering: Elective Compulsory
International Management and Engineering: Specialisation II. Process Engineering and Biotechnology: Elective Compulsory
International Management and Engineering: Specialisation II. Renewable Energy: Elective Compulsory
Renewable Energies: Specialisation Bioenergy Systems: Elective Compulsory
Process Engineering: Specialisation Chemical Process Engineering: Elective Compulsory
Process Engineering: Specialisation Process Engineering: Elective Compulsory
Process Engineering: Specialisation Environmental Process Engineering: Elective Compulsory
Water and Environmental Engineering: Specialisation Environment: Compulsory
Water and Environmental Engineering: Specialisation Cities: Elective Compulsory
Course L0052: Solid Matter Process Technology for Biomass
Typ Lecture
Hrs/wk 2
CP 2
Workload in Hours Independent Study Time 32, Study Time in Lecture 28
Lecturer Prof. Werner Sitzmann
Language DE
Cycle SoSe
Content The industrial application of unit operations as part of process engineering is explained by actual examples of solid biomass processes. Size reduction, transportation and dosing, drying and agglomeration of renewable resources are described as important unit operations when producing solid fuels and bioethanol, producing and refining edible oils, when making Btl - and WPC - products. Aspects of explosion protection and plant design complete the lecture.
Literature

Kaltschmitt M., Hartmann H. (Hrsg.): Energie aus Bioamsse, Springer Verlag, 2001, ISBN 3-540-64853-4

Bundesministerium für Ernährung, Landwirtschaft und Verbraucherschutz, Schriftenreihe Nachwachsende Rohstoffe,

Fachagentur Nachwachsende Rohstoffe e.V. www.nachwachsende-rohstoffe.de

Bockisch M.: Nahrungsfette und -öle, Ulmer Verlag, 1993, ISBN 380000158175
Course L0320: Thermal Waste Treatment
Typ Lecture
Hrs/wk 2
CP 2
Workload in Hours Independent Study Time 32, Study Time in Lecture 28
Lecturer Prof. Kerstin Kuchta
Language EN
Cycle SoSe
Content
  • Introduction, actual state-of-the-art of waste incineration, aims. legal background, reaction principals
  • basics of incineration processes: waste composition, calorific value, calculation of air demand and flue gas composition 
  • Incineration techniques: grate firing, ash transfer, boiler
  • Flue gas cleaning: Volume, composition, legal frame work and emission limits, dry treatment, scrubber, de-nox techniques, dioxin elimination, Mercury elimination
  • Ash treatment: Mass, quality, treatment concepts, recycling, disposal
Literature

Thomé-Kozmiensky, K. J. (Hrsg.): Thermische Abfallbehandlung Bande 1-7. EF-Verlag für Energie- und Umwelttechnik, Berlin, 196 - 2013.
Course L1177: Thermal Waste Treatment
Typ Recitation Section (large)
Hrs/wk 1
CP 2
Workload in Hours Independent Study Time 46, Study Time in Lecture 14
Lecturer Prof. Kerstin Kuchta
Language EN
Cycle SoSe
Content See interlocking course
Literature See interlocking course

Module M1709: Applied optimization in energy and process engineering
Courses
Title Typ Hrs/wk CP
Applied optimization in energy and process engineering (L2693) Integrated Lecture 2 3
Applied optimization in energy and process engineering (L2695) Recitation Section (small) 2 3
Module Responsible Prof. Mirko Skiborowski
Admission Requirements None
Recommended Previous Knowledge

Fundamentals in the field of mathematical modeling and numerical mathematics, as well as a basic understanding of process engineering processes.


In particular the contents of the module Process and Plant Engineering II
Educational Objectives After taking part successfully, students have reached the following learning results
Professional Competence
Knowledge

The module provides a general introduction to the basics of applied mathematical optimization and deals with application areas on different scales from the identification of kinetic models, to the optimal design of unit operations and the optimization of entire (sub)processes, as well as production planning. In addition to the basic classification and formulation of optimization problems, different solution approaches are discussed and tested during the exercises. Besides deterministic gradient-based methods, metaheuristics such as evolutionary and genetic algorithms and their application are discussed as well.

• Introduction to Applied Optimization

• Formulation of optimization problems

• Linear Optimization

• Nonlinear Optimization

• Mixed-integer (non)linear optimization

• Multi-objective optimization

• Global optimization

Skills

After successful participation in the module "Applied Optimization in Energy and Process Engineering", students are able to formulate the different types of optimization problems and to select appropriate solution methods in suitable software such as Matlab and GAMS and to develop improved solution strategies. Furthermore, students will be able to interpret and critically examine the results accordingly.
Personal Competence
Social Competence

Students are capable of:

•develop solutions in heterogeneous small groups
Autonomy

Students are capable of:

•taping new knowledge on a special subject by literature research
Workload in Hours Independent Study Time 124, Study Time in Lecture 56
Credit points 6
Course achievement None
Examination Oral exam
Examination duration and scale 35 min
Assignment for the Following Curricula Bioprocess Engineering: Specialisation A - General Bioprocess Engineering: Elective Compulsory
Bioprocess Engineering: Specialisation A - General Bioprocess Engineering: Elective Compulsory
Chemical and Bioprocess Engineering: Specialisation General Process Engineering: Elective Compulsory
Chemical and Bioprocess Engineering: Specialisation Bioprocess Engineering: Elective Compulsory
Chemical and Bioprocess Engineering: Specialisation Chemical Process Engineering: Elective Compulsory
Chemical and Bioprocess Engineering: Specialisation General Process Engineering: Elective Compulsory
Chemical and Bioprocess Engineering: Specialisation Bioprocess Engineering: Elective Compulsory
Chemical and Bioprocess Engineering: Specialisation Chemical Process Engineering: Elective Compulsory
Renewable Energies: Specialisation Bioenergy Systems: Elective Compulsory
Renewable Energies: Specialisation Bioenergy Systems: Elective Compulsory
Renewable Energies: Specialisation Solar Energy Systems: Elective Compulsory
Renewable Energies: Specialisation Wind Energy Systems: Elective Compulsory
Process Engineering: Specialisation Process Engineering: Elective Compulsory
Process Engineering: Specialisation Process Engineering: Elective Compulsory
Process Engineering: Specialisation Chemical Process Engineering: Elective Compulsory
Process Engineering: Specialisation Chemical Process Engineering: Elective Compulsory
Course L2693: Applied optimization in energy and process engineering
Typ Integrated Lecture
Hrs/wk 2
CP 3
Workload in Hours Independent Study Time 62, Study Time in Lecture 28
Lecturer Prof. Mirko Skiborowski
Language DE/EN
Cycle SoSe
Content

The lecture offers a general introduction to the basics and possibilities of applied mathematical optimization and deals with application areas on different scales from kinetics identification, optimal design of unit operations to the optimization of entire (sub)processes, and production planning. In addition to the basic classification and formulation of optimization problems, different solution approaches are discussed. Besides deterministic gradient-based methods, metaheuristics such as evolutionary and genetic algorithms and their application are discussed as well.

- Introduction to Applied Optimization

- Formulation of optimization problems

- Linear Optimization

- Nonlinear Optimization

- Mixed-integer (non)linear optimization

- Multi-objective optimization

- Global optimization
Literature

Weicker, K., Evolutionäre Algortihmen, Springer, 2015

Edgar, T. F., Himmelblau D. M., Lasdon, L. S., Optimization of Chemical Processes, McGraw Hill, 2001

Biegler, L. Nonlinear Programming - Concepts, Algorithms, and Applications to Chemical Processes, 2010

Kallrath, J. Gemischt-ganzzahlige Optimierung: Modellierung in der Praxis, Vieweg, 2002
Course L2695: Applied optimization in energy and process engineering
Typ Recitation Section (small)
Hrs/wk 2
CP 3
Workload in Hours Independent Study Time 62, Study Time in Lecture 28
Lecturer Prof. Mirko Skiborowski
Language DE/EN
Cycle SoSe
Content See interlocking course
Literature See interlocking course

Module M0902: Wastewater Treatment and Air Pollution Abatement
Courses
Title Typ Hrs/wk CP
Biological Wastewater Treatment (L0517) Lecture 2 3
Air Pollution Abatement (L0203) Lecture 2 3
Module Responsible Dr. Swantje Pietsch-Braune
Admission Requirements None
Recommended Previous Knowledge

Basic knowledge of biology and chemistry

Basic knowledge of solids process engineering and separation technology
Educational Objectives After taking part successfully, students have reached the following learning results
Professional Competence
Knowledge

After successful completion of the module students are able to

  • name and explain biological processes for waste water treatment,
  • characterize waste water and sewage sludge,
  • discuss legal regulations in the area of emissions and air quality
  • explain the effects of air pollutants on the environment,
  • name and explan off gas tretament processes and to define their area of application
Skills

Students are able to

  • choose and design processs steps for the biological waste water treatment
  • combine processes for cleaning of off-gases depending on the pollutants contained in the gases
Personal Competence
Social Competence
Autonomy
Workload in Hours Independent Study Time 124, Study Time in Lecture 56
Credit points 6
Course achievement None
Examination Written exam
Examination duration and scale 90 min
Assignment for the Following Curricula Civil Engineering: Specialisation Water and Traffic: Elective Compulsory
Bioprocess Engineering: Specialisation A - General Bioprocess Engineering: Elective Compulsory
Chemical and Bioprocess Engineering: Specialisation General Process Engineering: Elective Compulsory
Environmental Engineering: Specialisation Waste and Energy: Elective Compulsory
International Management and Engineering: Specialisation II. Energy and Environmental Engineering: Elective Compulsory
Joint European Master in Environmental Studies - Cities and Sustainability: Specialisation Water: Elective Compulsory
Renewable Energies: Specialisation Bioenergy Systems: Elective Compulsory
Process Engineering: Specialisation Environmental Process Engineering: Elective Compulsory
Process Engineering: Specialisation Process Engineering: Elective Compulsory
Water and Environmental Engineering: Specialisation Water: Elective Compulsory
Water and Environmental Engineering: Specialisation Environment: Compulsory
Water and Environmental Engineering: Specialisation Cities: Compulsory
Course L0517: Biological Wastewater Treatment
Typ Lecture
Hrs/wk 2
CP 3
Workload in Hours Independent Study Time 62, Study Time in Lecture 28
Lecturer Dr. Joachim Behrendt
Language DE/EN
Cycle WiSe
Content

Charaterisation of Wastewater
Metobolism of Microorganisms
Kinetic of mirobiotic processes
Calculation of bioreactor for wastewater treatment
Concepts of Wastewater treatment
Design of WWTP
Excursion to a WWTP
Biofilms
Biofim Reactors
Anaerobic Wastewater and sldge treatment
resources oriented sanitation technology
Future challenges of wastewater treatment
Literature

Gujer, Willi
Siedlungswasserwirtschaft : mit 84 Tabellen
ISBN: 3540343296 (Gb.) URL: http://www.gbv.de/dms/bs/toc/516261924.pdf URL: http://deposit.d-nb.de/cgi-bin/dokserv?id=2842122&prov=M&dok_var=1&dok_ext=htm
Berlin [u.a.] : Springer, 2007
TUB_HH_Katalog
Henze, Mogens
Wastewater treatment : biological and chemical processes
ISBN: 3540422285 (Pp.)
Berlin [u.a.] : Springer, 2002
TUB_HH_Katalog
Imhoff, Karl (Imhoff, Klaus R.;)
Taschenbuch der Stadtentwässerung : mit 10 Tafeln
ISBN: 3486263331 ((Gb.))
München [u.a.] : Oldenbourg, 1999
TUB_HH_Katalog
Lange, Jörg (Otterpohl, Ralf; Steger-Hartmann, Thomas;)
Abwasser : Handbuch zu einer zukunftsfähigen Wasserwirtschaft
ISBN: 3980350215 (kart.) URL: http://www.gbv.de/du/services/agi/52567E5D44DA0809C12570220050BF25/000000700334
Donaueschingen-Pfohren : Mall-Beton-Verl., 2000
TUB_HH_Katalog
Mudrack, Klaus (Kunst, Sabine;)
Biologie der Abwasserreinigung : 18 Tabellen
ISBN: 382741427X URL: http://www.gbv.de/du/services/agi/94B581161B6EC747C1256E3F005A8143/420000114903
Heidelberg [u.a.] : Spektrum, Akad. Verl., 2003
TUB_HH_Katalog
Tchobanoglous, George (Metcalf & Eddy, Inc., ;)
Wastewater engineering : treatment and reuse
ISBN: 0070418780 (alk. paper) ISBN: 0071122508 (ISE (*pbk))
Boston [u.a.] : McGraw-Hill, 2003
TUB_HH_Katalog
Henze, Mogens
Activated sludge models ASM1, ASM2, ASM2d and ASM3
ISBN: 1900222248
London : IWA Publ., 2002
TUB_HH_Katalog
Kunz, Peter
Umwelt-Bioverfahrenstechnik
Vieweg, 1992
Bauhaus-Universität., Arbeitsgruppe Weiterbildendes Studium Wasser und Umwelt (Deutsche Vereinigung für Wasserwirtschaft, Abwasser und Abfall, ;)
Abwasserbehandlung : Gewässerbelastung, Bemessungsgrundlagen, Mechanische Verfahren, Biologische Verfahren, Reststoffe aus der Abwasserbehandlung, Kleinkläranlagen
ISBN: 3860682725 URL: http://www.gbv.de/dms/weimar/toc/513989765_toc.pdf URL: http://www.gbv.de/dms/weimar/abs/513989765_abs.pdf
Weimar : Universitätsverl, 2006
TUB_HH_Katalog
Deutsche Vereinigung für Wasserwirtschaft, Abwasser und Abfall
DWA-Regelwerk
Hennef : DWA, 2004
TUB_HH_Katalog
Wiesmann, Udo (Choi, In Su; Dombrowski, Eva-Maria;)
Fundamentals of biological wastewater treatment
ISBN: 3527312196 (Gb.) URL: http://deposit.ddb.de/cgi-bin/dokserv?id=2774611&prov=M&dok_var=1&dok_ext=htm
Weinheim : WILEY-VCH, 2007
TUB_HH_Katalog

Course L0203: Air Pollution Abatement
Typ Lecture
Hrs/wk 2
CP 3
Workload in Hours Independent Study Time 62, Study Time in Lecture 28
Lecturer Dr. Swantje Pietsch-Braune, Christian Eichler
Language EN
Cycle WiSe
Content

In the lecture methods for the reduction of emissions from industrial plants are treated. At the beginning a short survey of the different forms of air pollutants is given. In the second part physical principals for the removal of particulate and gaseous pollutants form flue gases are treated. Industrial applications of these principles are demonstrated with examples showing the removal of specific compounds, e.g. sulfur or mercury from flue gases of incinerators.
Literature

Handbook of air pollution prevention and control, Nicholas P. Cheremisinoff. - Amsterdam [u.a.] : Butterworth-Heinemann, 2002
Atmospheric pollution : history, science, and regulation, Mark Zachary Jacobson. - Cambridge [u.a.] : Cambridge Univ. Press, 2002
Air pollution control technology handbook, Karl B. Schnelle. - Boca Raton [u.a.] : CRC Press, c 2002
Air pollution, Jeremy Colls. - 2. ed. - London [u.a.] : Spon, 2002

Module M0900: Examples in Solid Process Engineering
Courses
Title Typ Hrs/wk CP
Fluidization Technology (L0431) Lecture 2 2
Practical Course Fluidization Technology (L1369) Practical Course 1 1
Technical Applications of Particle Technology (L0955) Lecture 2 2
Exercises in Fluidization Technology (L1372) Recitation Section (small) 1 1
Module Responsible Prof. Stefan Heinrich
Admission Requirements None
Recommended Previous Knowledge Knowledge from the module particle technology
Educational Objectives After taking part successfully, students have reached the following learning results
Professional Competence
Knowledge After completion of the module the students will be able to describe based on examples the assembly of solids engineering processes consisting of multiple apparatuses and subprocesses. They are able to describe the coaction and interrelation of subprocesses.
Skills Students are able to analyze tasks in the field of solids process engineering and to combine suitable subprocesses in a process chain.
Personal Competence
Social Competence Students are able to discuss technical problems in a scientific manner.
Autonomy Students are able to acquire scientific knowledge independently and discuss technical problems in a scientific manner.
Workload in Hours Independent Study Time 96, Study Time in Lecture 84
Credit points 6
Course achievement
Compulsory Bonus Form Description
Yes None Written elaboration drei Berichte (pro Versuch ein Bericht) à 5-10 Seiten
Examination Written exam
Examination duration and scale 120 minutes
Assignment for the Following Curricula Bioprocess Engineering: Specialisation A - General Bioprocess Engineering: Elective Compulsory
Renewable Energies: Specialisation Bioenergy Systems: Elective Compulsory
Process Engineering: Specialisation Chemical Process Engineering: Elective Compulsory
Process Engineering: Specialisation Process Engineering: Elective Compulsory
Course L0431: Fluidization Technology
Typ Lecture
Hrs/wk 2
CP 2
Workload in Hours Independent Study Time 32, Study Time in Lecture 28
Lecturer Prof. Stefan Heinrich
Language EN
Cycle WiSe
Content

Introduction: definition, fluidization regimes, comparison with other types of gas/solids reactors
Typical fluidized bed applications
Fluidmechanical principle
Local fluid mechanics of gas/solid fluidization
Fast fluidization (circulating fluidized bed)
Entrainment
Solids mixing in fluidized beds
Application of fluidized beds to granulation and drying processes
Literature

Kunii, D.; Levenspiel, O.: Fluidization Engineering. Butterworth Heinemann, Boston, 1991.
Course L1369: Practical Course Fluidization Technology
Typ Practical Course
Hrs/wk 1
CP 1
Workload in Hours Independent Study Time 16, Study Time in Lecture 14
Lecturer Prof. Stefan Heinrich
Language EN
Cycle WiSe
Content

Experiments:

  • Determination of the minimum fluidization velocity
  • heat transfer
  • granulation
  • drying
Literature

Kunii, D.; Levenspiel, O.: Fluidization Engineering. Butterworth Heinemann, Boston, 1991.
Course L0955: Technical Applications of Particle Technology
Typ Lecture
Hrs/wk 2
CP 2
Workload in Hours Independent Study Time 32, Study Time in Lecture 28
Lecturer Prof. Werner Sitzmann
Language DE
Cycle WiSe
Content Unit operations like mixing, separation, agglomeration and size reduction are discussed concerning their technical applicability from the perspective of the practician. Machines and apparatuses are presented, their designs and modes of action are explained and their application in production processes for chemicals, food and feed and in recycling processes are illustrated.
Literature Stieß M: Mechanische Verfahrenstechnik I und II, Springer - Verlag, 1997
Course L1372: Exercises in Fluidization Technology
Typ Recitation Section (small)
Hrs/wk 1
CP 1
Workload in Hours Independent Study Time 16, Study Time in Lecture 14
Lecturer Prof. Stefan Heinrich
Language EN
Cycle WiSe
Content

Exercises and calculation examples for the lecture Fluidization Technology
Literature

Kunii, D.; Levenspiel, O.: Fluidization Engineering. Butterworth Heinemann, Boston, 1991.

