ENE902 Wind Turbine Systems
- ECTS Credits:
- 2.5
- Responsible department:
- Faculty of Engineering and Science
- Course Leader:
- Sathyajith Mathew
- Lecture Semester:
- Spring
- Teaching language:
- English
- Duration:
- 1 term
The course is connected to the following study programs
- Offshore Wind Energy
Teaching language
EnglishCourse contents
Rotor, hub and towers - rotor materials - manufacturing methods - types of hubs -types of towers.
Electrical systems- types of generators-rotor generator matching- power transformers-ancillary electrical equipments.
Control System - Fixed and variable speed operations, control system components, supervisory Control, dynamic control.
Power transmission systems -Gear boxes-gearless turbines-brakes and safety devices.
Learning outcomes
On successful completion of the course, the student should be able to:
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be familiar with the different types of rotors and towers used in wind turbines.
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know about the electrical systems and sub systems used in the turbines.
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understand the control strategies and mechanisms in the turbines.
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get acquainted with the functions and constructional details of the power transmission components in a wind turbine.
Teaching methods
Online lectures and exercises. Estimated workload for the average student is approximately 70 hours.
Evaluation
A digital evaluation will be organized in accordance with the quality system for education, chapter 4.1.
Offered as Single Standing Module
Yes, if there are places available.
Admission Requirement if given as Single Standing Module
Admission requirements for the course are the same as for the Study programme on Offshore Wind
Assessment methods and criteria
Assessment of the group project assignment leading to Pass/Fail. Further information on the assessment criterion will be given in Canvas at the beginning of the semester.