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. The course will be given in English if students on the international master program are attending the course. A re-sit examination may be changed from written to oral.

Compulsory assignments

• Written exercises

Recommended previous knowledge

General knowledge in physics.

Course materials

Will be given at semester start. Web based information from energy institutions and reserach institutes. The course uses "It's learning".

Credit reductions