Module M1424: Integration of Renewable Energies
Courses
Title Typ Hrs/wk CP
Integration of Renewable Energies I (L2049) Lecture 1 1
Integration of Renewable Energies I (L2050) Recitation Section (small) 1 1
Integration of Renewable Energies II (L2051) Lecture 1 1
Integration of Renewable Energies II (L2052) Recitation Section (small) 1 1
Sustainable Mobility (L0010) Lecture 2 2
Module Responsible Prof. Martin Kaltschmitt
Admission Requirements None
Recommended Previous Knowledge Fundamentals of renewable energies and the energy system
Educational Objectives After taking part successfully, students have reached the following learning results
Professional Competence
Knowledge With the completion of the module the students are able to use and apply the previously learned technical basics of the different fields of renewable energies. Current problems concerning the integration of renewable energies in the energy system are presented and analyzed. In particular, the sectors electricity, heat and mobility will be addressed, giving students insights into sector coupling activities.
Skills By completing this module, students can apply the basics learned to various sector coupling problems and, in this context, assess the potentials as well as the limits of sector coupling in the German energy system. In particular, the students should use the application and linking of already learned methods and knowledge here, so that a vision of the different technologies is achieved.
Personal Competence
Social Competence The students will be able to discuss problems in the areas of sector coupling and the integration of renewable energies.
Autonomy

The students are able to acquire own sources based on the main topics of the lecture and to increase their knowledge. Furthermore, the students can search further technologies and interconnection possibilities for the energy system itself.
Workload in Hours Independent Study Time 96, Study Time in Lecture 84
Credit points 6
Course achievement None
Examination Written exam
Examination duration and scale 180 min
Assignment for the Following Curricula Renewable Energies: Specialisation Bioenergy Systems: Elective Compulsory
Renewable Energies: Specialisation Solar Energy Systems: Elective Compulsory
Renewable Energies: Specialisation Wind Energy Systems: Elective Compulsory
Course L2049: Integration of Renewable Energies I
Typ Lecture
Hrs/wk 1
CP 1
Workload in Hours Independent Study Time 16, Study Time in Lecture 14
Lecturer Dr. Volker Lenz
Language DE
Cycle WiSe
Content
  1. Introduction
  2. Fossil-dominated energy system
  3. Mega trends in energy transition
  4. Characteristics of renewable energy provision technologies - electricity
  5. Integration of renewables - electricity I
  6. Integration of renewables - electricity II
  7. Characteristics of renewable energy provision technologies - heat
  8. Integration of renewables - heat I
  9. Integration of renewables - heat II
  10. Characteristics of renewable energy provision technologies - mobility
  11. Integration of renewables - mobility
  12. Communications technology and control engineering
  13. Reduction in consumption
  14. Load management
  15. Interaction of renewable generation and controlled reduction in demand
Literature
  • D. Thrän (editor): Smart Bioenergy. Technologies and concepts for a more flexible bioenergy provision in future energy systems. Springer,Cham, Heielberg, New York, Dordrecht, London, 2015
  • R. von Miller (Hrsg.): Lexikon der Energietechnik und Kraftmaschinen Band 6 und 7. Deutsche Verlags-Anstalt Stuttgart 1965
  • K. Naumann et. al.: Monitoring Biokraftstoffsektor. 3. Auflage, DBFZ Report Nr. 1, Leipzig, 2016
  • M. Kaltschmitt, W. Streicher, A. Wiese (Hrsg.): Erneuerbare Energien. Systemtechnik, Wirtschaftlichkeit, Umweltaspekte. 4. Auflage, Springer
Course L2050: Integration of Renewable Energies I
Typ Recitation Section (small)
Hrs/wk 1
CP 1
Workload in Hours Independent Study Time 16, Study Time in Lecture 14
Lecturer Dr. Volker Lenz
Language DE
Cycle WiSe
Content See interlocking course
Literature See interlocking course
Course L2051: Integration of Renewable Energies II
Typ Lecture
Hrs/wk 1
CP 1
Workload in Hours Independent Study Time 16, Study Time in Lecture 14
Lecturer Dr. Volker Lenz
Language DE
Cycle SoSe
Content
  1. Introduction
  2. Power-to-Hydrogen
  3. Power-to-Gas
  4. Power-to-Liquid
  5. Power-to-Heat
  6. Hybrid Technologies
  7. Combined Technology Concepts I
  8. Combined Technology Concepts II
  9. Link-up with renewable industrial production
  10. Utilization of residual materials from renewable energy provision
  11. Biomass as system stabilizer I
  12. Biomass as system stabilizer II
  13. System modelling - fundamentals
  14. System modelling - approaches and results
  15. Planning tools
Literature
  • D. Thrän (editor): Smart Bioenergy. Technologies and concepts for a more flexible bioenergy provision in future energy systems. Springer,Cham, Heielberg, New York, Dordrecht, London, 2015
  • R. von Miller (Hrsg.): Lexikon der Energietechnik und Kraftmaschinen Band 6 und 7. Deutsche Verlags-Anstalt Stuttgart 1965
  • K. Naumann et. al.: Monitoring Biokraftstoffsektor. 3. Auflage, DBFZ Report Nr. 1, Leipzig, 2016
  • M. Kaltschmitt, W. Streicher, A. Wiese (Hrsg.): Erneuerbare Energien. Systemtechnik, Wirtschaftlichkeit, Umweltaspekte. 4. Auflage, Springer Berlin Heidelberg, 2006
  • Bundesministerium für Wirtschaft und Energie: Die Energie der Zukunft.
Course L2052: Integration of Renewable Energies II
Typ Recitation Section (small)
Hrs/wk 1
CP 1
Workload in Hours Independent Study Time 16, Study Time in Lecture 14
Lecturer Dr. Volker Lenz
Language DE
Cycle SoSe
Content See interlocking course
Literature See interlocking course
Course L0010: Sustainable Mobility
Typ Lecture
Hrs/wk 2
CP 2
Workload in Hours Independent Study Time 32, Study Time in Lecture 28
Lecturer Dr. Karsten Wilbrand
Language DE
Cycle SoSe
Content
  • Global megatrends and future challenges of energy supply
  • Energy Scenarios to 2060 and importance for the mobility sector
  • Sustainable air, sea, rail and road traffic
  • Developments in vehicle and drive technology
  • Overview of Today's fuels (production and use)
  • Biofuels of 1 and 2 Generation (availability, production, compatibility)
  • Natural gas (GTL, CNG, LNG)
  • Electromobility based on batteries and hydrogen fuel cell
  • Well-to-Wheel CO2 analysis of the various options
  • Legal framework for people and freight
Literature
  • Eigene Unterlagen
  • Veröffentlichungen
  • Fachliteratur

Module M1354: Advanced Fuels
Courses
Title Typ Hrs/wk CP
Second generation biofuels and electricity based fuels (L2414) Lecture 2 2
Carbon dioxide as an economic determinant in the mobility sector (L1926) Lecture 1 1
Mobility and climate protection (L2416) Recitation Section (small) 2 2
Sustainability aspects and regulatory framework (L2415) Lecture 1 1
Module Responsible Prof. Martin Kaltschmitt
Admission Requirements None
Recommended Previous Knowledge

Bachelor degree in Process Engineering, Bioprocess Engineering or Energy- and Environmental Engineering
Educational Objectives After taking part successfully, students have reached the following learning results
Professional Competence
Knowledge

Within the module, students learn about different provision pathways for the production of advanced fuels (biofuels like e.g. alcohol-to-jet; electricity-based fuels like e.g. power-to-liquid). The different processes chains are explained and the regulatory framework for sustainable fuel production is examined. This includes, for example, the requirements of the Renewable Energies Directive II and the conditions and aspects for a market ramp-up of these fuels. For the holistic assessment of the various fuel options, they are also examined under environmental and economic factors.


Skills

After successfully participating, the students are able to solve simulation and application tasks of renewable energy technology:

  • Module-spanning solutions for the design and presentation of fuel production processes resp. the fuel provision chains
  • Comprehensive analysis of various fuel production options in technical, ecological and economic terms

Through active discussions of the various topics within the lectures and exercises of the module, the students improve their understanding and application of the theoretical foundations and are thus able to transfer the learned to the practice.
Personal Competence
Social Competence

The students can discuss scientific tasks in a subject-specific and interdisciplinary way and develop joint solutions.
Autonomy

The students are able to access independent sources about the questions to be addressed and to acquire the necessary knowledge. They are able to assess their respective learning situation concretely in consultation with their supervisor and to define further questions and solutions. 
Workload in Hours Independent Study Time 96, Study Time in Lecture 84
Credit points 6
Course achievement
Compulsory Bonus Form Description
Yes 20 % Written elaboration Details werden in der ersten Veranstaltung bekannt gegeben.
Examination Written exam
Examination duration and scale 2 hours written exam
Assignment for the Following Curricula Aircraft Systems Engineering: Core Qualification: Elective Compulsory
Renewable Energies: Specialisation Wind Energy Systems: Elective Compulsory
Renewable Energies: Specialisation Bioenergy Systems: Elective Compulsory
Renewable Energies: Specialisation Solar Energy Systems: Elective Compulsory
Course L2414: Second generation biofuels and electricity based fuels
Typ Lecture
Hrs/wk 2
CP 2
Workload in Hours Independent Study Time 32, Study Time in Lecture 28
Lecturer Prof. Martin Kaltschmitt
Language DE/EN
Cycle WiSe
Content
  • General overview of various power-based fuels and their process paths, including power-to-liquid process (Fischer-Tropsch synthesis, methanol synthesis), power-to-gas (Sabatier process)
  • Origin, production and use of these fuels
Literature
  • Vorlesungsskript
Course L1926: Carbon dioxide as an economic determinant in the mobility sector
Typ Lecture
Hrs/wk 1
CP 1
Workload in Hours Independent Study Time 16, Study Time in Lecture 14
Lecturer Dr. Karsten Wilbrand
Language DE/EN
Cycle WiSe
Content
  • General overview of various advanced biofuels and their process pathways (including gas-to-liquid, HEFA and Alcohol-to-Jet processes)

  • Origin, production and use of these fuels
Literature
  • Babu, V.: Biofuels Production. Beverly, Mass: Scrivener [u.a.], 2013
  • Olsson, L.: Biofuels. Berlin, Heidelberg: Springer-Verlag Berlin Heidelberg, 2007
  • William, L. L.: Distillation Design and Control Using Aspen Simulation; ISBN-10: 0-471-77888-5
  • Perry, R.; Green, R.: Perry's Chemical Engineers' Handbook, 8th Edition, McGraw Hill Professional, 20
  • Sinnot, R. K.: Chemical Engineering Design, Elsevier, 2014
  • Kaltschmitt, M.; Neuling, U. (Ed.): Biokerosene - Status and Prospects; Springer, Berlin, Heidelberg, 2018
Course L2416: Mobility and climate protection
Typ Recitation Section (small)
Hrs/wk 2
CP 2
Workload in Hours Independent Study Time 32, Study Time in Lecture 28
Lecturer Dr. Benedikt Buchspies, Dr. Karsten Wilbrand
Language DE/EN
Cycle WiSe
Content

Application of the acquired theoretical knowledge from the respective lectures on the basis of concrete tasks from practice

  • Design and simulation of sub-processes of production processes in Aspen Plus ®
  • Ecological and economic analysis of fuel supply paths
  • Classification of case studies into applicable regulations
Literature
  • Skriptum zur Vorlesung
  • Aspen Plus® - Aspen Plus User Guide
Course L2415: Sustainability aspects and regulatory framework
Typ Lecture
Hrs/wk 1
CP 1
Workload in Hours Independent Study Time 16, Study Time in Lecture 14
Lecturer Dr. Benedikt Buchspies
Language DE/EN
Cycle WiSe
Content

Holistic examination of the different fuel paths with the following main topics, among others:

  • Consideration of the environmental impact of the various alternative fuels
  • Economic consideration of the different alternative fuels
  • Regulatory framework for alternative fuels
  • Certification of alternative fuels
  • Market introduction models of alternative fuels
Literature
  • European Commission - Joint Research Center (2010): International Reference Life Cycle Data System (ILCD) Handbook - General guide for Life Cycle Assessment - Detailed guidance. Joint Research Center (JRC) Institut for Environment and Sustainability, Luxembourg
  • Richtlinie (EU) 2018/2001 des Europäischen Parlaments und des Rates vom 11. Dezember 2018 zur Förderung der Nutzung von Energie aus erneuerbaren Quellen

Specialization Solar Energy Systems

Within the specialization "Solar Energy Systems" further knowledge is gained in the theoretical functioning of photovoltaic cells and the properties of used materials. In addition, further information on the design, management and optimization of electrical energy systems are part in this specialization in order to demonstrate and evaluate the challenges of using solar energy systems in existing networks.

Within the specialization "Solar Energy Systems", students have been given the opportunity to study abroad at the "University of Jordan" in Amman, Jordan. Within this foreign stay, additional modules in the field of "solar energy systems" can be choosen. The earned ECTS are recognized at TUHH by agreement.

In addition, students in the "Solar Energy Systems" course can take the module "Modeling and Simulation of Building Integrated Solar Energy Systems" in cooperation with the International Hellenic University in Thessaloniki, Greece, which can be recognized by TUHH. The Exchange is also encouraged.

Students, who are planning to choose the specialization "Solar Energy Systems" are kindly requested to contact the head of the program early for further information about the course of studies and their stay abroad.

Module M1343: Structure and properties of fibre-polymer-composites
Courses
Title Typ Hrs/wk CP
Structure and properties of fibre-polymer-composites (L1894) Lecture 2 3
Structure and properties of fibre-polymer-composites (L2614) Project-/problem-based Learning 2 2
Structure and properties of fibre-polymer-composites (L2613) Recitation Section (large) 1 1
Module Responsible Prof. Bodo Fiedler
Admission Requirements None
Recommended Previous Knowledge Basics: chemistry / physics / materials science
Educational Objectives After taking part successfully, students have reached the following learning results
Professional Competence
Knowledge

Students can use the knowledge of  fiber-reinforced composites (FRP) and its constituents to play (fiber / matrix) and define the necessary testing and analysis.

They can explain the complex relationships structure-property relationship and

the interactions of chemical structure of the polymers, their processing with the different fiber types, including to explain neighboring contexts (e.g. sustainability, environmental protection).
Skills

Students are capable of

  • using standardized calculation methods in a given context to mechanical properties (modulus, strength) to calculate and evaluate the different materials.
  • approximate sizing using the network theory of the structural elements implement and evaluate.
  • selecting appropriate solutions for mechanical recycling problems and sizing example stiffness, corrosion resistance.
Personal Competence
Social Competence

Students can

  • arrive at funded work results in heterogenius groups and document them.
  • provide appropriate feedback and handle feedback on their own performance constructively.
Autonomy

Students are able to

- assess their own strengths and weaknesses.

- assess their own state of learning in specific terms and to define further work steps on this basis.

