Course - Design of a Wind Turbine - TEP4175
TEP4175 - Design of a Wind Turbine
About
Examination arrangement
Examination arrangement: Aggregate score
Grade: Letter grades
| Evaluation | Weighting | Duration | Grade deviation | Examination aids |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Presentation | 25/100 | |||
| Group Assignment/Report | 75/100 |
Course content
Basics on wind turbine technology and calculation of energy potential in wind. The course is built such that the students work in groups to design a wind turbine model, consisting of both blades (Aerodynamics) and a generator (Electrotechnical). In addition to the design, the model is produced and tested.
Learning outcome
The course provides the student with knowledge about: - Energy potential in the wind. - The flow characteristics and turbulence in the wind. - Wind turbines' basic design and introduction to the main components. - Aerodynamics of an airfoil. - Wind turbines; power- and thrust coefficients according to Betz theorem. - Actuator and Rotary Disc theory. - Design of a turbine blade by using the Blade Element Momentum method. - Basics on electrical engineering and electromagnetism. - Basic on electrical machines. - Theory and design of permanent magnet generators. - When the student has finished the course, he/she shall have knowledge about Wind turbines. - The student will be able to use this knowledge in projects where these machines are a part of a power plant. - In addition, the purpose of the course is to engage the students in group work on a large project.
Learning methods and activities
Classroom lectures and digital lectures. Exercises and laboratory work. 2/3 of the exercises are required approved for admission to the examination. Assignments, Report and oral presentation will be separately evaluated. The lectures and exercises are in English.
The courses TEP4175 and FENT2321 share both lectures and activities.
Compulsory assignments
- Exercises
Further on evaluation
Examination arrangement: Partial assessment. This includes one Group Report (75%) and oral presentation (25%) which both must be evaluated with grades A-F. Assessment of the whole is given with grade A-F. For the re-take of an examination, all assessments during the course must be re-taken.
Recommended previous knowledge
Suggested but not mandatory: Basic fluid mechanics and electrical engineering.
Course materials
Hand-outs from teachers.
Books, as reference, but not compulsory:
-Manwell, J. F., McGowan, J. G., & Rogers, A. L. (2010). Wind energy explained: theory, design and application. John Wiley & Sons.
-Burton, T., Jenkins, N., Sharpe, D., & Bossanyi, E. (2011). Wind energy handbook. John Wiley & Sons.
-J Chapman, S. (2004). Electric machinery fundamentals. McGraw-Hill.
Credit reductions
| Course code | Reduction | From | To |
|---|---|---|---|
| SIO1085 | 7.5 | ||
| FENT2321 | 7.5 | AUTUMN 2021 |
Version: 1
Credits:
7.5 SP
Study level: Second degree level
Term no.: 1
Teaching semester: AUTUMN 2024
Language of instruction: English
Location: Trondheim
- Energy and Process Engineering
- Technological subjects
Department with academic responsibility
Department of Energy and Process Engineering
Examination
Examination arrangement: Aggregate score
- Term Status code Evaluation Weighting Examination aids Date Time Examination system Room *
- Autumn ORD Group Assignment/Report 75/100 INSPERA
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Room Building Number of candidates - Autumn ORD Presentation 25/100
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Room Building Number of candidates
- * The location (room) for a written examination is published 3 days before examination date. If more than one room is listed, you will find your room at Studentweb.
For more information regarding registration for examination and examination procedures, see "Innsida - Exams"