Course content

The course will dicuss the energy resources and their role in modern societies, both in a national and global perspective. Environmental effect are treated in detail. The future role of fossile and nuclear resources and their environmental problems are discussed. Energy technologes and use of solar, wind, ocean waves, hydro and biomass energy resources are discussed.

Learning outcome

The course will give basic information about the energy resources and their role in modern society. The students will learn to evaluate the potential, advantages and disadvantages of the various energy resources.

Learning methods and activities

Lectures, compulsory written exercises and project. 4 out of 9 excersies has to be approved and the project report has to be approved, to get admission to the exam. The project work is performed in groups of three students. At a re-sit examination the exam may be changed from written to oral.

Compulsory assignments

• 4 out of 9 approved exercies
• Approved project report

Recommended previous knowledge

It will be an advantage to have the equivalent of two years of university studies (120 study credits), including at least one full year unit (60 credits) in a disipline (e.g. chemistry, biology, geography). Students without university credits may also follow the course, provided they have a solid background in the natural sciences from high school. The course is intended for (non physics) students that intend to take a Master degree in natural resources management. Also other interested students may apply. Physics students must choose TFY4300 instead.

Course materials

Course material will be given in the first lecture

Credit reductions