- assess possible consequences of their professional activity.
Workload in Hours Independent Study Time 110, Study Time in Lecture 70
Credit points 6
Course achievement None
Examination Written exam
Examination duration and scale 90 min
Assignment for the Following Curricula Energy Systems: Core Qualification: Elective Compulsory
Aircraft Systems Engineering: Core Qualification: Elective Compulsory
International Management and Engineering: Specialisation II. Product Development and Production: Elective Compulsory
Materials Science: Specialisation Engineering Materials: Elective Compulsory
Mechanical Engineering and Management: Core Qualification: Compulsory
Product Development, Materials and Production: Specialisation Product Development: Elective Compulsory
Product Development, Materials and Production: Specialisation Production: Elective Compulsory
Product Development, Materials and Production: Specialisation Materials: Compulsory
Renewable Energies: Specialisation Bioenergy Systems: Elective Compulsory
Renewable Energies: Specialisation Wind Energy Systems: Elective Compulsory
Renewable Energies: Specialisation Solar Energy Systems: Elective Compulsory
Theoretical Mechanical Engineering: Specialisation Materials Science: Elective Compulsory
Course L1894: Structure and properties of fibre-polymer-composites
Typ Lecture
Hrs/wk 2
CP 3
Workload in Hours Independent Study Time 62, Study Time in Lecture 28
Lecturer Prof. Bodo Fiedler
Language EN
Cycle SoSe
Content

- Microstructure and properties of the matrix and reinforcing materials and their interaction
- Development of composite materials
- Mechanical and physical properties
- Mechanics of Composite Materials
- Laminate theory
- Test methods
- Non destructive testing
- Failure mechanisms
- Theoretical models for the prediction of properties
- Application
Literature Hall, Clyne: Introduction to Composite materials, Cambridge University Press
Daniel, Ishai: Engineering Mechanics of Composites Materials, Oxford University Press
Mallick: Fibre-Reinforced Composites, Marcel Deckker, New York
Course L2614: Structure and properties of fibre-polymer-composites
Typ Project-/problem-based Learning
Hrs/wk 2
CP 2
Workload in Hours Independent Study Time 32, Study Time in Lecture 28
Lecturer Prof. Bodo Fiedler
Language DE/EN
Cycle SoSe
Content
Literature
Course L2613: Structure and properties of fibre-polymer-composites
Typ Recitation Section (large)
Hrs/wk 1
CP 1
Workload in Hours Independent Study Time 16, Study Time in Lecture 14
Lecturer Prof. Bodo Fiedler
Language EN
Cycle SoSe
Content
Literature

Module M0643: Optoelectronics I - Wave Optics
Courses
Title Typ Hrs/wk CP
Optoelectronics I: Wave Optics (L0359) Lecture 2 3
Optoelectronics I: Wave Optics (Problem Solving Course) (L0361) Recitation Section (small) 1 1
Module Responsible Dr. Alexander Petrov
Admission Requirements None
Recommended Previous Knowledge

Basics in electrodynamics, calculus
Educational Objectives After taking part successfully, students have reached the following learning results
Professional Competence
Knowledge

Students can explain the fundamental mathematical and physical relations of freely propagating optical waves.
They can give an overview on wave optical phenomena such as diffraction, reflection and refraction, etc. 
Students can describe waveoptics based components such as electrooptical modulators in an application oriented way.
Skills

Students can generate models and derive mathematical descriptions in relation to free optical wave propagation.
They can derive approximative solutions and judge factors influential on the components' performance.
Personal Competence
Social Competence

Students can jointly solve subject related problems in groups. They can present their results effectively within the framework of the problem solving course.
Autonomy

Students are capable to extract relevant information from the provided references and to relate this information to the content of the lecture. They can reflect their acquired level of expertise with the help of lecture accompanying measures such as exam typical exam questions. Students are able to connect their knowledge with that acquired from other lectures.
Workload in Hours Independent Study Time 78, Study Time in Lecture 42
Credit points 4
Course achievement None
Examination Written exam
Examination duration and scale 60 minutes
Assignment for the Following Curricula Electrical Engineering: Specialisation Nanoelectronics and Microsystems Technology: Elective Compulsory
Electrical Engineering: Specialisation Microwave Engineering, Optics, and Electromagnetic Compatibility: Elective Compulsory
Materials Science: Specialisation Nano and Hybrid Materials: Elective Compulsory
Microelectronics and Microsystems: Specialisation Microelectronics Complements: Elective Compulsory
Renewable Energies: Specialisation Solar Energy Systems: Elective Compulsory
Course L0359: Optoelectronics I: Wave Optics
Typ Lecture
Hrs/wk 2
CP 3
Workload in Hours Independent Study Time 62, Study Time in Lecture 28
Lecturer Dr. Alexander Petrov
Language EN
Cycle SoSe
Content
  • Introduction to optics
  • Electromagnetic theory of light
  • Interference
  • Coherence
  • Diffraction
  • Fourier optics
  • Polarisation and Crystal optics
  • Matrix formalism
  • Reflection and transmission
  • Complex refractive index
  • Dispersion
  • Modulation and switching of light
Literature

Bahaa E. A. Saleh, Malvin Carl Teich, Fundamentals of Photonics, Wiley 2007 
Hecht, E., Optics, Benjamin Cummings, 2001
Goodman, J.W. Statistical Optics, Wiley, 2000
Lauterborn, W., Kurz, T., Coherent Optics: Fundamentals and Applications, Springer, 2002
Course L0361: Optoelectronics I: Wave Optics (Problem Solving Course)
Typ Recitation Section (small)
Hrs/wk 1
CP 1
Workload in Hours Independent Study Time 16, Study Time in Lecture 14
Lecturer Dr. Alexander Petrov
Language EN
Cycle SoSe
Content see lecture Optoelectronics 1 - Wave Optics
Literature

see lecture Optoelectronics 1 - Wave Optics

Module M0932: Process Measurement Engineering
Courses
Title Typ Hrs/wk CP
Process Measurement Engineering (L1077) Lecture 2 3
Process Measurement Engineering (L1083) Recitation Section (large) 1 1
Module Responsible Prof. Roland Harig
Admission Requirements None
Recommended Previous Knowledge

Fundamental principles of electrical engineering and measurement technology
Educational Objectives After taking part successfully, students have reached the following learning results
Professional Competence
Knowledge

The students possess an understanding of complex, state-of-the-art process measurement equipment. They can relate devices and procedures to a variety of commonly used measurement and communications technology.
Skills

The students are capable of modeling and evaluating complex systems of sensing devices as well as associated communications systems. An emphasis is placed on a system-oriented understanding of the measurement equipment.
Personal Competence
Social Competence

Students can communicate the discussed technologies using the English language.
Autonomy

Students are capable of gathering necessary information from provided references and relate this information to the lecture. They are able to continually reflect their knowledge by means of activities that accompany the lecture. Based on respective feedback, students are expected to adjust their individual learning process. They are able to draw connections between their knowledge obtained in this lecture and the content of other lectures (e.g. Fundamentals of Electrical Engineering, Analysis, Stochastic Processes, Communication Systems).
Workload in Hours Independent Study Time 78, Study Time in Lecture 42
Credit points 4
Course achievement None
Examination Oral exam
Examination duration and scale 45 min
Assignment for the Following Curricula Electrical Engineering: Specialisation Control and Power Systems Engineering: Elective Compulsory
Renewable Energies: Specialisation Solar Energy Systems: Elective Compulsory
Course L1077: Process Measurement Engineering
Typ Lecture
Hrs/wk 2
CP 3
Workload in Hours Independent Study Time 62, Study Time in Lecture 28
Lecturer Prof. Roland Harig
Language DE/EN
Cycle SoSe
Content
  • Process measurement engineering in the context of process control engineering
    • Challenges of process measurement engineering
    • Instrumentation of processes
    • Classification of pickups
  • Systems theory in process measurement engineering
    • Generic linear description of pickups
    • Mathematical description of two-port systems
    • Fourier and Laplace transformation
  • Correlational measurement
    • Wide band signals
    • Auto- and cross-correlation function and their applications
    • Fault-free operation of correlational methods
  • Transmission of analog and digital measurement signals
    • Modulation process (amplitude and frequency modulation)
    • Multiplexing
    • Analog to digital converter
Literature

- Färber: „Prozeßrechentechnik“, Springer-Verlag 1994

- Kiencke, Kronmüller: „Meßtechnik“, Springer Verlag Berlin Heidelberg, 1995

- A. Ambardar: „Analog and Digital Signal Processing“ (1), PWS Publishing Company, 1995, NTC 339

- A. Papoulis: „Signal Analysis“ (1), McGraw-Hill, 1987, NTC 312 (LB)

- M. Schwartz: „Information Transmission, Modulation and Noise“ (3,4), McGraw-Hill, 1980, 2402095

- S. Haykin: „Communication Systems“ (1,3), Wiley&Sons, 1983, 2419072

- H. Sheingold: „Analog-Digital Conversion Handbook“ (5), Prentice-Hall, 1986, 2440072

- J. Fraden: „AIP Handbook of Modern Sensors“ (5,6), American Institute of Physics, 1993, MTB 346
Course L1083: Process Measurement Engineering
Typ Recitation Section (large)
Hrs/wk 1
CP 1
Workload in Hours Independent Study Time 16, Study Time in Lecture 14
Lecturer Prof. Roland Harig
Language DE/EN
Cycle SoSe
Content See interlocking course
Literature See interlocking course

Module M1425: Power electronics
Courses
Title Typ Hrs/wk CP
Power electronics (L2053) Lecture 2 4
Power electronics (L2054) Recitation Section (small) 2 2
Module Responsible Prof. Martin Kaltschmitt
Admission Requirements None
Recommended Previous Knowledge Basics of Electrical Engineering
Educational Objectives After taking part successfully, students have reached the following learning results
Professional Competence
Knowledge The students are taught the basics of power converter technology and modern power electronics. Furthermore, the essential properties of conventional and modern power semiconductors will be presented and their driving techniques will be presented. The students also learn about the most important circuit topologies of self-commutated power converters and their control methods.
Skills In addition to the basics of power converter commutation, the students learn methods for determining the on-state and switching losses of the components. Using simple examples, the participants will learn methods for the mathematical description of the transmission behavior of power electronic circuits.
Personal Competence
Social Competence Students will be able to discuss problems in related topics in the field of photovoltaics and power electronics with fellow students.
Autonomy

The students can independently access sources based on the main topics of the lectures and transfer the acquired knowledge to a wider field
Workload in Hours Independent Study Time 124, Study Time in Lecture 56
Credit points 6
Course achievement None
Examination Written exam
Examination duration and scale 120 min
Assignment for the Following Curricula Electrical Engineering: Specialisation Control and Power Systems Engineering: Elective Compulsory
Renewable Energies: Specialisation Solar Energy Systems: Elective Compulsory
Course L2053: Power electronics
Typ Lecture
Hrs/wk 2
CP 4
Workload in Hours Independent Study Time 92, Study Time in Lecture 28
Lecturer Prof. Klaus Hoffmann
Language DE
Cycle SoSe
Content
  • Fundamentals of power electronics
    • Classification of the power converters according to their internal and external mode of operation
    • Presentation of modern converter systems
  • Introduction of power semiconductors
    • Fields of application and limits of use of modern power semiconductors
    • Power diodes and conventional power semiconductors (thyristor and GTO)
    • Modern power semiconductors: power MOSFET, IGBT and IGCT
    • On-state and switching losses
    • Commutation processes in modern power converter circuits
    • Development trends in the field of power semiconductors
  • Introduction to self-commutated converter circuits
    • DC converter with turn-off power semiconductors
    • Control method (pulse width modulation, tolerance band control)
    • H-bridge topology with modern turn-off power semiconductors in clocked inverter and rectifier operation
    • Three-phase bridge circuit with modern turn-off power semiconductors
  • Brief introduction to the line-commutated converter circuits
Literature

Hilfsblätter und Literaturhinweise werden im Rahmen der Vorlesung ausgeteilt.
Course L2054: Power electronics
Typ Recitation Section (small)
Hrs/wk 2
CP 2
Workload in Hours Independent Study Time 32, Study Time in Lecture 28
Lecturer Prof. Klaus Hoffmann
Language DE
Cycle SoSe
Content See interlocking course
Literature See interlocking course

Module M1287: Risk Management, Hydrogen and Fuel Cell Technology
Courses
Title Typ Hrs/wk CP
Applied Fuel Cell Technology (L1831) Lecture 2 2
Risk Management in the Energy Industry (L1748) Lecture 2 2
Hydrogen Technology (L0060) Lecture 2 2
Module Responsible Prof. Martin Kaltschmitt
Admission Requirements None
Recommended Previous Knowledge

None
Educational Objectives After taking part successfully, students have reached the following learning results
Professional Competence
Knowledge

With completion of this module students can explain basics of risk management involving thematical adjacent contexts and can describe an optimal management of energy systems.

Furthermore, students can reproduce solid theoretical knowledge about the potentials and applications of new information technologies in logistics and explain technical aspects of the use, production and processing of hydrogen.
Skills

With completion of this module students are able to evaluate risks of energy systems with respect to energy economic conditions in an efficient way. This includes that the students can assess the risks in operational planning of power plants from a technical, economic and ecological perspective.

In this context, students can evaluate the potentials of logistics and information technology in particular on energy issues.

In addition, students are able to describe the energy transfer medium hydrogen according to its applications, the given security and its existing service capacities and limits as well as to evaluate these aspects from a technical, environmental and economic perspective.

Personal Competence
Social Competence

Students are able to discuss issues in the thematic fields in the renewable energy sector addressed within the module.
Autonomy

Students can independently exploit sources on the emphasis of the lectures and acquire the contained knowledge. In this way, they can recognize their lacks of knowledge and can consequently define the further workflow. 
Workload in Hours Independent Study Time 96, Study Time in Lecture 84
Credit points 6
Course achievement None
Examination Written exam
Examination duration and scale 3 hours written exam
Assignment for the Following Curricula Renewable Energies: Specialisation Wind Energy Systems: Elective Compulsory
Renewable Energies: Specialisation Solar Energy Systems: Elective Compulsory
Process Engineering: Specialisation Environmental Process Engineering: Elective Compulsory
Course L1831: Applied Fuel Cell Technology
Typ Lecture
Hrs/wk 2
CP 2
Workload in Hours Independent Study Time 32, Study Time in Lecture 28
Lecturer Prof. Klaus Bonhoff
Language DE
Cycle SoSe
Content

The lecture provide an insight into the various possibilities of fuel cells in the energy system (electricity, heat and transport).  These are presented and discussed for individual fuel types and application-oriented requirements; also compared with alternative technologies in the system. These different possibilities will be presented regardind the state-of-the-art development  of the technologies and exemplary applications from Germany and worldwide. Also the emerging trends and lines of development will be discussed. Besides to the technical aspects, which are the focus of the event, also energy, environmental and industrial policy aspects are discussed - also in the context of changing circumstances in the German and international energy system.
Literature

Vorlesungsunterlagen
Course L1748: Risk Management in the Energy Industry
Typ Lecture
Hrs/wk 2
CP 2
Workload in Hours Independent Study Time 32, Study Time in Lecture 28
Lecturer Dr. Christian Wulf
Language DE
Cycle SoSe
Content
  • Basics of risk management
    • Definition of terms
    • Risk types
    • Risk management process
    • Enterprise risk management
  • Markets and instruments in energy trading
    • Basics of futures and spot trading
    • Notation in energy markets
    • Options
  • Kennzahlendefinition
    • Assessing of market risks
    • Assessing of credit risks
    • Assessing of operational risks
    • Assessing of liquidy risks
  • Risk monitoring and reporting
  • Risk treatment
Literature
  • Roggi, O. (2012): Risk Taking: A Corporate Governance Perspective, International Finance Corporation, New York
  • Hull, J. C. (2012): Options, Futures, and other Derivatives, 8. Auflage, Pearson Verlag, New York
  • Albrecht, P.; Maurer, R. (2008): Investment- und Risikomanagement, 3. Auflage, Schäffer-Poeschel Verlag, Stuttgart
  • Rittenberg, L.; Martens, F. (2012): Understanding and Communicating Risk Appetite, Treadway Commission, Durham
Course L0060: Hydrogen Technology
Typ Lecture
Hrs/wk 2
CP 2
Workload in Hours Independent Study Time 32, Study Time in Lecture 28
Lecturer Dr. Martin Dornheim
Language DE
Cycle SoSe
Content
  1. Energy economy
  2. Hydrogen economy
  3. Occurrence and properties of hydrogen
  4. Production of hydrogen (from hydrocarbons and by electrolysis)
  5. Separation and purification Storage and transport of hydrogen 
  6. Security
  7. Fuel cells
  8. Projects
Literature
  • Skriptum zur Vorlesung
  • Winter, Nitsch: Wasserstoff als Energieträger
  • Ullmann’s Encyclopedia of Industrial Chemistry
  • Kirk, Othmer: Encyclopedia of Chemical Technology
  • Larminie, Dicks: Fuel cell systems explained

Module M0515: Energy Information Systems and Electromobility
Courses
Title Typ Hrs/wk CP
Electrical Power Systems II: Operation and Information Systems of Electrical Power Grids (L1696) Lecture 3 4
Electro mobility (L1833) Lecture 2 2
Module Responsible Prof. Martin Kaltschmitt
Admission Requirements None
Recommended Previous Knowledge

