Course - Energy and Environmental Physics - TFY4300
Energy and Environmental Physics
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About the course
Course content
The energy budget of the earth, the green house effect, radiation, atmospheric changes due to human activities. Methods and the physical basis for exploitation of conventional (fossil fuels and nuclear energy) and renewable energy sources (solar radiation, wind, bio mass, ocean waves, tidal and geothermal energy).
Learning outcome
The students are going to be able to describe and explain the origins of global effects on the environment caused by human activities, the physical basis for the exploitation of various energy sources, and make assessments on different energy technologies (potential, pros and cons).
Learning methods and activities
Lectures and compulsory exercises. Expected workload in the course is 225 hours.
Compulsory assignments
- Written exercises
Further on evaluation
Lectures and exam in English. Students are free to choose Norwegian or English for written assessments. The re-sit examination (in August) may be changed from written to oral.
Recommended previous knowledge
General knowledge in physics.
Course materials
Will be given at semester start. Web based information from energy institutions and research institutes. The course uses "Blackboard".
Credit reductions
| Course code | Reduction | From |
|---|---|---|
| SIF4082 | 7.5 sp | |
| FY2290 | 5 sp | Autumn 2010 |
| FY6026 | 5 sp | Autumn 2024 |
Subject areas
- Physics
- Technological subjects