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Context and Technology of Renewable Energy

Industry-Specific
Digital Skills

Energy

Duration

40 hours

PRESENTATION

The Course Context and Technology of Renewable Energy It offers a unique opportunity to immerse yourself in the exciting world of clean and sustainable energy. At a time when the transition to renewable energy sources is crucial, this course will equip you with the knowledge you need to understand the global environmental and energy landscape, from the Kyoto Protocol to the world’s energy reserves. You’ll learn about key technologies such as solar, wind, hydroelectric, and biomass, as well as exploring their applications and potential in sustainable energy generation. The demand for professionals with skills in renewable energy is constantly growing, opening doors to a booming industry. This online course offers you the flexibility to learn at your own pace, providing you with the tools to contribute to a cleaner and more efficient energy future.

Objectives

  • Identify the environmental impact global and current energy reserves.

  • Analyze energy technologies renewable and non-renewable.

  • Evaluate the advantages and disadvantages of biomass.

  • Describe power generation through water and wind.

  • Compare energy sources renewable and non-renewable.

  • Explain the methods of conversion energy in biomass.

  • Classify biomass generation technologies and their uses.

Syllabus

TEACHING UNIT 1. ENVIRONMENTAL AND ENERGY CONTEXT The Kyoto Protocol and Environmental Issues Environmental Consequences History and Current Energy Context Global Energy Reserves TEACHING UNIT 2. RENEWABLE AND NON-RENEWABLE ENERGY TECHNOLOGIES Introduction to Types of Energy Generation Primary and Final Energy Definition and Types of Energy Vectors Renewable and Non-Renewable Sources Non-renewable sources: nuclear and fossil fuels Solar renewable sources Technological classification of renewable energy Groups and subgroups of the various renewable technologies. TEACHING UNIT 3. HYDROPOWER AND WIND POWER TECHNOLOGIES Introduction to Water- and Wind-Based Power Generation Water-Based Energy Technologies: Hydroelectric and Ocean Energy Wind-Based Energy Technologies: Onshore and Offshore Wind Power TEACHING UNIT 4. TECHNOLOGICAL CONTEXT OF BIOMASS ENERGY Introduction to Biomass Energy Advantages and Disadvantages of Biomass Among Energy Sources Context and Energy Demands of Biomass at the European and National Levels TEACHING UNIT 5. TECHNICAL CHARACTERISTICS OF BIOMASS TECHNOLOGIES Classification of the Different Types of Biomass Characteristics of the Different Types of Biomass Energy Conversion Using Thermochemical and Biochemical Methods Forms of energy: heat, biofuel, electricity generation, and cogeneration Applications and boilers: case study Economic aspects of biomass conversion Biofuels: biodiesel and bioethanol
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