Fundamentals of Electrical Engineering
Educational Objectives After taking part successfully, students have reached the following learning results
Professional Competence
Knowledge

Students are able to give an overview of the electric power engineering in the field of renewable energies. They can explain in detail  the possibilities for the integration of renewable energy systems into the existing grid, the electrical storage possibilities and the electric power transmission and distribution, and can take critically a stand on it.
Skills With completion of this module the students are able to apply the acquired skills in applications of the design, integration, development of renewable energy systems and to assess the results.
Personal Competence
Social Competence

The students can participate in specialized and interdisciplinary discussions, advance ideas and represent their own work results in front of others.
Autonomy

Students can independently tap knowledge of the emphasis of the lectures. 
Workload in Hours Independent Study Time 110, Study Time in Lecture 70
Credit points 6
Course achievement None
Examination Oral exam
Examination duration and scale 40 min
Assignment for the Following Curricula Renewable Energies: Specialisation Wind Energy Systems: Elective Compulsory
Renewable Energies: Specialisation Solar Energy Systems: Elective Compulsory
Theoretical Mechanical Engineering: Specialisation Energy Systems: Elective Compulsory
Course L1696: Electrical Power Systems II: Operation and Information Systems of Electrical Power Grids
Typ Lecture
Hrs/wk 3
CP 4
Workload in Hours Independent Study Time 78, Study Time in Lecture 42
Lecturer Prof. Christian Becker
Language DE
Cycle WiSe
Content
  • steaedy-state modelling of electric power systems
    • conventional components
    • Flexible AC Transmission Systems (FACTS) and HVDC
    • grid modelling
  • grid operation
    • electric power supply processes
    • grid and power system management
    • grid provision
  • grid control systems
    • information and communication systems for power system management
    • IT architectures of bay-, substation and network control level 
    • IT integration (energy market / supply shortfall management / asset management)
    • future trends of process control technology
    • smart grids
  • functions and steady-state computations for power system operation and plannung
    • load-flow calculations
    • sensitivity analysis and power flow control
    • power system optimization
    • short-circuit calculation
    • asymmetric failure calculation
      • symmetric components
      • calculation of asymmetric failures
    • state estimation
Literature

E. Handschin: Elektrische Energieübertragungssysteme, Hüthig Verlag

B. R. Oswald: Berechnung von Drehstromnetzen, Springer-Vieweg Verlag

V. Crastan: Elektrische Energieversorgung Bd. 1 & 3, Springer Verlag

E.-G. Tietze: Netzleittechnik Bd. 1 & 2, VDE-Verlag
Course L1833: Electro mobility
Typ Lecture
Hrs/wk 2
CP 2
Workload in Hours Independent Study Time 32, Study Time in Lecture 28
Lecturer Prof. Klaus Bonhoff
Language DE
Cycle WiSe
Content
  • Introduction and environment
  • Definition of electric vehicles
  • Excursus: Electric vehicles with fuel cell
  • Market uptake of electric cars
  • Political / Regulatory Framework
  • Historical Review
  • Electric vehicle portfolio / application examples
  • Mild hybrids with 48 volt technology
  • Lithium-ion battery incl. Costs, roadmap, production, raw materials
  • Vehicle Integration
  • Energy consumption of electric cars
  • Battery life
  • Charging Infrastructure
  • Electric road transport
  • Electric public transport
  • Battery Safety
Literature Vorlesungsunterlagen/ lecture material

Module M0540: Transport Processes
Courses
Title Typ Hrs/wk CP
Multiphase Flows (L0104) Lecture 2 2
Reactor Design Using Local Transport Processes (L0105) Project-/problem-based Learning 2 2
Heat & Mass Transfer in Process Engineering (L0103) Lecture 2 2
Module Responsible Prof. Michael Schlüter
Admission Requirements None
Recommended Previous Knowledge All lectures from the undergraduate studies, especially mathematics, chemistry, thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, heat- and mass transfer.
Educational Objectives After taking part successfully, students have reached the following learning results
Professional Competence
Knowledge

Students are able to:

  • describe transport processes in single- and multiphase flows and they know the analogy between heat- and mass transfer as well as the limits of this analogy.
  • explain the main transport laws and their application as well as the limits of application.
  • describe how transport coefficients for heat- and mass transfer can be derived experimentally.
  • compare different multiphase reactors like trickle bed reactors, pipe reactors, stirring tanks and bubble column reactors.
  • are known. The Students are able to perform mass and energy balances for different kind of reactors. Further more the industrial application of multiphase reactors for heat- and mass transfer are known.
Skills

The students are able to:

  • optimize multiphase reactors by using mass- and energy balances,
  • use transport processes for the design of technical processes,
  • to choose a multiphase reactor for a specific application.
Personal Competence
Social Competence

The students are able to discuss in international teams in english and develop an approach under pressure of time.
Autonomy

Students are able to define independently tasks, to solve the problem "design of a multiphase reactor". The knowledge that s necessary is worked out by the students themselves on the basis of the existing knowledge from the lecture. The students are able to decide by themselves what kind of equation and model is applicable to their certain problem. They are able to organize their own team and to define priorities for different tasks.
Workload in Hours Independent Study Time 96, Study Time in Lecture 84
Credit points 6
Course achievement None
Examination Written exam
Examination duration and scale 15 min Presentation + 90 min multiple choice written examen
Assignment for the Following Curricula Bioprocess Engineering: Core Qualification: Compulsory
International Management and Engineering: Specialisation II. Energy and Environmental Engineering: Elective Compulsory
International Management and Engineering: Specialisation II. Process Engineering and Biotechnology: Elective Compulsory
Renewable Energies: Specialisation Solar Energy Systems: Elective Compulsory
Process Engineering: Core Qualification: Compulsory
Course L0104: Multiphase Flows
Typ Lecture
Hrs/wk 2
CP 2
Workload in Hours Independent Study Time 32, Study Time in Lecture 28
Lecturer Prof. Michael Schlüter
Language EN
Cycle WiSe
Content
  • Interfaces in MPF (boundary layers, surfactants)
  • Hydrodynamics & pressure drop in Film Flows
  • Hydrodynamics & pressure drop in Gas-Liquid Pipe Flows
  • Hydrodynamics & pressure drop in Bubbly Flows
  • Mass Transfer in Film Flows
  • Mass Transfer in Gas-Liquid Pipe Flows
  • Mass Transfer in Bubbly Flows
  • Reactive mass Transfer in Multiphase Flows
  • Film Flow: Application Trickle Bed Reactors
  • Pipe Flow: Application Turbular Reactors
  • Bubbly Flow: Application Bubble Column Reactors
Literature

Brauer, H.: Grundlagen der Einphasen- und Mehrphasenströmungen. Verlag Sauerländer, Aarau, Frankfurt (M), 1971.
Clift, R.; Grace, J.R.; Weber, M.E.: Bubbles, Drops and Particles, Academic Press, New York, 1978.
Fan, L.-S.; Tsuchiya, K.: Bubble Wake Dynamics in Liquids and Liquid-Solid Suspensions, Butterworth-Heinemann Series in Chemical Engineering, Boston, USA, 1990.
Hewitt, G.F.; Delhaye, J.M.; Zuber, N. (Ed.): Multiphase Science and Technology. Hemisphere Publishing Corp, Vol. 1/1982 bis Vol. 6/1992.
Kolev, N.I.: Multiphase flow dynamics. Springer, Vol. 1 and 2, 2002.
Levy, S.: Two-Phase Flow in Complex Systems. Verlag John Wiley & Sons, Inc, 1999.
Crowe, C.T.: Multiphase Flows with Droplets and Particles. CRC Press, Boca Raton, Fla, 1998.
Course L0105: Reactor Design Using Local Transport Processes
Typ Project-/problem-based Learning
Hrs/wk 2
CP 2
Workload in Hours Independent Study Time 32, Study Time in Lecture 28
Lecturer Prof. Michael Schlüter
Language EN
Cycle WiSe
Content

In this Problem-Based Learning unit the students have to design a multiphase reactor for a fast chemical reaction concerning optimal hydrodynamic conditions of the multiphase flow. 

The four students in each team have to:

  • collect and discuss material properties and equations for design from the literature,
  • calculate the optimal hydrodynamic design,
  • check the plausibility of the results critically,
  • write an exposé with the results.

This exposé will be used as basis for the discussion within the oral group examen of each team.
Literature see actual literature list in StudIP with recent published papers
Course L0103: Heat & Mass Transfer in Process Engineering
Typ Lecture
Hrs/wk 2
CP 2
Workload in Hours Independent Study Time 32, Study Time in Lecture 28
Lecturer Prof. Michael Schlüter
Language EN
Cycle WiSe
Content
  • Introduction - Transport Processes in Chemical Engineering
  • Molecular Heat- and Mass Transfer: Applications of Fourier's and Fick's Law
  • Convective Heat and Mass Transfer: Applications in Process Engineering
  • Unsteady State Transport Processes: Cooling & Drying
  • Transport at fluidic Interfaces: Two Film, Penetration, Surface Renewal
  • Transport Laws & Balance Equations  with turbulence, sinks and sources
  • Experimental Determination of Transport Coefficients
  • Design and Scale Up of Reactors for Heat- and Mass Transfer
  • Reactive Mass Transfer 
  • Processes with Phase Changes – Evaporization and Condensation 
  • Radiative Heat Transfer - Fundamentals
  • Radiative Heat Transfer - Solar Energy
Literature
  1. Baehr, Stephan: Heat and Mass Transfer, Wiley 2002.
  2. Bird, Stewart, Lightfood: Transport Phenomena, Springer, 2000.
  3. John H. Lienhard: A Heat Transfer Textbook,  Phlogiston Press, Cambridge Massachusetts, 2008.
  4. Myers: Analytical Methods in Conduction Heat Transfer, McGraw-Hill, 1971.
  5. Incropera, De Witt: Fundamentals of Heat and Mass Transfer, Wiley, 2002.
  6. Beek, Muttzall: Transport Phenomena, Wiley, 1983.
  7. Crank: The Mathematics of Diffusion, Oxford, 1995. 
  8. Madhusudana: Thermal Contact Conductance, Springer, 1996.
  9. Treybal: Mass-Transfer-Operation, McGraw-Hill, 1987.

Module M1710: Smart Grid Technologies
Courses
Title Typ Hrs/wk CP
Smart Grid Technologies (L2706) Lecture 3 4
Smart Grid Technologies (L2707) Project-/problem-based Learning 2 2
Module Responsible Prof. Christian Becker
Admission Requirements None
Recommended Previous Knowledge

Fundamentals of Electrical Engineering,

Introduction to Control Systems,

Mathematics I, II, III

Electrical Power Systems I

Electrical Power Systems II
Educational Objectives After taking part successfully, students have reached the following learning results
Professional Competence
Knowledge

Students are able to explain in detail and critically evaluate methods and technologies for operation of smart grids (i.e. intelligent distribution grids).
Skills

With completion of this module the students are able to analyze the impact of emerging technologies (such as renewables, energy storage and demand response) on the electric power system. They can formulate and apply computational intelligence techniques to power system operation problems. They can also explain what ICT technologies (such as digital twins and IoT) are relevant and suitable for distribution grid operation.

Personal Competence
Social Competence

The students can participate in specialized and interdisciplinary discussions, advance ideas and represent their own work results in front of others.
Autonomy

Students can independently tap knowledge of the emphasis of the lectures and apply it within further research activities.
Workload in Hours Independent Study Time 110, Study Time in Lecture 70
Credit points 6
Course achievement None
Examination Presentation
Examination duration and scale 30 min
Assignment for the Following Curricula Electrical Engineering: Specialisation Control and Power Systems Engineering: Elective Compulsory
Energy Systems: Specialisation Energy Systems: Elective Compulsory
Renewable Energies: Specialisation Wind Energy Systems: Elective Compulsory
Renewable Energies: Specialisation Solar Energy Systems: Elective Compulsory
Course L2706: Smart Grid Technologies
Typ Lecture
Hrs/wk 3
CP 4
Workload in Hours Independent Study Time 78, Study Time in Lecture 42
Lecturer Prof. Christian Becker, Dr. Davood Babazadeh
Language DE/EN
Cycle WiSe/SoSe
Content

Introduction to Smart Grids

  • Intelligent Distribution Grids
  • Paradigm shifts: Digitalization & Sustainability

Emerging technologies in distribution grids

  • Distributed Energy Resource (DER)
  • Battery Energy Storage (BES) technologies
  • Sector-coupling & EV/V2G
  • Microgrids, Inverter-based Systems
  • Modelling and control of PV & BESS

Distribution grid management & analysis

  • Distribution grid structure (Hamburg example)
  • Distribution grid management and operation architecture and functions
    • Fault Detection, Isolation & Restoration
    • Self-Healing in distribution systems
    • Volt-Var Optimization
    • Distribution Load Flow
  • Demand Side Management & Demand Response
  • Lab exercise (Smart Grid Operation)

Computational intelligence and optimization techniques in Smart Grids

  • Computational challenges in Smart grid
  • Heuristic & Analytic Optimization Methods
  • Intelligent Systems (Expert Systems, ML/AL)
  • Applications (optimal load flow, reactive capacitor placement)
  • Lab exercise (optimization formulation)

ICT Technologies for Smart Grids

  • Advanced Metering Technologies: Smart Meters, RTU, PMU 
  • Telecommunication Systems in Smart Grids (network basics and technologies)
  • Interoperability in Smart grids
    • Smart Grid Architecture Model
    • Automation and Communication standards (IEC 61850, c37.118)
  • Cyber security
  • Lab exercise (Grid automation protocols)

Practical lesson-learned: Stromnetz Hamburg (SNH) perspective

  • Definition of Smart Grid and its requirements from industry view
  • Grid digitalization - examples of industrial projects
  • Flexible load management
  • Electromobility & transportation sector integration

Study visits:

  • Digital Substation in Harburg
  • Electric Bus charging station 

Stromnetz Hamburg Control Center
Literature
  • Buchholz and Styczynski - 2020 - “Smart Grids: Fundamentals and Technologies in Electric Power Systems of the Future”, Springer
  • Bernardon and Garcia - 2018 - “Smart Operation for Power Distribution Systems: Concepts and Applications”, Springer
  • Momoh, 2012; “Smart Grid: Fundamentals of Design and Analysis”, Wiley
Course L2707: Smart Grid Technologies
Typ Project-/problem-based Learning
Hrs/wk 2
CP 2
Workload in Hours Independent Study Time 32, Study Time in Lecture 28
Lecturer Prof. Christian Becker, Dr. Davood Babazadeh
Language DE/EN
Cycle WiSe/SoSe
Content See interlocking course
Literature See interlocking course

Module M1424: Integration of Renewable Energies
Courses
Title Typ Hrs/wk CP
Integration of Renewable Energies I (L2049) Lecture 1 1
Integration of Renewable Energies I (L2050) Recitation Section (small) 1 1
Integration of Renewable Energies II (L2051) Lecture 1 1
Integration of Renewable Energies II (L2052) Recitation Section (small) 1 1
Sustainable Mobility (L0010) Lecture 2 2
Module Responsible Prof. Martin Kaltschmitt
Admission Requirements None
Recommended Previous Knowledge Fundamentals of renewable energies and the energy system
Educational Objectives After taking part successfully, students have reached the following learning results
Professional Competence
Knowledge With the completion of the module the students are able to use and apply the previously learned technical basics of the different fields of renewable energies. Current problems concerning the integration of renewable energies in the energy system are presented and analyzed. In particular, the sectors electricity, heat and mobility will be addressed, giving students insights into sector coupling activities.
Skills By completing this module, students can apply the basics learned to various sector coupling problems and, in this context, assess the potentials as well as the limits of sector coupling in the German energy system. In particular, the students should use the application and linking of already learned methods and knowledge here, so that a vision of the different technologies is achieved.
Personal Competence
Social Competence The students will be able to discuss problems in the areas of sector coupling and the integration of renewable energies.
Autonomy

The students are able to acquire own sources based on the main topics of the lecture and to increase their knowledge. Furthermore, the students can search further technologies and interconnection possibilities for the energy system itself.
Workload in Hours Independent Study Time 96, Study Time in Lecture 84
Credit points 6
Course achievement None
Examination Written exam
Examination duration and scale 180 min
Assignment for the Following Curricula Renewable Energies: Specialisation Bioenergy Systems: Elective Compulsory
Renewable Energies: Specialisation Solar Energy Systems: Elective Compulsory
Renewable Energies: Specialisation Wind Energy Systems: Elective Compulsory
Course L2049: Integration of Renewable Energies I
Typ Lecture
Hrs/wk 1
CP 1
Workload in Hours Independent Study Time 16, Study Time in Lecture 14
Lecturer Dr. Volker Lenz
Language DE
Cycle WiSe
Content
  1. Introduction
  2. Fossil-dominated energy system
  3. Mega trends in energy transition
  4. Characteristics of renewable energy provision technologies - electricity
  5. Integration of renewables - electricity I
  6. Integration of renewables - electricity II
  7. Characteristics of renewable energy provision technologies - heat
  8. Integration of renewables - heat I
  9. Integration of renewables - heat II
  10. Characteristics of renewable energy provision technologies - mobility
  11. Integration of renewables - mobility
  12. Communications technology and control engineering
  13. Reduction in consumption
  14. Load management
  15. Interaction of renewable generation and controlled reduction in demand
Literature
  • D. Thrän (editor): Smart Bioenergy. Technologies and concepts for a more flexible bioenergy provision in future energy systems. Springer,Cham, Heielberg, New York, Dordrecht, London, 2015
  • R. von Miller (Hrsg.): Lexikon der Energietechnik und Kraftmaschinen Band 6 und 7. Deutsche Verlags-Anstalt Stuttgart 1965
  • K. Naumann et. al.: Monitoring Biokraftstoffsektor. 3. Auflage, DBFZ Report Nr. 1, Leipzig, 2016
  • M. Kaltschmitt, W. Streicher, A. Wiese (Hrsg.): Erneuerbare Energien. Systemtechnik, Wirtschaftlichkeit, Umweltaspekte. 4. Auflage, Springer
Course L2050: Integration of Renewable Energies I
Typ Recitation Section (small)
Hrs/wk 1
CP 1
Workload in Hours Independent Study Time 16, Study Time in Lecture 14
Lecturer Dr. Volker Lenz
Language DE
Cycle WiSe
Content See interlocking course
Literature See interlocking course
Course L2051: Integration of Renewable Energies II
Typ Lecture
Hrs/wk 1
CP 1
Workload in Hours Independent Study Time 16, Study Time in Lecture 14
Lecturer Dr. Volker Lenz
Language DE
Cycle SoSe
Content
  1. Introduction
  2. Power-to-Hydrogen
  3. Power-to-Gas
  4. Power-to-Liquid
  5. Power-to-Heat
  6. Hybrid Technologies
  7. Combined Technology Concepts I
  8. Combined Technology Concepts II
  9. Link-up with renewable industrial production
  10. Utilization of residual materials from renewable energy provision
  11. Biomass as system stabilizer I
  12. Biomass as system stabilizer II
  13. System modelling - fundamentals
  14. System modelling - approaches and results
  15. Planning tools
Literature
  • D. Thrän (editor): Smart Bioenergy. Technologies and concepts for a more flexible bioenergy provision in future energy systems. Springer,Cham, Heielberg, New York, Dordrecht, London, 2015
  • R. von Miller (Hrsg.): Lexikon der Energietechnik und Kraftmaschinen Band 6 und 7. Deutsche Verlags-Anstalt Stuttgart 1965
  • K. Naumann et. al.: Monitoring Biokraftstoffsektor. 3. Auflage, DBFZ Report Nr. 1, Leipzig, 2016
  • M. Kaltschmitt, W. Streicher, A. Wiese (Hrsg.): Erneuerbare Energien. Systemtechnik, Wirtschaftlichkeit, Umweltaspekte. 4. Auflage, Springer Berlin Heidelberg, 2006
  • Bundesministerium für Wirtschaft und Energie: Die Energie der Zukunft.
Course L2052: Integration of Renewable Energies II
Typ Recitation Section (small)
Hrs/wk 1
CP 1
Workload in Hours Independent Study Time 16, Study Time in Lecture 14
Lecturer Dr. Volker Lenz
Language DE
Cycle SoSe
Content See interlocking course
Literature See interlocking course
Course L0010: Sustainable Mobility
Typ Lecture
Hrs/wk 2
CP 2
Workload in Hours Independent Study Time 32, Study Time in Lecture 28
Lecturer Dr. Karsten Wilbrand
Language DE
Cycle SoSe
Content
  • Global megatrends and future challenges of energy supply
  • Energy Scenarios to 2060 and importance for the mobility sector
  • Sustainable air, sea, rail and road traffic
  • Developments in vehicle and drive technology
  • Overview of Today's fuels (production and use)
  • Biofuels of 1 and 2 Generation (availability, production, compatibility)
  • Natural gas (GTL, CNG, LNG)
  • Electromobility based on batteries and hydrogen fuel cell
  • Well-to-Wheel CO2 analysis of the various options
  • Legal framework for people and freight
Literature
  • Eigene Unterlagen
  • Veröffentlichungen
  • Fachliteratur

Module M1354: Advanced Fuels
Courses
Title Typ Hrs/wk CP
Second generation biofuels and electricity based fuels (L2414) Lecture 2 2
Carbon dioxide as an economic determinant in the mobility sector (L1926) Lecture 1 1
Mobility and climate protection (L2416) Recitation Section (small) 2 2
Sustainability aspects and regulatory framework (L2415) Lecture 1 1
Module Responsible Prof. Martin Kaltschmitt
Admission Requirements None
Recommended Previous Knowledge

Bachelor degree in Process Engineering, Bioprocess Engineering or Energy- and Environmental Engineering
Educational Objectives After taking part successfully, students have reached the following learning results
Professional Competence
Knowledge

Within the module, students learn about different provision pathways for the production of advanced fuels (biofuels like e.g. alcohol-to-jet; electricity-based fuels like e.g. power-to-liquid). The different processes chains are explained and the regulatory framework for sustainable fuel production is examined. This includes, for example, the requirements of the Renewable Energies Directive II and the conditions and aspects for a market ramp-up of these fuels. For the holistic assessment of the various fuel options, they are also examined under environmental and economic factors.


Skills

After successfully participating, the students are able to solve simulation and application tasks of renewable energy technology:

  • Module-spanning solutions for the design and presentation of fuel production processes resp. the fuel provision chains
  • Comprehensive analysis of various fuel production options in technical, ecological and economic terms

Through active discussions of the various topics within the lectures and exercises of the module, the students improve their understanding and application of the theoretical foundations and are thus able to transfer the learned to the practice.
Personal Competence
Social Competence

The students can discuss scientific tasks in a subject-specific and interdisciplinary way and develop joint solutions.
Autonomy

The students are able to access independent sources about the questions to be addressed and to acquire the necessary knowledge. They are able to assess their respective learning situation concretely in consultation with their supervisor and to define further questions and solutions. 
Workload in Hours Independent Study Time 96, Study Time in Lecture 84
Credit points 6
Course achievement
Compulsory Bonus Form Description
Yes 20 % Written elaboration Details werden in der ersten Veranstaltung bekannt gegeben.
Examination Written exam
Examination duration and scale 2 hours written exam
Assignment for the Following Curricula Aircraft Systems Engineering: Core Qualification: Elective Compulsory
Renewable Energies: Specialisation Wind Energy Systems: Elective Compulsory
Renewable Energies: Specialisation Bioenergy Systems: Elective Compulsory
Renewable Energies: Specialisation Solar Energy Systems: Elective Compulsory
Course L2414: Second generation biofuels and electricity based fuels
Typ Lecture
Hrs/wk 2
CP 2
Workload in Hours Independent Study Time 32, Study Time in Lecture 28
Lecturer Prof. Martin Kaltschmitt
Language DE/EN
Cycle WiSe
Content
  • General overview of various power-based fuels and their process paths, including power-to-liquid process (Fischer-Tropsch synthesis, methanol synthesis), power-to-gas (Sabatier process)
  • Origin, production and use of these fuels
Literature
  • Vorlesungsskript
Course L1926: Carbon dioxide as an economic determinant in the mobility sector
Typ Lecture
Hrs/wk 1
CP 1
Workload in Hours Independent Study Time 16, Study Time in Lecture 14
Lecturer Dr. Karsten Wilbrand
Language DE/EN
Cycle WiSe
Content
  • General overview of various advanced biofuels and their process pathways (including gas-to-liquid, HEFA and Alcohol-to-Jet processes)

  • Origin, production and use of these fuels
Literature
  • Babu, V.: Biofuels Production. Beverly, Mass: Scrivener [u.a.], 2013
  • Olsson, L.: Biofuels. Berlin, Heidelberg: Springer-Verlag Berlin Heidelberg, 2007
  • William, L. L.: Distillation Design and Control Using Aspen Simulation; ISBN-10: 0-471-77888-5
  • Perry, R.; Green, R.: Perry's Chemical Engineers' Handbook, 8th Edition, McGraw Hill Professional, 20
  • Sinnot, R. K.: Chemical Engineering Design, Elsevier, 2014
  • Kaltschmitt, M.; Neuling, U. (Ed.): Biokerosene - Status and Prospects; Springer, Berlin, Heidelberg, 2018
Course L2416: Mobility and climate protection
Typ Recitation Section (small)
Hrs/wk 2
CP 2
Workload in Hours Independent Study Time 32, Study Time in Lecture 28
Lecturer Dr. Benedikt Buchspies, Dr. Karsten Wilbrand
Language DE/EN
Cycle WiSe
Content

Application of the acquired theoretical knowledge from the respective lectures on the basis of concrete tasks from practice

  • Design and simulation of sub-processes of production processes in Aspen Plus ®
  • Ecological and economic analysis of fuel supply paths
  • Classification of case studies into applicable regulations
Literature
  • Skriptum zur Vorlesung
  • Aspen Plus® - Aspen Plus User Guide
Course L2415: Sustainability aspects and regulatory framework
Typ Lecture
Hrs/wk 1
CP 1
Workload in Hours Independent Study Time 16, Study Time in Lecture 14
Lecturer Dr. Benedikt Buchspies
Language DE/EN
Cycle WiSe
Content

Holistic examination of the different fuel paths with the following main topics, among others:

  • Consideration of the environmental impact of the various alternative fuels
  • Economic consideration of the different alternative fuels
  • Regulatory framework for alternative fuels
  • Certification of alternative fuels
  • Market introduction models of alternative fuels
Literature
  • European Commission - Joint Research Center (2010): International Reference Life Cycle Data System (ILCD) Handbook - General guide for Life Cycle Assessment - Detailed guidance. Joint Research Center (JRC) Institut for Environment and Sustainability, Luxembourg
  • Richtlinie (EU) 2018/2001 des Europäischen Parlaments und des Rates vom 11. Dezember 2018 zur Förderung der Nutzung von Energie aus erneuerbaren Quellen

Specialization Wind Energy Systems

Within the specialization "Wind Energy Systems" advanced knowledge for the utilization of wind energy in the offshore as well as in the onshore sector is provided. In particular, maritime and logistical constraints during the installation and use of offshore wind farms are discussed. In this context, the management of risks which may occur during construction and operation of such large energy projects are explained.

In addition, in a separate module, the material-specific basis for the composition of components of wind turbines is provided.

Module M1133: Port Logistics
Courses
Title Typ Hrs/wk CP
Port Logistics (L0686) Lecture 2 3
Port Logistics (L1473) Recitation Section (small) 2 3
Module Responsible Prof. Carlos Jahn
Admission Requirements None
Recommended Previous Knowledge none
Educational Objectives After taking part successfully, students have reached the following learning results
Professional Competence
Knowledge

Th

After completing the module, students can...

  • reflect on the development of seaports (in terms of the functions of the ports and the corresponding terminals, as well as the relevant operator models) and place them in their historical context;
  • explain and evaluate different types of seaport terminals and their specific characteristics (cargo, transhipment technologies, logistic functional areas);
  • analyze common planning tasks (e.g. berth planning, stowage planning, yard planning) at seaport terminals and develop suitable approaches (in terms of methods and tools) to solve these planning tasks;
  • identify future developments and trends regarding the planning and control of innovative seaport terminals and discuss them in a problem-oriented manner.
Skills

After completing the module, students will be able to...

  • recognize functional areas in ports and seaport terminals;
  • define and evaluate suitable operating systems for container terminals;
  • perform static calculations with regard to given boundary conditions, e.g. required capacity (parking spaces, equipment requirements, quay wall length, port access) on selected terminal types;
  • reliably estimate which boundary conditions influence common logistics indicators in the static planning of selected terminal types and to what extent.
Personal Competence
Social Competence

After completing the module, students can...

  • transfer the acquired knowledge to further questions of port logistics;
  • discuss and successfully organize extensive task packages in small groups;
  • in small groups, document work results in writing in an understandable form and present them to an appropriate extent.
Autonomy

After completing the module, the students are able to...

  • research and select specialist literature, including standards, guidelines and journal papers, and to develop the contents independently;
  • submit own parts in an extensive written elaboration in small groups in due time and to present them jointly within a fixed time frame.
Workload in Hours Independent Study Time 124, Study Time in Lecture 56
Credit points 6
Course achievement
Compulsory Bonus Form Description
No 15 % Written elaboration
Examination Written exam
Examination duration and scale 120 minutes
Assignment for the Following Curricula Civil Engineering: Specialisation Coastal Engineering: Elective Compulsory
International Management and Engineering: Specialisation II. Logistics: Elective Compulsory
Logistics, Infrastructure and Mobility: Specialisation Production and Logistics: Elective Compulsory
Logistics, Infrastructure and Mobility: Specialisation Infrastructure and Mobility: Elective Compulsory
Renewable Energies: Specialisation Wind Energy Systems: Elective Compulsory
Naval Architecture and Ocean Engineering: Core Qualification: Elective Compulsory
Theoretical Mechanical Engineering: Specialisation Maritime Technology: Elective Compulsory
Course L0686: Port Logistics
Typ Lecture
Hrs/wk 2
CP 3
Workload in Hours Independent Study Time 62, Study Time in Lecture 28
Lecturer Prof. Carlos Jahn
Language DE
Cycle SoSe
Content

Port Logistics deals with the planning, control, execution and monitoring of material flows and the associated information flows in the port system and its interfaces to numerous actors inside and outside the port area.

The extraordinary role of maritime transport in international trade requires very efficient ports. These must meet numerous requirements in terms of economy, speed, safety and the environment. Against this background, the lecture Port Logistics deals with the planning, control, execution and monitoring of material flows and the associated information flows in the port system and its interfaces to numerous actors inside and outside the port area. The aim of the lecture Port Logistics is to convey an understanding of structures and processes in ports. The focus will be on different types of terminals, their characteristical layouts and the technical equipment used as well as the ongoing digitization and interaction of the players involved.

In addition, renowned guest speakers from science and practice will be regularly invited to discuss some lecture-relevant topics from alternative perspectives.

The following contents will be conveyed in the lectures:

  • Instruction of structures and processes in the port
  • Planning, control, implementation and monitoring of material and information flows in the port
  • Fundamentals of different terminals, characteristical layouts and the technical equipment used
  • Handling of current issues in port logistics
Literature
  • Alderton, Patrick (2013). Port Management and Operations.
  • Biebig, Peter and Althof, Wolfgang and Wagener, Norbert (2017). Seeverkehrswirtschaft: Kompendium.
  • Brinkmann, Birgitt. Seehäfen: Planung und Entwurf. Berlin Heidelberg: Springer-Verlag, 2005.
  • Büter, Clemens (2013). Außenhandel: Grundlagen internationaler Handelsbeziehungen.
  • Gleissner, Harald and Femerling, J. Christian (2012). Logistik: Grundlagen, Übungen, Fallbeispiele.
  • Jahn, Carlos; Saxe, Sebastian (Hg.). Digitalization of Seaports - Visions of the Future,  Stuttgart: Fraunhofer Verlag, 2017.
  • Kummer, Sebastian (2019). Einführung in die Verkehrswirtschaft
  • Lun, Y.H.V. and Lai, K.-H. and Cheng, T.C.E. (2010). Shipping and Logistics Management.
  • Woitschützke, Claus-Peter (2013). Verkehrsgeografie.
Course L1473: Port Logistics
Typ Recitation Section (small)
Hrs/wk 2
CP 3
Workload in Hours Independent Study Time 62, Study Time in Lecture 28
Lecturer Prof. Carlos Jahn
Language DE
Cycle SoSe
Content

The content of the exercise is the independent preparation of a scientific paper plus an accompanying presentation on a current topic of port logistics. The paper deals with current topics of port logistics. For example, the future challenges in sustainability and productivity of ports, the digital transformation of terminals and ports or the introduction of new regulations by the International Maritime Organization regarding the verified gross weight of containers. Due to the international orientation of the event, the paper is to be prepared in English.


Literature
  • Alderton, Patrick (2013). Port Management and Operations.
  • Biebig, Peter and Althof, Wolfgang and Wagener, Norbert (2017). Seeverkehrswirtschaft: Kompendium.
  • Brinkmann, Birgitt. Seehäfen: Planung und Entwurf. (2005) Berlin Heidelberg: Springer-Verlag.
  • Büter, Clemens (2013). Außenhandel: Grundlagen internationaler Handelsbeziehungen.
  • Gleissner, Harald and Femerling, J. Christian (2012). Logistik: Grundlagen, Übungen, Fallbeispiele.
  • Jahn, Carlos; Saxe, Sebastian (Hg.) (2017) Digitalization of Seaports - Visions of the Future,  Stuttgart: Fraunhofer Verlag.
  • Kummer, Sebastian (2019). Einführung in die Verkehrswirtschaft
  • Lun, Y.H.V. and Lai, K.-H. and Cheng, T.C.E. (2010). Shipping and Logistics Management.
  • Woitschützke, Claus-Peter (2013). Verkehrsgeografie.

Module M0527: Marine Soil Technics
Courses
Title Typ Hrs/wk CP
Analysis of Maritime Systems (L0068) Lecture 2 2
Analysis of Maritime Systems (L0069) Recitation Section (small) 1 1
Offshore Geotechnical Engineering (L0067) Lecture 2 3
Module Responsible Dr. Isabel Höfer
Admission Requirements None
Recommended Previous Knowledge

Knowledge in analysis and differential equations

Basics of maritime technology
Educational Objectives After taking part successfully, students have reached the following learning results
Professional Competence
Knowledge

Students can use the basic techniques for the analysis of offshore systems, including the related studies of the properties of the seabed, to provide an overview about that topic. Furthermore they can explain the associated content taking into account the specialist adjacent contexts.
Skills

Students are able to model and evaluate dynamic offshore systems. Consequently they are also able to think system-oriented and to break down complex system into subsystems .
Personal Competence
Social Competence none
Autonomy

Students can independently exploit sources , acquire the particular knowledge about the subject area and transform it to new questions. Furthermore, they can concrete assess their specific learning level within the exercise hours guided by teachers and can consequently define the further workflow. 
Workload in Hours Independent Study Time 110, Study Time in Lecture 70
Credit points 6
Course achievement None
Examination Written exam
Examination duration and scale 2 hours written exam
Assignment for the Following Curricula International Management and Engineering: Specialisation II. Renewable Energy: Elective Compulsory
Renewable Energies: Specialisation Wind Energy Systems: Elective Compulsory
Course L0068: Analysis of Maritime Systems
Typ Lecture
Hrs/wk 2
CP 2
Workload in Hours Independent Study Time 32, Study Time in Lecture 28
Lecturer Prof. Moustafa Abdel-Maksoud, Dr. Alexander Mitzlaff
Language DE
Cycle SoSe
Content
  1. Hydrostatic analysis
    • Buoyancy,
    • Stability,
  2. Hydrodynamic analysis
    • Froude-Krylov force
    • Morison's equation,
    • Radiation and diffraction
    • transparent/compact structures
  3. Evaluation of offshore structures: Reliability techniques (security, reliability, disposability)
    • Short-term statistics
    • Long-term statistics and extreme events
Literature
  • G. Clauss, E. Lehmann, C. Östergaard. Offshore Structures Volume I: Conceptual Design and Hydrodynamics. Springer Verlag Berlin, 1992
  • E. V. Lewis (Editor), Principles of Naval Architecture ,SNAME, 1988
  • Journal of Offshore Mechanics and Arctic Engineering
  • Proceedings of International Conference on Offshore Mechanics and Arctic Engineering
  • S. Chakrabarti (Ed.), Handbook of Offshore Engineering, Volumes 1-2, Elsevier, 2005
  • S. K. Chakrabarti, Hydrodynamics of Offshore Structures , WIT Press, 2001
Course L0069: Analysis of Maritime Systems
Typ Recitation Section (small)
Hrs/wk 1
CP 1
Workload in Hours Independent Study Time 16, Study Time in Lecture 14
Lecturer Prof. Moustafa Abdel-Maksoud, Dr. Alexander Mitzlaff
Language DE
Cycle SoSe
Content See interlocking course
Literature See interlocking course
Course L0067: Offshore Geotechnical Engineering
Typ Lecture
Hrs/wk 2
CP 3
Workload in Hours Independent Study Time 62, Study Time in Lecture 28
Lecturer Dr. Jan Dührkop
Language DE
Cycle SoSe
Content
  • Overview and Introduction Offshore Geotechnics
  • Introduction to Soil Mechanics
  • Offshore soil investigation
  • Focus on cyclical effects
  • Geotechnical design of offshore foundations
  • Monopiles
  • Jackets
  • Heavyweight foundations
  • Geotechnical preliminary exploration for the use of lift boats and platforms
Literature
  • Randolph, M. and Gourvenec, S (2011): Offshore Geotechnical Engineering. Spon Press.
  • Poulos H.G. (1988): Marine Geotechnics. Unwin Hyman, London
  • BSH-Standard Baugrunderkundung für Offshore-Windenergieparks
  • Lesny K. (2010): Foundations for Offshore Wind Turbines. VGE Verlag, Essen.
  • EA-Pfähle (2012): Empfehlungen des Arbeitskreises Pfähle der DGGT. Ernst & Sohn, Berlin.

Module M1132: Maritime Transport
Courses
Title Typ Hrs/wk CP
Maritime Transport (L0063) Lecture 2 3
Maritime Transport (L0064) Recitation Section (small) 2 3
Module Responsible Prof. Carlos Jahn
Admission Requirements None
Recommended Previous Knowledge
Educational Objectives After taking part successfully, students have reached the following learning results
Professional Competence
Knowledge

The students are able to…

  • present the actors involved in the maritime transport chain with regard to their typical tasks;
  • name common cargo types in shipping and classify cargo to the corresponding categories;
  • explain operating forms in maritime shipping, transport options and management in transport networks;
  • weigh the advantages and disadvantages of the various modes of hinterland transport and apply them in practice;
  • present relevant factors for the location planning of ports and seaport terminals and discuss them in a problem-oriented way;
  • estimate the potential of digitisation in maritime shipping.
Skills

The students are able to...

  • determine the mode of transport, actors and functions of the actors in the maritime supply chain;
  • identify possible cost drivers in a transport chain and recommend appropriate proposals for cost reduction;
  • record, map and systematically analyse material and information flows of a maritime logistics chain, identify possible problems and recommend solutions;
  • perform risk assessments of human disruptions to the supply chain;
  • analyse accidents in the field of maritime logistics and evaluating their relevance in everyday life;
  • deal with current research topics in the field of maritime logistics in a differentiated way; 
  • apply different process modelling methods in a hitherto unknown field of activity and to work out the respective advantages.
Personal Competence
Social Competence

The students are able to...

  • discuss and organise extensive work packages in groups;
  • document and present the elaborated results.
Autonomy

The students are capable to...

  • research and select technical literature, including standards and guidelines;
  • submit own shares in an extensive written elaboration in small groups in due time.
Workload in Hours Independent Study Time 124, Study Time in Lecture 56
Credit points 6
Course achievement
Compulsory Bonus Form Description
No 15 % Subject theoretical and practical work Teilnahme an einem Planspiel und anschließende schriftliche Ausarbeitung
Examination Written exam
Examination duration and scale 120 minutes
Assignment for the Following Curricula Civil Engineering: Specialisation Coastal Engineering: Elective Compulsory
International Management and Engineering: Specialisation II. Logistics: Elective Compulsory
Logistics, Infrastructure and Mobility: Specialisation Production and Logistics: Elective Compulsory
Logistics, Infrastructure and Mobility: Specialisation Infrastructure and Mobility: Elective Compulsory
Renewable Energies: Specialisation Wind Energy Systems: Elective Compulsory
Theoretical Mechanical Engineering: Specialisation Maritime Technology: Elective Compulsory
Course L0063: Maritime Transport
Typ Lecture
Hrs/wk 2
CP 3
Workload in Hours Independent Study Time 62, Study Time in Lecture 28
Lecturer Prof. Carlos Jahn
Language DE
Cycle SoSe
Content

The general tasks of maritime logistics include the planning, design, implementation and control of material and information flows in the logistics chain ship - port - hinterland. This includes technology assessment, selection, dimensioning and implementation as well as the operation of technologies.

The aim of the course is to provide students with knowledge of maritime transport and the actors involved in the maritime transport chain. Typical problem areas and tasks will be dealt with, taking into account the economic development. Thus, classical problems as well as current developments and trends in the field of maritime logistics are considered.

In the lecture, the components of the maritime logistics chain and the actors involved will be examined and risk assessments of human disturbances on the supply chain will be developed. In addition, students learn to estimate the potential of digitisation in maritime shipping, especially with regard to the monitoring of ships. Further content of the lecture is the different modes of transport in the hinterland, which students can evaluate after completion of the course regarding their advantages and disadvantages.

Literature
  • Brinkmann, Birgitt. Seehäfen: Planung und Entwurf. Berlin Heidelberg: Springer-Verlag, 2005.
  • Schönknecht, Axel. Maritime Containerlogistik: Leistungsvergleich von Containerschiffen in intermodalen Transportketten. Berlin Heidelberg: Springer-Verlag, 2009.
  • Stopford, Martin. Maritime Economics Routledge, 2009
Course L0064: Maritime Transport
Typ Recitation Section (small)
Hrs/wk 2
CP 3
Workload in Hours Independent Study Time 62, Study Time in Lecture 28
Lecturer Prof. Carlos Jahn
Language DE
Cycle SoSe
Content

The exercise lesson bases on the haptic management game MARITIME. MARITIME focuses on providing knowledge about structures and processes in a maritime transport network. Furthermore, the management game systematically provides process management methodology and also promotes personal skills of the participants.
Literature
  • Stopford, Martin. Maritime Economics Routledge, 2009
  • Brinkmann, Birgitt. Seehäfen: Planung und Entwurf. Berlin Heidelberg: Springer-Verlag, 2005.
  • Schönknecht, Axel. Maritime Containerlogistik: Leistungsvergleich von Containerschiffen in intermodalen Transportketten. Berlin Heidelberg: Springer-Verlag, 2009.

Module M1343: Structure and properties of fibre-polymer-composites
Courses
Title Typ Hrs/wk CP
Structure and properties of fibre-polymer-composites (L1894) Lecture 2 3
Structure and properties of fibre-polymer-composites (L2614) Project-/problem-based Learning 2 2
Structure and properties of fibre-polymer-composites (L2613) Recitation Section (large) 1 1
Module Responsible Prof. Bodo Fiedler
Admission Requirements None
Recommended Previous Knowledge Basics: chemistry / physics / materials science
Educational Objectives After taking part successfully, students have reached the following learning results
Professional Competence
Knowledge

Students can use the knowledge of  fiber-reinforced composites (FRP) and its constituents to play (fiber / matrix) and define the necessary testing and analysis.

They can explain the complex relationships structure-property relationship and

the interactions of chemical structure of the polymers, their processing with the different fiber types, including to explain neighboring contexts (e.g. sustainability, environmental protection).
Skills

Students are capable of

  • using standardized calculation methods in a given context to mechanical properties (modulus, strength) to calculate and evaluate the different materials.
  • approximate sizing using the network theory of the structural elements implement and evaluate.
  • selecting appropriate solutions for mechanical recycling problems and sizing example stiffness, corrosion resistance.
Personal Competence
Social Competence

Students can

  • arrive at funded work results in heterogenius groups and document them.
  • provide appropriate feedback and handle feedback on their own performance constructively.
Autonomy

Students are able to

- assess their own strengths and weaknesses.

- assess their own state of learning in specific terms and to define further work steps on this basis.

- assess possible consequences of their professional activity.
Workload in Hours Independent Study Time 110, Study Time in Lecture 70
Credit points 6
Course achievement None
Examination Written exam
Examination duration and scale 90 min
Assignment for the Following Curricula Energy Systems: Core Qualification: Elective Compulsory
Aircraft Systems Engineering: Core Qualification: Elective Compulsory
International Management and Engineering: Specialisation II. Product Development and Production: Elective Compulsory
Materials Science: Specialisation Engineering Materials: Elective Compulsory
Mechanical Engineering and Management: Core Qualification: Compulsory
Product Development, Materials and Production: Specialisation Product Development: Elective Compulsory
Product Development, Materials and Production: Specialisation Production: Elective Compulsory
Product Development, Materials and Production: Specialisation Materials: Compulsory
Renewable Energies: Specialisation Bioenergy Systems: Elective Compulsory
Renewable Energies: Specialisation Wind Energy Systems: Elective Compulsory
Renewable Energies: Specialisation Solar Energy Systems: Elective Compulsory
Theoretical Mechanical Engineering: Specialisation Materials Science: Elective Compulsory
Course L1894: Structure and properties of fibre-polymer-composites
Typ Lecture
Hrs/wk 2
CP 3
Workload in Hours Independent Study Time 62, Study Time in Lecture 28
Lecturer Prof. Bodo Fiedler
Language EN
Cycle SoSe
Content

- Microstructure and properties of the matrix and reinforcing materials and their interaction
- Development of composite materials
- Mechanical and physical properties
- Mechanics of Composite Materials
- Laminate theory
- Test methods
- Non destructive testing
- Failure mechanisms
- Theoretical models for the prediction of properties
- Application
Literature Hall, Clyne: Introduction to Composite materials, Cambridge University Press
Daniel, Ishai: Engineering Mechanics of Composites Materials, Oxford University Press
Mallick: Fibre-Reinforced Composites, Marcel Deckker, New York
Course L2614: Structure and properties of fibre-polymer-composites
Typ Project-/problem-based Learning
Hrs/wk 2
CP 2
Workload in Hours Independent Study Time 32, Study Time in Lecture 28
Lecturer Prof. Bodo Fiedler
Language DE/EN
Cycle SoSe
Content
Literature
Course L2613: Structure and properties of fibre-polymer-composites
Typ Recitation Section (large)
Hrs/wk 1
CP 1
Workload in Hours Independent Study Time 16, Study Time in Lecture 14
Lecturer Prof. Bodo Fiedler
Language EN
Cycle SoSe
Content
Literature

Module M1287: Risk Management, Hydrogen and Fuel Cell Technology
Courses
Title Typ Hrs/wk CP
Applied Fuel Cell Technology (L1831) Lecture 2 2
Risk Management in the Energy Industry (L1748) Lecture 2 2
Hydrogen Technology (L0060) Lecture 2 2
Module Responsible Prof. Martin Kaltschmitt
Admission Requirements None
Recommended Previous Knowledge

None
Educational Objectives After taking part successfully, students have reached the following learning results
Professional Competence
Knowledge

With completion of this module students can explain basics of risk management involving thematical adjacent contexts and can describe an optimal management of energy systems.

Furthermore, students can reproduce solid theoretical knowledge about the potentials and applications of new information technologies in logistics and explain technical aspects of the use, production and processing of hydrogen.
Skills

With completion of this module students are able to evaluate risks of energy systems with respect to energy economic conditions in an efficient way. This includes that the students can assess the risks in operational planning of power plants from a technical, economic and ecological perspective.

In this context, students can evaluate the potentials of logistics and information technology in particular on energy issues.

In addition, students are able to describe the energy transfer medium hydrogen according to its applications, the given security and its existing service capacities and limits as well as to evaluate these aspects from a technical, environmental and economic perspective.

Personal Competence
Social Competence

Students are able to discuss issues in the thematic fields in the renewable energy sector addressed within the module.
Autonomy

Students can independently exploit sources on the emphasis of the lectures and acquire the contained knowledge. In this way, they can recognize their lacks of knowledge and can consequently define the further workflow. 
Workload in Hours Independent Study Time 96, Study Time in Lecture 84
Credit points 6
Course achievement None
Examination Written exam
Examination duration and scale 3 hours written exam
Assignment for the Following Curricula Renewable Energies: Specialisation Wind Energy Systems: Elective Compulsory
Renewable Energies: Specialisation Solar Energy Systems: Elective Compulsory
Process Engineering: Specialisation Environmental Process Engineering: Elective Compulsory
Course L1831: Applied Fuel Cell Technology
Typ Lecture
Hrs/wk 2
CP 2
Workload in Hours Independent Study Time 32, Study Time in Lecture 28
Lecturer Prof. Klaus Bonhoff
Language DE
Cycle SoSe
Content

The lecture provide an insight into the various possibilities of fuel cells in the energy system (electricity, heat and transport).  These are presented and discussed for individual fuel types and application-oriented requirements; also compared with alternative technologies in the system. These different possibilities will be presented regardind the state-of-the-art development  of the technologies and exemplary applications from Germany and worldwide. Also the emerging trends and lines of development will be discussed. Besides to the technical aspects, which are the focus of the event, also energy, environmental and industrial policy aspects are discussed - also in the context of changing circumstances in the German and international energy system.
Literature

Vorlesungsunterlagen
Course L1748: Risk Management in the Energy Industry
Typ Lecture
Hrs/wk 2
CP 2
Workload in Hours Independent Study Time 32, Study Time in Lecture 28
Lecturer Dr. Christian Wulf
Language DE
Cycle SoSe
Content
  • Basics of risk management
    • Definition of terms
    • Risk types
    • Risk management process
    • Enterprise risk management
  • Markets and instruments in energy trading
    • Basics of futures and spot trading
    • Notation in energy markets
    • Options
  • Kennzahlendefinition
    • Assessing of market risks
    • Assessing of credit risks
    • Assessing of operational risks
    • Assessing of liquidy risks
  • Risk monitoring and reporting
  • Risk treatment
Literature
  • Roggi, O. (2012): Risk Taking: A Corporate Governance Perspective, International Finance Corporation, New York
  • Hull, J. C. (2012): Options, Futures, and other Derivatives, 8. Auflage, Pearson Verlag, New York
  • Albrecht, P.; Maurer, R. (2008): Investment- und Risikomanagement, 3. Auflage, Schäffer-Poeschel Verlag, Stuttgart
  • Rittenberg, L.; Martens, F. (2012): Understanding and Communicating Risk Appetite, Treadway Commission, Durham
Course L0060: Hydrogen Technology
Typ Lecture
Hrs/wk 2
CP 2
Workload in Hours Independent Study Time 32, Study Time in Lecture 28
Lecturer Dr. Martin Dornheim
Language DE
Cycle SoSe
Content
  1. Energy economy
  2. Hydrogen economy
  3. Occurrence and properties of hydrogen
  4. Production of hydrogen (from hydrocarbons and by electrolysis)
  5. Separation and purification Storage and transport of hydrogen 
  6. Security
  7. Fuel cells
  8. Projects
Literature
  • Skriptum zur Vorlesung
  • Winter, Nitsch: Wasserstoff als Energieträger
  • Ullmann’s Encyclopedia of Industrial Chemistry
  • Kirk, Othmer: Encyclopedia of Chemical Technology
  • Larminie, Dicks: Fuel cell systems explained

Module M1709: Applied optimization in energy and process engineering
Courses
Title Typ Hrs/wk CP
Applied optimization in energy and process engineering (L2693) Integrated Lecture 2 3
Applied optimization in energy and process engineering (L2695) Recitation Section (small) 2 3
Module Responsible Prof. Mirko Skiborowski
Admission Requirements None
Recommended Previous Knowledge

Fundamentals in the field of mathematical modeling and numerical mathematics, as well as a basic understanding of process engineering processes.


In particular the contents of the module Process and Plant Engineering II
Educational Objectives After taking part successfully, students have reached the following learning results
Professional Competence
Knowledge

The module provides a general introduction to the basics of applied mathematical optimization and deals with application areas on different scales from the identification of kinetic models, to the optimal design of unit operations and the optimization of entire (sub)processes, as well as production planning. In addition to the basic classification and formulation of optimization problems, different solution approaches are discussed and tested during the exercises. Besides deterministic gradient-based methods, metaheuristics such as evolutionary and genetic algorithms and their application are discussed as well.

• Introduction to Applied Optimization

• Formulation of optimization problems

• Linear Optimization

• Nonlinear Optimization

• Mixed-integer (non)linear optimization

• Multi-objective optimization

• Global optimization

Skills

After successful participation in the module "Applied Optimization in Energy and Process Engineering", students are able to formulate the different types of optimization problems and to select appropriate solution methods in suitable software such as Matlab and GAMS and to develop improved solution strategies. Furthermore, students will be able to interpret and critically examine the results accordingly.
Personal Competence
Social Competence

Students are capable of:

•develop solutions in heterogeneous small groups
Autonomy

Students are capable of:

•taping new knowledge on a special subject by literature research
Workload in Hours Independent Study Time 124, Study Time in Lecture 56
Credit points 6
Course achievement None
Examination Oral exam
Examination duration and scale 35 min
Assignment for the Following Curricula Bioprocess Engineering: Specialisation A - General Bioprocess Engineering: Elective Compulsory
Bioprocess Engineering: Specialisation A - General Bioprocess Engineering: Elective Compulsory
Chemical and Bioprocess Engineering: Specialisation General Process Engineering: Elective Compulsory
Chemical and Bioprocess Engineering: Specialisation Bioprocess Engineering: Elective Compulsory
Chemical and Bioprocess Engineering: Specialisation Chemical Process Engineering: Elective Compulsory
Chemical and Bioprocess Engineering: Specialisation General Process Engineering: Elective Compulsory
Chemical and Bioprocess Engineering: Specialisation Bioprocess Engineering: Elective Compulsory
Chemical and Bioprocess Engineering: Specialisation Chemical Process Engineering: Elective Compulsory
Renewable Energies: Specialisation Bioenergy Systems: Elective Compulsory
Renewable Energies: Specialisation Bioenergy Systems: Elective Compulsory
Renewable Energies: Specialisation Solar Energy Systems: Elective Compulsory
Renewable Energies: Specialisation Wind Energy Systems: Elective Compulsory
Process Engineering: Specialisation Process Engineering: Elective Compulsory
Process Engineering: Specialisation Process Engineering: Elective Compulsory
Process Engineering: Specialisation Chemical Process Engineering: Elective Compulsory
Process Engineering: Specialisation Chemical Process Engineering: Elective Compulsory
Course L2693: Applied optimization in energy and process engineering
Typ Integrated Lecture
Hrs/wk 2
CP 3
Workload in Hours Independent Study Time 62, Study Time in Lecture 28
Lecturer Prof. Mirko Skiborowski
Language DE/EN
Cycle SoSe
Content

The lecture offers a general introduction to the basics and possibilities of applied mathematical optimization and deals with application areas on different scales from kinetics identification, optimal design of unit operations to the optimization of entire (sub)processes, and production planning. In addition to the basic classification and formulation of optimization problems, different solution approaches are discussed. Besides deterministic gradient-based methods, metaheuristics such as evolutionary and genetic algorithms and their application are discussed as well.

- Introduction to Applied Optimization

- Formulation of optimization problems

- Linear Optimization

- Nonlinear Optimization

- Mixed-integer (non)linear optimization

- Multi-objective optimization

- Global optimization
Literature

Weicker, K., Evolutionäre Algortihmen, Springer, 2015

Edgar, T. F., Himmelblau D. M., Lasdon, L. S., Optimization of Chemical Processes, McGraw Hill, 2001

Biegler, L. Nonlinear Programming - Concepts, Algorithms, and Applications to Chemical Processes, 2010

Kallrath, J. Gemischt-ganzzahlige Optimierung: Modellierung in der Praxis, Vieweg, 2002
Course L2695: Applied optimization in energy and process engineering
Typ Recitation Section (small)
Hrs/wk 2
CP 3
Workload in Hours Independent Study Time 62, Study Time in Lecture 28
Lecturer Prof. Mirko Skiborowski
Language DE/EN
Cycle SoSe
Content See interlocking course
Literature See interlocking course

Module M0515: Energy Information Systems and Electromobility
Courses
Title Typ Hrs/wk CP
Electrical Power Systems II: Operation and Information Systems of Electrical Power Grids (L1696) Lecture 3 4
Electro mobility (L1833) Lecture 2 2
Module Responsible Prof. Martin Kaltschmitt
Admission Requirements None
Recommended Previous Knowledge

Fundamentals of Electrical Engineering
Educational Objectives After taking part successfully, students have reached the following learning results
Professional Competence
Knowledge

Students are able to give an overview of the electric power engineering in the field of renewable energies. They can explain in detail  the possibilities for the integration of renewable energy systems into the existing grid, the electrical storage possibilities and the electric power transmission and distribution, and can take critically a stand on it.
Skills With completion of this module the students are able to apply the acquired skills in applications of the design, integration, development of renewable energy systems and to assess the results.
Personal Competence
Social Competence

The students can participate in specialized and interdisciplinary discussions, advance ideas and represent their own work results in front of others.
Autonomy

Students can independently tap knowledge of the emphasis of the lectures. 
Workload in Hours Independent Study Time 110, Study Time in Lecture 70
Credit points 6
Course achievement None
Examination Oral exam
Examination duration and scale 40 min
Assignment for the Following Curricula Renewable Energies: Specialisation Wind Energy Systems: Elective Compulsory
Renewable Energies: Specialisation Solar Energy Systems: Elective Compulsory
Theoretical Mechanical Engineering: Specialisation Energy Systems: Elective Compulsory
Course L1696: Electrical Power Systems II: Operation and Information Systems of Electrical Power Grids
Typ Lecture
Hrs/wk 3
CP 4
Workload in Hours Independent Study Time 78, Study Time in Lecture 42
Lecturer Prof. Christian Becker
Language DE
Cycle WiSe
Content
  • steaedy-state modelling of electric power systems
    • conventional components
    • Flexible AC Transmission Systems (FACTS) and HVDC
    • grid modelling
  • grid operation
    • electric power supply processes
    • grid and power system management
    • grid provision
  • grid control systems
    • information and communication systems for power system management
    • IT architectures of bay-, substation and network control level 
    • IT integration (energy market / supply shortfall management / asset management)
    • future trends of process control technology
    • smart grids
  • functions and steady-state computations for power system operation and plannung
    • load-flow calculations
    • sensitivity analysis and power flow control
    • power system optimization
    • short-circuit calculation
    • asymmetric failure calculation
      • symmetric components
      • calculation of asymmetric failures
    • state estimation
Literature

E. Handschin: Elektrische Energieübertragungssysteme, Hüthig Verlag

B. R. Oswald: Berechnung von Drehstromnetzen, Springer-Vieweg Verlag

V. Crastan: Elektrische Energieversorgung Bd. 1 & 3, Springer Verlag

E.-G. Tietze: Netzleittechnik Bd. 1 & 2, VDE-Verlag
Course L1833: Electro mobility
Typ Lecture
Hrs/wk 2
CP 2
Workload in Hours Independent Study Time 32, Study Time in Lecture 28
Lecturer Prof. Klaus Bonhoff
Language DE
Cycle WiSe
Content
  • Introduction and environment
  • Definition of electric vehicles
  • Excursus: Electric vehicles with fuel cell
  • Market uptake of electric cars
  • Political / Regulatory Framework
  • Historical Review
  • Electric vehicle portfolio / application examples
  • Mild hybrids with 48 volt technology
  • Lithium-ion battery incl. Costs, roadmap, production, raw materials
  • Vehicle Integration
  • Energy consumption of electric cars
  • Battery life
  • Charging Infrastructure
  • Electric road transport
  • Electric public transport
  • Battery Safety
Literature Vorlesungsunterlagen/ lecture material

Module M1710: Smart Grid Technologies
Courses
Title Typ Hrs/wk CP
Smart Grid Technologies (L2706) Lecture 3 4
Smart Grid Technologies (L2707) Project-/problem-based Learning 2 2
Module Responsible Prof. Christian Becker
Admission Requirements None
Recommended Previous Knowledge

Fundamentals of Electrical Engineering,

Introduction to Control Systems,

Mathematics I, II, III

Electrical Power Systems I

Electrical Power Systems II
Educational Objectives After taking part successfully, students have reached the following learning results
Professional Competence
Knowledge

Students are able to explain in detail and critically evaluate methods and technologies for operation of smart grids (i.e. intelligent distribution grids).
Skills

With completion of this module the students are able to analyze the impact of emerging technologies (such as renewables, energy storage and demand response) on the electric power system. They can formulate and apply computational intelligence techniques to power system operation problems. They can also explain what ICT technologies (such as digital twins and IoT) are relevant and suitable for distribution grid operation.

Personal Competence
Social Competence

The students can participate in specialized and interdisciplinary discussions, advance ideas and represent their own work results in front of others.
Autonomy

Students can independently tap knowledge of the emphasis of the lectures and apply it within further research activities.
Workload in Hours Independent Study Time 110, Study Time in Lecture 70
Credit points 6
Course achievement None
Examination Presentation
Examination duration and scale 30 min
Assignment for the Following Curricula Electrical Engineering: Specialisation Control and Power Systems Engineering: Elective Compulsory
Energy Systems: Specialisation Energy Systems: Elective Compulsory
Renewable Energies: Specialisation Wind Energy Systems: Elective Compulsory
Renewable Energies: Specialisation Solar Energy Systems: Elective Compulsory
Course L2706: Smart Grid Technologies
Typ Lecture
Hrs/wk 3
CP 4
Workload in Hours Independent Study Time 78, Study Time in Lecture 42
Lecturer Prof. Christian Becker, Dr. Davood Babazadeh
Language DE/EN
Cycle WiSe/SoSe
Content

Introduction to Smart Grids

  • Intelligent Distribution Grids
  • Paradigm shifts: Digitalization & Sustainability

Emerging technologies in distribution grids

  • Distributed Energy Resource (DER)
  • Battery Energy Storage (BES) technologies
  • Sector-coupling & EV/V2G
  • Microgrids, Inverter-based Systems
  • Modelling and control of PV & BESS

Distribution grid management & analysis

  • Distribution grid structure (Hamburg example)
  • Distribution grid management and operation architecture and functions
    • Fault Detection, Isolation & Restoration
    • Self-Healing in distribution systems
    • Volt-Var Optimization
    • Distribution Load Flow
  • Demand Side Management & Demand Response
  • Lab exercise (Smart Grid Operation)

Computational intelligence and optimization techniques in Smart Grids

  • Computational challenges in Smart grid
  • Heuristic & Analytic Optimization Methods
  • Intelligent Systems (Expert Systems, ML/AL)
  • Applications (optimal load flow, reactive capacitor placement)
  • Lab exercise (optimization formulation)

ICT Technologies for Smart Grids

  • Advanced Metering Technologies: Smart Meters, RTU, PMU 
  • Telecommunication Systems in Smart Grids (network basics and technologies)
  • Interoperability in Smart grids
    • Smart Grid Architecture Model
    • Automation and Communication standards (IEC 61850, c37.118)
  • Cyber security
  • Lab exercise (Grid automation protocols)

Practical lesson-learned: Stromnetz Hamburg (SNH) perspective

  • Definition of Smart Grid and its requirements from industry view
  • Grid digitalization - examples of industrial projects
  • Flexible load management
  • Electromobility & transportation sector integration

Study visits:

  • Digital Substation in Harburg
  • Electric Bus charging station 

Stromnetz Hamburg Control Center
Literature
  • Buchholz and Styczynski - 2020 - “Smart Grids: Fundamentals and Technologies in Electric Power Systems of the Future”, Springer
  • Bernardon and Garcia - 2018 - “Smart Operation for Power Distribution Systems: Concepts and Applications”, Springer
  • Momoh, 2012; “Smart Grid: Fundamentals of Design and Analysis”, Wiley
Course L2707: Smart Grid Technologies
Typ Project-/problem-based Learning
Hrs/wk 2
CP 2
Workload in Hours Independent Study Time 32, Study Time in Lecture 28
Lecturer Prof. Christian Becker, Dr. Davood Babazadeh
Language DE/EN
Cycle WiSe/SoSe
Content See interlocking course
Literature See interlocking course

Module M1424: Integration of Renewable Energies
Courses
Title Typ Hrs/wk CP
Integration of Renewable Energies I (L2049) Lecture 1 1
Integration of Renewable Energies I (L2050) Recitation Section (small) 1 1
Integration of Renewable Energies II (L2051) Lecture 1 1
Integration of Renewable Energies II (L2052) Recitation Section (small) 1 1
Sustainable Mobility (L0010) Lecture 2 2
Module Responsible Prof. Martin Kaltschmitt
Admission Requirements None
Recommended Previous Knowledge Fundamentals of renewable energies and the energy system
Educational Objectives After taking part successfully, students have reached the following learning results
Professional Competence
Knowledge With the completion of the module the students are able to use and apply the previously learned technical basics of the different fields of renewable energies. Current problems concerning the integration of renewable energies in the energy system are presented and analyzed. In particular, the sectors electricity, heat and mobility will be addressed, giving students insights into sector coupling activities.
Skills By completing this module, students can apply the basics learned to various sector coupling problems and, in this context, assess the potentials as well as the limits of sector coupling in the German energy system. In particular, the students should use the application and linking of already learned methods and knowledge here, so that a vision of the different technologies is achieved.
Personal Competence
Social Competence The students will be able to discuss problems in the areas of sector coupling and the integration of renewable energies.
Autonomy

The students are able to acquire own sources based on the main topics of the lecture and to increase their knowledge. Furthermore, the students can search further technologies and interconnection possibilities for the energy system itself.
Workload in Hours Independent Study Time 96, Study Time in Lecture 84
Credit points 6
Course achievement None
Examination Written exam
Examination duration and scale 180 min
Assignment for the Following Curricula Renewable Energies: Specialisation Bioenergy Systems: Elective Compulsory
Renewable Energies: Specialisation Solar Energy Systems: Elective Compulsory
Renewable Energies: Specialisation Wind Energy Systems: Elective Compulsory
Course L2049: Integration of Renewable Energies I
Typ Lecture
Hrs/wk 1
CP 1
Workload in Hours Independent Study Time 16, Study Time in Lecture 14
Lecturer Dr. Volker Lenz
Language DE
Cycle WiSe
Content
  1. Introduction
  2. Fossil-dominated energy system
  3. Mega trends in energy transition
  4. Characteristics of renewable energy provision technologies - electricity
  5. Integration of renewables - electricity I
  6. Integration of renewables - electricity II
  7. Characteristics of renewable energy provision technologies - heat
  8. Integration of renewables - heat I
  9. Integration of renewables - heat II
  10. Characteristics of renewable energy provision technologies - mobility
  11. Integration of renewables - mobility
  12. Communications technology and control engineering
  13. Reduction in consumption
  14. Load management
  15. Interaction of renewable generation and controlled reduction in demand
Literature
  • D. Thrän (editor): Smart Bioenergy. Technologies and concepts for a more flexible bioenergy provision in future energy systems. Springer,Cham, Heielberg, New York, Dordrecht, London, 2015
  • R. von Miller (Hrsg.): Lexikon der Energietechnik und Kraftmaschinen Band 6 und 7. Deutsche Verlags-Anstalt Stuttgart 1965
  • K. Naumann et. al.: Monitoring Biokraftstoffsektor. 3. Auflage, DBFZ Report Nr. 1, Leipzig, 2016
  • M. Kaltschmitt, W. Streicher, A. Wiese (Hrsg.): Erneuerbare Energien. Systemtechnik, Wirtschaftlichkeit, Umweltaspekte. 4. Auflage, Springer
Course L2050: Integration of Renewable Energies I
Typ Recitation Section (small)
Hrs/wk 1
CP 1
Workload in Hours Independent Study Time 16, Study Time in Lecture 14
Lecturer Dr. Volker Lenz
Language DE
Cycle WiSe
Content See interlocking course
Literature See interlocking course
Course L2051: Integration of Renewable Energies II
Typ Lecture
Hrs/wk 1
CP 1
Workload in Hours Independent Study Time 16, Study Time in Lecture 14
Lecturer Dr. Volker Lenz
Language DE
Cycle SoSe
Content
  1. Introduction
  2. Power-to-Hydrogen
  3. Power-to-Gas
  4. Power-to-Liquid
  5. Power-to-Heat
  6. Hybrid Technologies
  7. Combined Technology Concepts I
  8. Combined Technology Concepts II
  9. Link-up with renewable industrial production
  10. Utilization of residual materials from renewable energy provision
  11. Biomass as system stabilizer I
  12. Biomass as system stabilizer II
  13. System modelling - fundamentals
  14. System modelling - approaches and results
  15. Planning tools
Literature
  • D. Thrän (editor): Smart Bioenergy. Technologies and concepts for a more flexible bioenergy provision in future energy systems. Springer,Cham, Heielberg, New York, Dordrecht, London, 2015
  • R. von Miller (Hrsg.): Lexikon der Energietechnik und Kraftmaschinen Band 6 und 7. Deutsche Verlags-Anstalt Stuttgart 1965
  • K. Naumann et. al.: Monitoring Biokraftstoffsektor. 3. Auflage, DBFZ Report Nr. 1, Leipzig, 2016
  • M. Kaltschmitt, W. Streicher, A. Wiese (Hrsg.): Erneuerbare Energien. Systemtechnik, Wirtschaftlichkeit, Umweltaspekte. 4. Auflage, Springer Berlin Heidelberg, 2006
  • Bundesministerium für Wirtschaft und Energie: Die Energie der Zukunft.
Course L2052: Integration of Renewable Energies II
Typ Recitation Section (small)
Hrs/wk 1
CP 1
Workload in Hours Independent Study Time 16, Study Time in Lecture 14
Lecturer Dr. Volker Lenz
Language DE
Cycle SoSe
Content See interlocking course
Literature See interlocking course
Course L0010: Sustainable Mobility
Typ Lecture
Hrs/wk 2
CP 2
Workload in Hours Independent Study Time 32, Study Time in Lecture 28
Lecturer Dr. Karsten Wilbrand
Language DE
Cycle SoSe
Content
  • Global megatrends and future challenges of energy supply
  • Energy Scenarios to 2060 and importance for the mobility sector
  • Sustainable air, sea, rail and road traffic
  • Developments in vehicle and drive technology
  • Overview of Today's fuels (production and use)
  • Biofuels of 1 and 2 Generation (availability, production, compatibility)
  • Natural gas (GTL, CNG, LNG)
  • Electromobility based on batteries and hydrogen fuel cell
  • Well-to-Wheel CO2 analysis of the various options
  • Legal framework for people and freight
Literature
  • Eigene Unterlagen
  • Veröffentlichungen
  • Fachliteratur

Module M0528: Maritime Technology and Offshore Wind Parks
Courses
Title Typ Hrs/wk CP
Introduction to Maritime Technology (L0070) Lecture 2 2
Introduction to Maritime Technology (L1614) Recitation Section (small) 1 1
Offshore Wind Parks (L0072) Lecture 2 3
Module Responsible Prof. Moustafa Abdel-Maksoud
Admission Requirements None
Recommended Previous Knowledge

Qualified Bachelor of a natural or engineering science; Solid knowledge and competences in mathematics, mechanics, fluid dynamics.


Basic knowledge of ocean engineering topics (e.g. from an introductory class like 'Introduction to Maritime Technology')
Educational Objectives After taking part successfully, students have reached the following learning results
Professional Competence
Knowledge

After successful completion of this class, students should have an overview about phenomena and methods in ocean engineering and the ability to apply and extend the methods presented. In detail, the students should be able to

  • describe the different aspects and topics in Maritime Technology,
  • apply existing methods to problems in Maritime Technology,
  • discuss limitations in present day approaches and perspectives in the future.


Based on research topics of present relevance the participants are to be prepared for independent research work in the field. For that purpose specific research problems of workable scope will be addressed in the class. 

After successful completion of this module, students should be able to

  • Show present research questions in the field
  • Explain the present state of the art for the topics considered
  • Apply given methodology to approach given problems
  • Evaluate the limits of the present methods
  • Identify possibilities to extend present methods
  • Evaluate the feasibility of further developments
Skills
Personal Competence
Social Competence
Autonomy
Workload in Hours Independent Study Time 110, Study Time in Lecture 70
Credit points 6
Course achievement None
Examination Written exam
Examination duration and scale 180 min
Assignment for the Following Curricula Energy Systems: Specialisation Marine Engineering: Elective Compulsory
Renewable Energies: Specialisation Wind Energy Systems: Elective Compulsory
Course L0070: Introduction to Maritime Technology
Typ Lecture
Hrs/wk 2
CP 2
Workload in Hours Independent Study Time 32, Study Time in Lecture 28
Lecturer Dr. Walter Kuehnlein, Dr. Sven Hoog
Language DE
Cycle WiSe
Content

1. Introduction

  • Ocean Engineering and Marine Research
  • The potentials of the seas
  • Industries and occupational structures

2. Coastal and offshore Environmental Conditions

  • Physical and chemical properties of sea water and sea ice
  • Flows, waves, wind, ice
  • Biosphere

3. Response behavior of Technical Structures

4. Maritime Systems and Technologies

  • General Design and Installation of Offshore-Structures
  • Geophysical and Geotechnical Aspects
  • Fixed and Floating Platforms
  • Mooring Systems, Risers, Pipelines
  • Energy conversion: Wind, Waves, Tides
Literature
  • Chakrabarti, S., Handbook of Offshore Engineering, vol. I/II, Elsevier 2005.
  • Gerwick, B.C., Construction of Marine and Offshore Structures, CRC-Press 1999.
  • Wagner, P., Meerestechnik, Ernst&Sohn 1990.
  • Clauss, G., Meerestechnische Konstruktionen, Springer 1988.
  • Knauss, J.A., Introduction to Physical Oceanography, Waveland 2005.
  • Wright, J. et al., Waves, Tides and Shallow-Water Processes, Butterworth 2006.
  • Faltinsen, O.M., Sea Loads on Ships and Offshore Structures, Cambridge 1999.
Course L1614: Introduction to Maritime Technology
Typ Recitation Section (small)
Hrs/wk 1
CP 1
Workload in Hours Independent Study Time 16, Study Time in Lecture 14
Lecturer Dr. Walter Kuehnlein
Language DE
Cycle WiSe
Content See interlocking course
Literature See interlocking course
Course L0072: Offshore Wind Parks
Typ Lecture
Hrs/wk 2
CP 3
Workload in Hours Independent Study Time 62, Study Time in Lecture 28
Lecturer Dr. Alexander Mitzlaff
Language DE
Cycle WiSe
Content
  • Nonlinear Waves: Stability, pattern formation, solitary states 
  • Bottom Boundary layers: wave boundary layers, scour, stability of marine slopes
  • Ice-structure interaction
  • Wave and tidal current energy conversion
Literature
  • Chakrabarti, S., Handbook of Offshore Engineering, vol. I&II, Elsevier 2005.
  • Mc Cormick, M.E., Ocean Wave Energy Conversion, Dover 2007.
  • Infeld, E., Rowlands, G., Nonlinear Waves, Solitons and Chaos, Cambridge 2000.
  • Johnson, R.S., A Modern Introduction to the Mathematical Theory of Water Waves, Cambridge 1997.
  • Lykousis, V. et al., Submarine Mass Movements and Their Consequences, Springer 2007.
  • Nielsen, P., Coastal Bottom Boundary Layers and Sediment Transport, World Scientific 2005.
  • Research Articles.

Module M1354: Advanced Fuels
Courses
Title Typ Hrs/wk CP
Second generation biofuels and electricity based fuels (L2414) Lecture 2 2
Carbon dioxide as an economic determinant in the mobility sector (L1926) Lecture 1 1
Mobility and climate protection (L2416) Recitation Section (small) 2 2
Sustainability aspects and regulatory framework (L2415) Lecture 1 1
Module Responsible Prof. Martin Kaltschmitt
Admission Requirements None
Recommended Previous Knowledge

Bachelor degree in Process Engineering, Bioprocess Engineering or Energy- and Environmental Engineering
Educational Objectives After taking part successfully, students have reached the following learning results
Professional Competence
Knowledge

Within the module, students learn about different provision pathways for the production of advanced fuels (biofuels like e.g. alcohol-to-jet; electricity-based fuels like e.g. power-to-liquid). The different processes chains are explained and the regulatory framework for sustainable fuel production is examined. This includes, for example, the requirements of the Renewable Energies Directive II and the conditions and aspects for a market ramp-up of these fuels. For the holistic assessment of the various fuel options, they are also examined under environmental and economic factors.


Skills

After successfully participating, the students are able to solve simulation and application tasks of renewable energy technology:

  • Module-spanning solutions for the design and presentation of fuel production processes resp. the fuel provision chains
  • Comprehensive analysis of various fuel production options in technical, ecological and economic terms

Through active discussions of the various topics within the lectures and exercises of the module, the students improve their understanding and application of the theoretical foundations and are thus able to transfer the learned to the practice.
Personal Competence
Social Competence

The students can discuss scientific tasks in a subject-specific and interdisciplinary way and develop joint solutions.
Autonomy

The students are able to access independent sources about the questions to be addressed and to acquire the necessary knowledge. They are able to assess their respective learning situation concretely in consultation with their supervisor and to define further questions and solutions. 
Workload in Hours Independent Study Time 96, Study Time in Lecture 84
Credit points 6
Course achievement
Compulsory Bonus Form Description
Yes 20 % Written elaboration Details werden in der ersten Veranstaltung bekannt gegeben.
Examination Written exam
Examination duration and scale 2 hours written exam
Assignment for the Following Curricula Aircraft Systems Engineering: Core Qualification: Elective Compulsory
Renewable Energies: Specialisation Wind Energy Systems: Elective Compulsory
Renewable Energies: Specialisation Bioenergy Systems: Elective Compulsory
Renewable Energies: Specialisation Solar Energy Systems: Elective Compulsory
Course L2414: Second generation biofuels and electricity based fuels
Typ Lecture
Hrs/wk 2
CP 2
Workload in Hours Independent Study Time 32, Study Time in Lecture 28
Lecturer Prof. Martin Kaltschmitt
Language DE/EN
Cycle WiSe
Content
  • General overview of various power-based fuels and their process paths, including power-to-liquid process (Fischer-Tropsch synthesis, methanol synthesis), power-to-gas (Sabatier process)
  • Origin, production and use of these fuels
Literature
  • Vorlesungsskript
Course L1926: Carbon dioxide as an economic determinant in the mobility sector
Typ Lecture
Hrs/wk 1
CP 1
Workload in Hours Independent Study Time 16, Study Time in Lecture 14
Lecturer Dr. Karsten Wilbrand
Language DE/EN
Cycle WiSe
Content
  • General overview of various advanced biofuels and their process pathways (including gas-to-liquid, HEFA and Alcohol-to-Jet processes)

  • Origin, production and use of these fuels
Literature
  • Babu, V.: Biofuels Production. Beverly, Mass: Scrivener [u.a.], 2013
  • Olsson, L.: Biofuels. Berlin, Heidelberg: Springer-Verlag Berlin Heidelberg, 2007
  • William, L. L.: Distillation Design and Control Using Aspen Simulation; ISBN-10: 0-471-77888-5
  • Perry, R.; Green, R.: Perry's Chemical Engineers' Handbook, 8th Edition, McGraw Hill Professional, 20
  • Sinnot, R. K.: Chemical Engineering Design, Elsevier, 2014
  • Kaltschmitt, M.; Neuling, U. (Ed.): Biokerosene - Status and Prospects; Springer, Berlin, Heidelberg, 2018
Course L2416: Mobility and climate protection
Typ Recitation Section (small)
Hrs/wk 2
CP 2
Workload in Hours Independent Study Time 32, Study Time in Lecture 28
Lecturer Dr. Benedikt Buchspies, Dr. Karsten Wilbrand
Language DE/EN
Cycle WiSe
Content

Application of the acquired theoretical knowledge from the respective lectures on the basis of concrete tasks from practice

  • Design and simulation of sub-processes of production processes in Aspen Plus ®
  • Ecological and economic analysis of fuel supply paths
  • Classification of case studies into applicable regulations
Literature
  • Skriptum zur Vorlesung
  • Aspen Plus® - Aspen Plus User Guide
Course L2415: Sustainability aspects and regulatory framework
Typ Lecture
Hrs/wk 1
CP 1
Workload in Hours Independent Study Time 16, Study Time in Lecture 14
Lecturer Dr. Benedikt Buchspies
Language DE/EN
Cycle WiSe
Content

Holistic examination of the different fuel paths with the following main topics, among others:

  • Consideration of the environmental impact of the various alternative fuels
  • Economic consideration of the different alternative fuels
  • Regulatory framework for alternative fuels
  • Certification of alternative fuels
  • Market introduction models of alternative fuels
Literature
  • European Commission - Joint Research Center (2010): International Reference Life Cycle Data System (ILCD) Handbook - General guide for Life Cycle Assessment - Detailed guidance. Joint Research Center (JRC) Institut for Environment and Sustainability, Luxembourg
  • Richtlinie (EU) 2018/2001 des Europäischen Parlaments und des Rates vom 11. Dezember 2018 zur Förderung der Nutzung von Energie aus erneuerbaren Quellen

Thesis

Module M-002: Master Thesis
Courses
Title Typ Hrs/wk CP
Module Responsible Professoren der TUHH
Admission Requirements

  • According to General Regulations §21 (1):

    At least 60 credit points have to be achieved in study programme. The examinations board decides on exceptions.
Recommended Previous Knowledge
Educational Objectives After taking part successfully, students have reached the following learning results
Professional Competence
Knowledge
  • The students can use specialized knowledge (facts, theories, and methods) of their subject competently on specialized issues.
  • The students can explain in depth the relevant approaches and terminologies in one or more areas of their subject, describing current developments and taking up a critical position on them.
  • The students can place a research task in their subject area in its context and describe and critically assess the state of research.
Skills

The students are able:

  • To select, apply and, if necessary, develop further methods that are suitable for solving the specialized problem in question.
  • To apply knowledge they have acquired and methods they have learnt in the course of their studies to complex and/or incompletely defined problems in a solution-oriented way.
  • To develop new scientific findings in their subject area and subject them to a critical assessment.
Personal Competence
Social Competence

Students can

  • Both in writing and orally outline a scientific issue for an expert audience accurately, understandably and in a structured way.
  • Deal with issues competently in an expert discussion and answer them in a manner that is appropriate to the addressees while upholding their own assessments and viewpoints convincingly.
Autonomy

Students are able:

  • To structure a project of their own in work packages and to work them off accordingly.
  • To work their way in depth into a largely unknown subject and to access the information required for them to do so.
  • To apply the techniques of scientific work comprehensively in research of their own.
Workload in Hours Independent Study Time 900, Study Time in Lecture 0
Credit points 30
Course achievement None
Examination Thesis
Examination duration and scale According to General Regulations
Assignment for the Following Curricula Civil Engineering: Thesis: Compulsory
Bioprocess Engineering: Thesis: Compulsory
Chemical and Bioprocess Engineering: Thesis: Compulsory
Computer Science: Thesis: Compulsory
Electrical Engineering: Thesis: Compulsory
Energy Systems: Thesis: Compulsory
Environmental Engineering: Thesis: Compulsory
Aircraft Systems Engineering: Thesis: Compulsory
Global Innovation Management: Thesis: Compulsory
Computer Science in Engineering: Thesis: Compulsory
Information and Communication Systems: Thesis: Compulsory
Interdisciplinary Mathematics: Thesis: Compulsory
International Production Management: Thesis: Compulsory
International Management and Engineering: Thesis: Compulsory
Joint European Master in Environmental Studies - Cities and Sustainability: Thesis: Compulsory
Logistics, Infrastructure and Mobility: Thesis: Compulsory
Materials Science: Thesis: Compulsory
Mechanical Engineering and Management: Thesis: Compulsory
Mechatronics: Thesis: Compulsory
Biomedical Engineering: Thesis: Compulsory
Microelectronics and Microsystems: Thesis: Compulsory
Product Development, Materials and Production: Thesis: Compulsory
Renewable Energies: Thesis: Compulsory
Naval Architecture and Ocean Engineering: Thesis: Compulsory
Ship and Offshore Technology: Thesis: Compulsory
Teilstudiengang Lehramt Metalltechnik: Thesis: Compulsory
Theoretical Mechanical Engineering: Thesis: Compulsory
Process Engineering: Thesis: Compulsory
Water and Environmental Engineering: Thesis: Compulsory
Certification in Engineering & Advisory in Aviation: Thesis: Compulsory